Applications Open: 2025 Free Nurse Training Programme
Are you passionate about nursing and looking to pursue a career in healthcare? The Northern Cape Department of Health invites applications for the Higher Certificate in Nursing (R.169) Programme at Henrietta Stockdale Nursing College for the 2025 academic year.
Programme Details:
- Programme: Higher Certificate in Nursing
- NQF Level: 05
- Duration: 1 Year
- Regulation: SANC R.169
Admission Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (endorsed by Umalusi) qualifying for a Higher Certificate/Diploma admission.
- Life Sciences Level 3 / Biology (HG – E or SG – D).
- English Level 4 / HG – D or SG – C.
- Mathematics / Maths Literacy and Physical Science Level 3 (advantageous).
- APS/Matriculation score of 20 or more (excluding Life Orientation).
- Only Northern Cape residents will be considered.
- Applicants currently registered elsewhere will not be accepted.
Required Documents for Application:
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate.
- Certified copies of Marriage/Divorce Certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of residence from local municipality or tribal authority.
Application Process:
Applications are strictly online via the e-Services Portal:
⛔ Hand-delivered, emailed, faxed, or mailed applications will not be accepted.
For general inquiries, contact Henrietta Stockdale Nursing College:
📞 HSNC Enquiries: 053 831 4695 / 053 831 4673
📧 Email: info.hsnc@gmail.com
For district-specific inquiries:
📍 Frances Baard (FB): Ms. T. Mokomela – 053 836 2708
📍 ZF Mgcawu (ZFM): Mr. W. Dlakiya – 054 337 0600
📍 John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG): Ms. D. Merementsi – 053 773 9503
📍 Pixley Ka Seme (PKS): Ms. B. Jack – 053 632 4000
📍 Namakwa (NAM): Ms. C. Cloete – 027 712 1603
Successful applicants will be required to apply for a bursary from the Northern Cape Department of Health and sign a contract with the department.
📢 Important: If you do not receive a response within four weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
🔔 Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in nursing!
- Closing Date: 14 March 2025
