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Company: Kwazulu-Natal Department of Health
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Applications are officially open for the KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing (KZNCN) Diploma in Nursing Programme for the 2027 academic year. Managed under the auspices of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health, this 3-year full-time training opportunity is ideal for prospective healthcare professionals seeking a recognized nursing qualification in South Africa.
Company Overview
The KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing (KZNCN) is a public nursing education institution operating under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health. KZNCN provides accredited nursing education across multiple campuses located throughout the KwaZulu-Natal province, ensuring quality health education, clinical competence, and skills development aligned with national healthcare standards.
Job Overview
- Programme Title: Diploma in Nursing
- Reference Number: KZNCN 2/2026
- Target Intake Year: 2027
- Duration: 3 Years
- NQF Level: Level 6
- Total Credits: 368
- SANC Regulation: R171
- SAQA ID No: 115826
Job Purpose
The primary objective of the Diploma in Nursing (R171) programme is to equip learners with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and clinical experience necessary to function as competent professional nurses within public healthcare facilities across the KwaZulu-Natal province.
Key Responsibilities
As this is an official advertisement for an academic nurse training programme leading to professional registration:
- Specific daily work duties and job responsibilities are not disclosed in the official advertisement.
- Enrolled learners will undergo a combination of classroom instruction and practical clinical training at accredited healthcare facilities under the regulation of the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet specific academic criteria depending on when they completed Grade 12 (Matric).
Requirements for Pre-2008 Grade 12 Candidates
(A maximum of 6 relevant highest subject scores on a National Senior Certificate at NQF Level 4)
- Grade 12 (Std 10): Minimum 25 points
- English: Minimum “E” Higher Grade or “D” Standard Grade
- Biology / Physics / Chemistry / Physiology: Minimum “E” Higher Grade or “D” Standard Grade
- Mathematics: Minimum “E” Higher Grade or “D” Standard Grade
Pre-2008 Point Values (APS):
- Symbol A: Higher Grade = 8 points | Standard Grade = 5 points
- Symbol B: Higher Grade = 7 points | Standard Grade = 4 points
- Symbol C: Higher Grade = 6 points | Standard Grade = 3 points
- Symbol D: Higher Grade = 5 points | Standard Grade = 2 points
- Symbol E: Higher Grade = 4 points | Standard Grade = 1 point
- Symbol F: Higher Grade = 1 point | Standard Grade = 0 points
Requirements for Post-2008 Candidates (From 2008 Onwards)
(A maximum of 6 relevant highest subject scores on a National Senior Certificate at NQF Level 4)
- National Senior Certificate: Diploma Pass and above
- Minimum Point Score: 25 points
- English: Level 4
- Home Language / First Additional Language: Level 3
- Maths: Level 3 OR Maths Literacy: Level 5
- Life Science / Physical Science: Level 4
- Life Orientation: Level 4 (Note: Life Orientation is mandatory at L4 and above, but will not be calculated into the total points score)
- Any other 2 subjects
Post-2008 Point Values (APS Calculation):
- NSC Rating 7 (80% – 100%): Points Value = 8 | Adjusted Percentage = 90% – 100%
- NSC Rating 6 (70% – 79%): Points Value = 7 | Adjusted Percentage = 80% – 89%
- NSC Rating 5 (60% – 69%): Points Value = 6 | Adjusted Percentage = 70% – 79%
- NSC Rating 4 (50% – 59%): Points Value = 5 | Adjusted Percentage = 60% – 69%
- NSC Rating 3 (40% – 49%): Points Value = 4 | Adjusted Percentage = 50% – 59%
- NSC Rating 2 (30% – 39%): Points Value = 3 | Adjusted Percentage = 40% – 49%
- NSC Rating 1 (0% – 29%): Points Value = 2 | Adjusted Percentage = 30% – 39%
- NSC Rating Below 1: Points Value = 1 | Adjusted Percentage = 0% – 29%
Preferred Skills
- Preferred skills, additional competencies, and prior work experience requirements are not disclosed in the official advertisement.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary details, stipends, or allowances are not disclosed in the official advertisement.
Location
- Province: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Institution: KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing (KZNCN) campuses and affiliated Department of Health clinical sites.
Employment Type
- Type: Full-time 3-Year Training Programme / Student Nurse Admission.
Closing Date
- Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
Required Documents
The following documents must be uploaded during your online application:
- Copy of Matric certificate
- Copy of Identity Document (ID)
- Proof of residence or an affidavit indicating your residential address
- A signed affidavit from a Commissioner of Oaths, clearly stating that you have not previously benefited from the Department of Health bursary system at the KZN College of Nursing
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing online portal at https://kzncn.kznhealth.gov.za.
- Register an account (or log in if you have an existing profile).
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload all four required documents in electronic format.
- Verify that all details are accurate and submit your application online before midnight on the closing date.
Important Notes
- Online Applications Only: Hand-delivered, e-mailed, or mailed applications will NOT be accepted under any circumstances.
- Residency Restriction: Applicants must be residents of the KwaZulu-Natal Province.
- Active Enrolment: Applicants currently registered for studies elsewhere will not be considered for admission.
- Other Funding: Applicants who are currently receiving any other source of funding for study purposes will not be considered.
- Document Verification: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified original documents after receiving official communication from the Nursing Campus. All certificates and addresses will be verified for authenticity.
- Notification: Due to high application volumes, only successful applicants will be contacted.
- Affirmative Action: The KZN Department of Health is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer aimed at promoting representivity across all occupational categories.
Contact Details for Enquiries
- Phone Lines: 033 940 4915 / 033 940 4916 / 033 940 4913 / 033 940 4918
Email Enquiries:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I submit my application in person at a KZNCN campus?
No. Hand-delivered, emailed, or postal applications will be rejected automatically. You must apply online.
Is Life Orientation counted toward the 25-point requirement?
No. Life Orientation is mandatory at Level 4 or higher, but its score is excluded from the total APS calculation.
Can non-residents of KwaZulu-Natal apply?
No. Applicants must be verified residents of the KwaZulu-Natal Province to qualify.
Conclusion
The KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing 2027 Nurse Training Programme offers a structured pathway into the professional healthcare sector. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met, complete the affidavit correctly, and submit your application on the KZNCN portal prior to the deadline on 31 August 2026.
