For the enrolling programme, the total bursary is R30 000, and for the 4-year diploma degree, it is R36 000. This shows that without any other perks, the student nurses in the enrolled programme receive a monthly stipend of R2500, while those pursuing a 4-year diploma do so for R3000. From this sum, the students must pay for their housing as well as for their meals, uniforms, and textbooks.
In South Africa, a school nurse makes an average of R 629 400 per year, or R 323 per hour. Most experienced professionals can earn up to R 1 032 000 per year, while entry-level roles start at R 226 800.