Gauteng College of Nursing: Student Nurse Intake 2026

The Gauteng College of Nursing (GCON) invites applications for the Student Nurse Intake 2026, offering dedicated individuals the opportunity to pursue a Diploma in Nursing at one of its four campuses.

College Campuses:

• Ann Latsky Campus
• Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus
• SG Lourens Campus
• Bonalesedi Campus.

Requirements:

Must meet any of the following:

• Senior Certificate: English HG - D or SG - C, Biology HG - D or SG - C, Mathematics HG - D or SG - C and an M score of 17
• National Senior Certificate: English Level 4, Life Sciences Level 4, Mathematics Level 4 or Maths Literacy Level 5, and an APS of 27 or more (Life Orientation counts half the score)
• National Vocational Certificate: 50% in Fundamental Subjects (English First Additional Language, Maths/Maths Literacy, Life Orientation) and 60% in the Vocational Subjects (SA Health Care System, Public Health, The Human Body and Mind and Community Oriented Primary Care)
• Current Grade 12 learners must meet the National Senior Certificate requirements in their Grade 11 final results.

Skills and Competencies:

• Passion for nursing,
• Problem-solving ability
• Patience
• Ability to relate to people
• Organisational ability
• Leadership ability
• Flexibility
• Calmness during a crisis
• Communication,
• numeracy and life skills
• Computer literacy
• Study skills
• Honesty
• Compassionate and caring.