Gauteng College of Nursing Intake Application 2025

The online application for the 2025 academic sessions at Gauteng College of Nursing Is now open. If you have recently completed high school or are a matric student, the deadline to apply for a nursing degree is approaching. Seize this opportunity by submitting your application to the institution. The deadline for the application should be in September 2024. Late application will not be tolerated.

The Gauteng College of Nursing provides training in collaboration with numerous private and state hospitals and community facilities. Here, students acquire practical experience under the supervision of our educators and registered nurses.

This article guides the application process for the Gauteng College of Nursing, including admission entry requirements, program details, durations, the closing date for applications, contact information, and the fee structure for the upcoming 2025 academic session.

Gauteng College of Nursing Application Requirements

For a student/applicant to be considered eligible to apply for admission into Gauteng College of Nursing, he/she has to meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a South African citizen, who resides in the Gauteng Province.
  • Must have obtained one of the following school leaving certificates: A Senior Certificate (Standard 10), a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12), or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
  • The following subject criteria are required:
    • Senior Certificate English HG D or SG C
    • Biology HGD or SG C
    • Mathematics HG D or SG C and an M score of 17
  • Individuals who are already in the nursing profession (Nursing Auxiliary and Enrolled Nurses) and meet the entry requirements are also invited to apply.

Minimum Entry Requirements for Diploma in Nursing

whether or not you are accepted to study for a diploma in nursing depends on the performance of your Grade 12 final results. Applicants who are currently in grade 12 can apply with grade 11 final results. Performance should look like this, depending on the certificate you hold:

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

SubjectsAchievement Level
Minimum APS27
English4
Life Science4
Mathematics4
OR Mathematics Literacy5
Life Orientation50% of Score
And any other 3 subjects

 

National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4

SubjectsPercentage (%)
English50%
Life Orientation50%
Mathematics Literacy50%
SA Health Care System60%
Public Health60%
Health and The Human Body60%
Community Oriented PHC60%

 

Senior Certificate (Standard 10)

SubjectsAchievement Level
Minimum M Score17
EnglishHG D or SG C
BiologyHG D or SG C
MathematicsHG D or SG C
And any other 3 subjects

Application Requirements for National Vocational Certificate Applicants

All applicants applying to Gauteng College of Nursing Intake with a National Vocational Certificate hoping to enroll to study are first to meet the following admission criteria.

  • 50% in English
  • 50% in Mathematics
  • 50% in Life Orientation
  • 50% in Maths Literacy
  • 60% of the SA Health Care System
  • 60% in Public Health
  • 60% in The Human Body and Mind
  • 60% of Community Oriented Primary Care

What these percentiles mean is that applicants must have 50% in Fundamental Subjects which are ( English First Additional Language, Maths/Maths Literacy, and Life Orientation).

Also, applicants must have 60% in Vocational Subjects which are (SA Health Care System, Public Health, The Human Body and Mind, and Community Oriented Primary Care).

How to Apply Online to GCON

  1. Go to www.nursingintake.gauteng.gov.za
  2. Register your profile
  3. Update your Resume (Personal Info, School Education, Training, Work Experience, References)
  4. Complete the online application form and submit it.
  5. Gauteng College of Nursing will verify information will be requested should the applicant meet the shortlisting criteria – applicants will be contacted

Gauteng Department of Health will offer financial assistance to successful candidates through a bursary. Completion of all processes during the recruitment and selection process does not guarantee final selection for the program. Once your application is successful, you will be asked to sign an agreement with the Department of Health

ALSO SEE: UKwazi School of Nursing Intake Application 2025

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