Master of Medicine in Chemical Pathology
The purpose of this qualification is to obtain registration with the HPCSA as a specialist clinician in the specialist field of Chemical Pathology.
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Curative Health
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
N
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-06-30
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
The purpose of this qualification is to obtain registration with the HPCSA as a specialist clinician in the specialist field of Chemical Pathology.
The qualification aims to provide South Africa with specialist clinicians in the field of Chemical Pathology in order to promote the continual development of a high level of knowledge and expertise that is internationally comparable in the field.
Graduates will have comprehensive, in-depth knowledge, highly specialised technical (including diagnostic and therapeutic) skills and well-developed research skills in the field of Chemical Pathology. They will maintain an attitude of lifelong learning ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field.
Society will gain specialist clinicians in the field of Chemical Pathology leading to higher efficacy of care in such patients.
Entry requirements and RPL
Matriculation certificate
First degree: M B Ch B or equivalent
Other
Compliance with all regulations as specified by the HPCSA for registration as a registrar with the HPSCA
Candidates are appointed based on the availability of designated and HPSCA accredited posts and on merit.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
M Med (Pathology)
Learning outcomes
Obtain and assimilate scientific knowledge and associated practical experience appropriate to the discipline to be applied critically in patient assessment and management.
Obtain professional and technical skills required to competently assess and manage patients.
Maintain continued competence and show a continuous interest in new developments in the neurology field as a lifelong learner.
Act professionally and ethically.
Undertake and complete a relevant research study.
Critical cross-field outcomes
Confident and flexible identification and definition of complex problems in a highly specialised context and the application of appropriate knowledge and skills to their solution is demonstrated. In the process existing knowledge is expanded or redefined.
The specialist works effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team towards defined outcomes, and where appropriate assumes leadership, applies negotiation and conflict resolution skills and motivates others.
The specialist communicates effectively with the patient, the patient's family/guardian and various members of the health care team. Sensitivity towards cultural differences is demonstrated.
Effective interaction within a learning or professional group takes place with effective engagement in debate in a professional manner and context
Associated assessment criteria
Demonstrate appropriate theoretical knowledge.
Take appropriate clinical history.
Perform appropriate clinical examination.
Perform/prescribe appropriate specialised investigations and interpret results.
Arrive at a clinical diagnosis, where possible.
Formulate and implement an appropriate therapeutic regimen, evaluating and adjusting elements of the plan as necessary.
Latest techniques and technology are assimilated into appropriate practice.
Takes responsibility within own limits of competence.
Acts within accepted norms of the profession.
An acceptable protocol is compiled
Results are reported according to scientific norms.
Upon achievement of this qualification, the learner will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge in the following
- Basic Chemical Pathology
- Diagnostic Chemical Pathology
- Laboratory Diagnosis and Laboratory Management
- Clinical Chemical Pathology
- Patient Assessment and Management
Skills
- Laboratory Diagnosis
- Patient Management
- Consultation Management
Attitudes
- Attitude of continuous self-development
- Continuous interest in new developments in Chemical Pathology
- Dedicated patient- and client-orientated service
Integrated assessment
Portfolios
Seminars based on current research are presented.
A basic research project is conducted.
Work-place assessments
Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis
Formative assessment
Students work under supervision of specialists
Summative assessment
The portfolio work that has been compiled is assessed by the assessor(s) and moderator(s).
Written examinations
Oral examinations
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Related qualifications
Related M Med degrees
According to HPCSA
Or University of Pretoria discretion
Related M Med degrees provide credits for the related qualification.
Other articulation possibilities, either generic or specific arrangements
M Med or Ph D degrees
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
Providers currently listed
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