Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Johannesburg offers a Short Learning Programme in Wilderness Search and Rescue, which is facilitated by the Department of Emergency Medical Care within the Faculty of Health Sciences.

General Information

• Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Department of Emergency Medical Care
• Programme Level: Continuous Education Programmes
• Programme Name: Short Learning Programme in Wilderness Search and Rescue
• Programme Code: WSR000
• Medium of Facilitation: Part-time
• NQF Level: 6
• NQF Credits: 12
• Duration of Study: 10 Days

Purpose

This Short Learning Programme aims to provide learners with the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes, and insights to conduct and manage search and rescue activities in a wilderness environment.

Career Opportunities

• Emergency Medical Care Rescue Practitioner/Instructor

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12
• High Angle I
• High Angle II
• Operational Physical Fitness

Programme Fees

The programme fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of programmes tailored to meet the needs of students and the industry, focusing on areas such as professional development, research, and community engagement.