Student Accepted Into Auxiliary Nurse Higher Certificate Program For 2025

Higher Certificate Auxiliary Nurse Intake For 2025

Student: Nursing Diploma Lvl1
Closing date: 30/06/2025
Recruiter name: Ronell Morrick
Reference number: 59556

OVERVIEW:

The Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing is a comprehensive, one-year program designed to equip aspiring healthcare professionals with the foundational skills and knowledge required to excel as registered auxiliary nurses. 

This intensive course of study goes beyond mere theoretical understanding, emphasizing practical application and the development of essential bedside manner.

Upon successful completion, graduates are prepared to provide essential basic nursing care and offer invaluable support to general and professional nurses across a diverse range of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and community health centers.

The program’s core curriculum is meticulously crafted to ensure students acquire a robust understanding of fundamental nursing principles, patient care techniques, and medical terminology.

Specific areas of focus include vital signs monitoring, wound care management, medication administration (within the legally defined scope of practice), personal hygiene assistance and mobility support.

MAIN PURPOSE OF COURSE

This comprehensive three-year program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to successfully qualify and register as a Registered General Nurse.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the appropriate nursing regulatory body, allowing you to practice as a qualified Registered General Nurse and embark on a rewarding career in healthcare. 

The curriculum encompasses a wide range of theoretical learning, hands-on clinical placements, and simulated practice scenarios, ensuring you are well-prepared to provide high-quality patient care across various healthcare settings.

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PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

This comprehensive programme is meticulously designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional attributes necessary to achieve registration as a General Nurse, as defined by Regulation 171 of 8 March 2013. 

Upon successful completion of the programme and subsequent registration, the Registered General Nurse holding a Diploma in Nursing will possess a robust foundation in nursing theory and practice.

This foundation will enable them to competently deliver holistic and patient-centered nursing care to individuals across the lifespan and presenting with a diverse spectrum of health conditions.

This care extends beyond simply addressing immediate medical needs; it encompasses the physical, psychological, social and spiritual well-being of the patient.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

From 2008 (compulsory subjects) and minimum rating scale:

• Grade 12, at an NQF level 4, with minimal requirements for admission to higher certificate studies, as gazetted for higher education
• English level 4
• Life (Biology) or Physical Science level 3
• Mathematics Literacy level 4 or Mathematics level 3
• Minimum of 19 points (20 points if Mathematical Literacy applies), which excludes Life Orientation
• Computer Literacy (NQF Level 3) will serve as a recommendation
• Old Senior Certificate

Before 2008 (compulsory subjects) and minimum rating scale:

• Grade 12 with an aggregate of 950 marks or higher
• English with a min mark of HG symbol D or SG symbol C
• Life (Biology) or Physical Science with a min mark of HG symbol E or SG symbol D
• Mathematics with a min mark of HG symbol E or SG symbol D
• Computer literacy (NQF Level 3) will serve as a recommendation
• National Vocational Certificate

National Vocational Certificate, equivalent to Grade 12 at a NQF level 4 and compulsory subjects

• English level 5
• Life (Biology) or Physical Science level 4
• Mathematics Literacy level 5 or Mathematics level 4
• Minimum 24 points (25 points if Mathematical Literacy applies), which excludes Life Orientation
• Computer Literacy (NQF Level 3) will serve as a recommendation

The RPL applicant has to meet the following minimum requirements:

• Have a valid Matric (grade 12) with admission to a higher or National Vocational certificate with the required APS score (as indicated above) or old senior certificate with an aggregate of 950 marks and higher with the compulsory subjects
• If a candidate does not have one of the following subjects: Life Sciences (Biology) or Physical Science (on a Grade 12 level), he/she can apply for entrance to the programme via RPL, if:
• 25 years and older
• Have a minimum of 5 years of operational experience in healthcare
• Write and pass the relevant RPL course
• Submit a motivational letter from his/her employer, if applicable

Important:

• You can only get credit for one subject through RPL.
• You must pay a fee when you apply that you will not get back.
• If it applies to you, your previous healthcare experience will be judged to see if you already know some of the material.
• You must be a citizen of South Africa.
• To be chosen, you will also need to take some tests, have an interview, and get a health check.
• You might need to go to the closest learning center that is approved for classes.

Please visit the link below to download the programme prospectus containing the minimum educational requirements and additional important information before you apply.

Download the Higher Certificate in Nursing

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Visit the application portal here.

APPLICATION FORM

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.