Apply for the Mpumalanga College of Nursing General Nurse Diploma 2027. Applications close 2 October 2026. Check APS, subject and residency requirements.
The Mpumalanga Department of Health is inviting applications from eligible Mpumalanga residents aged 18–36 to study towards the three-year General Nurse Diploma in Nursing for the 2027 intake at Mpumalanga College of Nursing.
This is a three-year nursing training opportunity for applicants who meet all the compulsory academic and residency requirements.
General Nurse Diploma in Nursing 2027
Institution: Mpumalanga College of Nursing
Department: Mpumalanga Department of Health
Programme: General Nurse Diploma in Nursing
Qualification: Three-year Diploma in Nursing
Intake: 2027
Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
Closing Date: 2 October 2026
Age Requirement: 18–36 years
Citizenship/Residency: South African citizens who are residents of Mpumalanga Province
Application Method: Online only
Fees: No application/admission fees stated
About the Programme
The Mpumalanga Department of Health invites qualifying Mpumalanga Province residents to apply for admission to the three-year Diploma in Nursing for the 2027 intake at the Mpumalanga College of Nursing.
Successful applicants will receive theoretical training and complete Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in placement facilities accredited by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
Successful applicants will also be required to sign an agreement/contract with the Mpumalanga Department of Health.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants will only be considered if they meet all of the compulsory minimum requirements:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a Diploma pass, or a Degree pass.
- English Level 4 or above.
- Home Language and/or any Additional Language: Level 3 or above.
- Life Sciences Level 4 OR Physical Sciences Level 3 or above.
- Mathematics Level 3 or above OR Mathematical Literacy Level 5 or above.
- Any other subject at Level 3 or above.
- Life Orientation Level 3 or above.
- Minimum Admission Point Score (APS) of 23 or above, calculated from the six subjects with the highest levels, excluding Life Orientation.
- Applicants must be South African citizens residing in Mpumalanga Province.
- All certificates will be subject to verification.
- Certificates that are not registrable with the South African Nursing Council, including ABET certificates, will not be considered.
Important
Applicants with disabilities will be considered in terms of the inherent requirements of nursing duties.
What Successful Applicants Will Be Required to Do
Successful candidates will be required to:
- Attend lectures to obtain theoretical knowledge.
- Complete Work Integrated Learning in facilities accredited by the South African Nursing Council.
- Sign an agreement/contract with the Mpumalanga Department of Health.
Documents Required If Shortlisted
If shortlisted for an interview, applicants will be required to provide:
- Original National Senior Certificate.
- All certificates for verification.
- Certified copy of an Identity Document, certified within three months of the application closing date.
- Proof of residence from the local Municipal Authority or Tribal Authority.
Important: Applicants should ensure that their documentation is valid and available if they are shortlisted.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website.
The advert states that applicants should visit the Mpumalanga Department of Health website and select Vacancies.
Click Here To Access Mpumalanga Department of Health website
No physically delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be considered.
Applicants should use the official government website and beware of fraudulent adverts or individuals requesting money.
Youth Opportunities SA Tip: Before submitting your application, carefully check that you meet every compulsory requirement, particularly the APS, subject levels and Mpumalanga residency requirement.
Closing Date
🔴 Applications close: 2 October 2026
Due to the large number of applications normally received, communication will be limited to candidates considered for selection.
If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2026, the advert states that you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
Mr BS Mhlongo
Telephone: 013 796 1828
Enquiry hours: 08:00–16:00, Monday to Friday
Technical support: 013 766 3018
Applicants are advised to refer to the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website for the full advert and application process.
Beware of Nursing Admission Scams
The advert specifically warns applicants about scams and falsified advertisements.
There are no fees payable by applicants to be admitted to Mpumalanga College of Nursing.
Anyone requesting money in exchange for admission is committing a criminal offence and should be reported to the police or relevant authority.
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This article is based on information provided in the official Mpumalanga Department of Health vacancy advertisement. Our editorial team reviews and summarizes opportunity details to make them easier to understand, while striving to maintain accuracy.
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- Last Reviewed: September 2026
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