SG Lourens Nursing College: The Gauteng College of Nursing student intate is open for 2026 applications. Here is what you need to know before you apply.
: Must be a South African citizen, who resides in the Gauteng Province * In possession of one of the following school leaving certificates: A Senior Certificate (Standard 10), a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4* Added advantage will be given to those who studied in Quintile 1,2,3 schools in townships, informal settlement and hostel communities in Gauteng Province. The following subject criteria are required:* 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) Current Grade 12 learners must meet the National Senior Certificate requirements in their Grade 11 final results* National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: 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). Individuals who are already in the nursing profession (Nursing Auxiliary and Enrolled Nurses) and meet the entry requirements are also invited to apply.
COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES: Passion for nursing, Problem-solving ability Patience * Ability to relate to people Organizational ability* Leadership ability* Flexibility* Calmness during a crisis Communication, numeracy and life skills * Computer literacy Study skills * Honesty * Compassionate and caring.
NOTES: All short-listed applicants will undergo a compulsory psychometric assessment. Successful applicants on psychometric assessment will be required to undergo medical surveillance, including a physical examination. Verification of all documentation for selected candidates.
Application Process
Applicants are required to scan and upload their Senior/National Senior/ National Certificate (Vocational) or statement of Grade 12 results or final Grade 11 results. Gauteng Department of Health will offer financial assistance to successful candidates in the form of a bursary.
Candidates can apply via the following link: https://nursingintake.gauteng.gov.za Completion of all processes during the recruitment and selection process does not guarantee final selection for the programme.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO: Sign an agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health. Attend lectures. Be prepared to participate in Work Integrated Learning (WIL), which includes shifts and working on public holidays, weekends and nights in Gauteng Department of Health hospitals and clinics as part of the programme requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Gauteng Central Selection – Centre tel. (011) 644-8946/ 0800 228 827 Email: Selectioncentre@gauteng.gov.za
Closing date for Nursing Intake at SG Lourens Nursing College
The closing date for applications is 26 September 2025
