The Department of Health invites Mpumalanga Province citizens to apply to study towards the four year Diploma in Nursing (General, Community & Psychiatry) and Midwifery at Mpumalanga College of Nursing. Students will receive a fixed monthly stipend for the duration of their study and will not be put on posts. There are no fees payable to be admitted at the College. Please note that space is limited.
Traineeship Provider:  Department of Health
Traineeship Location: Mpumalanga
 Requirements

• A matriculation certificate qualifying for admission for a diploma/degree.
• English at least level 4 (HG D/SG C) or above
• Life Science /Biology/Physiology at least level 4 (HG D/SG C) or above.
• Mathematics at least level 3 or (HG E /SG D) or Maths Literacy at least level 4 or above
• Any one of Physical Science/Agriculture/Geography; passed with at least level 3 (HG E/SG D) or above
• Minimum total Admission Point Score (APS) of the six subjects with highest levels should not be less than 25 (Excluding Life Orientation)

A previous qualification in a Nursing or similar programme is not considered as a requirement for admission and does not replace the above.

Certificates not registrable with the South African Nursing Council (e.g. ABET) will not be considered. Applicants with a disability will be considered only in terms of the inherent requirements of the nursing duties.
NOTE: Applicants currently in grade 12 are to update their results online after final results are issued or submit by hand before 15 January 2024. No faxed or e-mailed applications are allowed.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED:

• To sign an agreement with the Department of Health to work back the number of years trained
• To attend lectures for theoretical knowledge and do Work Integrated Learning in health facilities as required by the South African Nursing Council.

For any enquries please contact Mr B. Magagula on 013 766 3425
How to apply
Click here to download the application form.