Healthnicon Nursing College Courses or Programmes Offered
Transitional Nursing Program Overview
General Nursing Registration Program (Regulation 683)
The final date to enroll in the transitional Bridging program for Enrolled Nurses, which results in qualification as a General Nurse, was set for December 31, 2019. This indicates that accredited educational bodies may continue to provide this program within the set guidelines.
Program Length: 2 Years
Educational Offerings in Nursing and Community Health
It is crucial to understand the distinction between formal nursing programs and Community Health Worker programs, as they fall under different oversight organizations.
Nursing programs, now classified as higher education programs, require accreditation and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) and the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
In contrast, Community Health Worker programs are vocational in nature and must be accredited by the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA). These may be offered as comprehensive qualifications or specific skill sets.
Furthermore, educational institutions may also present non-credit short learning programs designed for ongoing professional development.
Updates in Nursing Education
The SANC has initiated a transition in nursing education, gradually replacing legacy qualifications with modernized credentials, detailed in SANC circular 7/2016.
Legacy programs include:
- Nursing Auxiliary Course
- Enrolled Nurse Course
- Bridging Course for Enrolled Nurses
The new framework introduces the Higher Certificate for Auxiliary Nurses and the Diploma for General Nurses, with enrollment starting in January 2019. Only accredited institutions are authorized to advertise and enroll students for these qualifications.
Admission Requirements: Prospective students must satisfy the minimum entry criteria for their desired qualification, as specified by the National Senior Certificate or equivalent.
For instance, a National Senior Certificate indicating eligibility for diploma or higher certificate studies does not qualify a candidate for degree programs.
Prerequisites for New Nursing Programs:
- Communication Skills at NQF Level 4
- Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4
- Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3
- Life Science at NQF Level 4
Healthcare Worker Program at Healthnicon
Healthnicon offers a 9-month Healthcare Worker program designed to bridge educational gaps for those who did not achieve these competencies through their National Senior Certificate. This program is non-accredited, focusing on professional development, and equips candidates for employment as caregivers.
Specializations Offered:
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- Orthopedic Care
Program Length: 9 Months
Healthnicon also provides a suite of non-credit professional development short programs, including:
- Nanny/Au pair Program
- House Manager Program
- Healthcare Housekeeping Program
- Geriatric Care (Part-time)
- Orthopaedic Care (Part-time)
- Pediatric Care (Part-time)
Healthnicon is duly registered with SANC and the Department of Higher Education but is currently not accepting applications for new nursing qualifications pending CHE accreditation confirmation.
For comprehensive information about available programs, please reach out to one of our campuses.
Note: Always verify with Healthnicon or the respective educational institution for the most current program offerings and enrollment statuses.
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