Free State School of Nursing Bloemfontein

Free State School of Nursing Bloemfontein

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.

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.

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.

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.