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Free State School of Nursing Bloemfontein

Free State School of Nursing Bloemfontein

Free State School of Nursing
Free State School of Nursing

Admission Guidelines for Nursing Programmes at Free State School of Nursing

A. Diploma in Nursing R171 – Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility for the prestigious Diploma in Nursing at Free State School of Nursing is established by the following regulatory standards:

  • Regulatory References:
    • Government Gazette No. 41474 dated March 2, 2018, detailing the minimum admission criteria for academic programs including Higher Certificates, Diplomas, and Degrees.
    • The National Department of Health’s policy on Nursing Education and Training.
    • SANC 2013 Diploma in Nursing Qualification Framework.

For Graduates Post-2008 (Senior Certificate Holders):

  • Possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC), verified by Umalusi, encompassing six designated subjects or an equivalent qualification.
  • Minimum Academic Point Score (APS) of 25 across six subjects, including Life Orientation (scored as one point regardless of the mark achieved).
  • Mandatory Subjects:
    • English: Achieving a minimum of Level 4 (50-59%).
    • Mathematical Literacy: Minimum Level 4 (50-59%).
    • Life Sciences: Minimum Level 4 (50-59%).
  • Preferred Competencies:
    • Proficiency in Computer Literacy at a minimum of Grade 9 level.
    • Physical Science will be an advantageous qualification.
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For Graduates Pre-2008 (Senior Certificate Holders):

  • A Matriculation Exemption or equivalent qualification.
  • An M-Score of 23 or higher from a maximum of 6 subjects.
  • Mandatory Subjects:
    • English: Higher Grade (HG) minimum 50% (E Symbol) or Standard Grade (SG) 60% (D Symbol) and above.
    • Biology or Physiology: HG (50% and above) or SG (60% and above).
    • Mathematics: HG (40%) / SG (50%) or Commercial Mathematics SG (50% and above).
  • Preferred Competencies:
    • Physical Science.

B. Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing R169 – Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility criteria for applicants are as follows:

For Applicants Post-2008:

  • An NSC or equivalent certificate.
  • A minimum APS of 23.
  • Level 4 achievement in English, Life Science, and Mathematical Literacy.
  • Candidates with Computer Literacy and Physical Science will be preferred.
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For Applicants Pre-2008:

  • A Matric Certificate or equivalent qualification.
  • An M-Score of 20 or above.
  • Standard Grade English with a minimum of 50% (D symbol).
  • Biology or Physiology.
  • Candidates with Mathematics and Physical Science will be preferred.

C. Advanced Diploma in Midwifery R1497 – Eligibility Requirements

Prospective candidates must satisfy the following criteria:

  • A Matric Certificate or an equivalent qualification.
  • A Diploma in Nursing at an NQF level 6.
  • Registration as a General Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

Calculating Admission Scores

  • APS (Post-2008): Your Grade 12 results are translated into an Admission Point Score (APS) based on the achievement levels and corresponding percentages.
  • M-Score (Pre-2008): Scores are assigned based on the symbols achieved in Higher Grade (HG) and Standard Grade (SG) subjects.

Please note: Successful candidates will need to provide a Police Clearance Certificate.

Contact Information for Campuses

Southern Campus: Head of Campus: MC. Mofahla

  • Location: Kolbe Avenue, National Hospital Grounds, Bloemfontein.
  • Postal: Private Bag X20520, Bloemfontein.
  • Phone: 051 403 9831
  • Note: For applications from Mangaung Metro & Xhariep Districts.
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Northern Campus: Head of Campus: MMJ. Mokhomo

  • Location: Mothusi Road, Bongani Hospital Grounds, Welkom.
  • Postal: Private Bag X290, Welkom.
  • Phone: 057 396 3710
  • Note: For applications from Lejweleputswa & Fezile Dabi Districts.

Eastern Campus: Head of Campus: MA. Mofokeng

  • Location: Mampoi Street, Mofumahadi Manapo Mopedi Hospital Grounds, QwaQwa.
  • Phone: 058 718 3341
  • Note: For applications from Thabo Mofutsanyane District.
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