​Gauteng residents interested in studying nursing through the Gauteng Department of Health’s Gauteng College of Nursing (GCoN) in 2025 have until Friday, 11 October 2024 to submit their applications. 

Potential students are encouraged to apply to study for a three-year Diploma in Nursing offered at one of GCoN’s four campuses: Ann Latsky, Bonalesedi, Chris Hani Baragwanath, or SG Lourens. 

Applicants must be South African citizens residing in Gauteng and meet the specified educational requirements; a Senior Certificate (Standard 10), a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4, with passes in key subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Life Sciences. Special consideration will be given to applicants from disadvantaged communities, including those from informal settlements, hostels, and rural areas within Gauteng. Individuals already working in the nursing profession as auxiliary or enrolled nurses and meet the entry requirements are also encouraged to apply. 

Applications must be submitted online by 11 October 2024 through the official GCON website: https://nursingintake.gauteng.gov.za applicants are required to upload certified copies of their Identity Document, educational qualifications, and/or latest school results. 

Successful applicants will undergo a psychometric assessment and medical screening before final selection, and it's important to note that meeting the entry requirements does not guarantee selection. Successful candidates will provide own funding. 

For further inquiries, applicants can email: Nomaswazi.Dhladhla@gauteng.gov.za or Morongwa.Mphamo@gauteng.gov.za or contact the GCoN Central Selection – Centre on 011 644 8946.

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Issued by the Gauteng Department of Health