Gauteng College of Nursing will soon start accepting applications for admission into the 2025 academic session. Students looking to obtain a degree in nursing at this institute can apply online when it opens up. This article will provide information on how to apply to this school online, the documents required for application, available courses, and the admission requirements.
GCON Opening and Closing Dates
Gauteng College of Nursing will start accepting applications in September 2024. This is just a speculation based on the opening months of previous applications. No specific date has been set yet.
Gauteng College of Nursing Application Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must reside in the Gauteng Province.
- Must have obtained either a Senior Certificate (Standard 10), a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12), or a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
- The following subject criteria are required:
- English 4 SC: HG D or SG C
- Life Science 4 SC: HG D or SG C
- Mathematics 4 SC: HG D or SG C OR Mathematics Literacy 5
- any other 3 subjects
- Minimum APS should be 27 for (National Senior Certificate) and 17 for (Senior Certificate).
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)
| Subjects | Achievement Level |
|---|---|
| Minimum APS | 27 |
| English | 4 |
| Life Science | 4 |
| Mathematics | 4 |
| Mathematics Literacy | 5 |
| Life Orientation | 50% |
| Any other three subjects |
National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
| Subjects | Percentage% |
|---|---|
| English | 50% |
| Life Orientation | 50% |
| Mathematics Literacy | 50% |
| SA Health Care System | 60% |
| Public Health | 60% |
| Health and The Human Body | 60% |
| Community Oriented PHC | 60% |
Senior Certificate (Standard 10)
| Subjects | Achievement Level |
|---|---|
| Minimum M Score | 17 |
| English | HG D or SG C |
| Biology | HG D or SG C |
| Mathematics | HG D or SG C |
| And any other 3 subjects |
GCON Advanced Diploma In Midwifery
Students who want to apply for an Advanced Diploma in Midwifery at the Gauteng College of Nursing in their online application must meet the following minimum admission requirements for the programme:
- NQF Level 6
- Registration as a General Nurse at NQF Level 6 with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- Recognition of prior learning access and credit transfer is applicable as per the national and institutional policies
GCON Postgraduate Diploma
Nurses who want to upgrade their qualifications with a postgraduate diploma program will be considered a study space offer if they meet the following minimum admission requirements:
- A National Senior Certificate or an equivalent certificate and any of the following
- Diploma in Nursing with Advanced Diploma in Midwifery (NQF Level 7)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (NQF Level 7/8)
Other requirements include:
- Proof of current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- At least (2) years of experience after registration as a
- Professional Nurse or
- General Nurse and Midwife
- The 2 years include the year of community service
- 1 year experience in the specialized clinical nursing unit related to the specific program or program of interest.
How to Apply Online to Gauteng College of Nursing
- Go to www.gcon.ac.za
- Click on the “Admissions” tab
- Complete the online forms (provide all required documents)
- Click the submit button
And you are done with your applications. You will have to wait for at least 3 months to receive feedback. If accepted, you will receive a letter through the E-Mail address you used for your application.
Note that you might be required to pay a non-refundable application fee and it doesn’t guarantee that you will be admitted. Also remember that late applications will not be accepted.
See Also: Mpumalanga College of Nursing Online Application 2025
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