Are you passionate about helping others and ready to pursue a rewarding career in nursing? Applications for the 2026 intake at the Gauteng College of Nursing (GCON) are opening soon! Whether you're a recent matriculant, a healthcare graduate, or a nurse seeking specialization, GCON offers a wide range of nursing programmes across multiple campuses in Gauteng.
What Programmes Are Offered?
GCON offers three main categories of nursing qualifications:
1. Diploma in Nursing
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Qualification: Diploma in Nursing
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Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
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NQF Level: 6
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Purpose: To equip students with the necessary competencies to function as generalist nurse practitioners across various healthcare settings.
2. Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
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Duration: 1 year (Full-time)
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Delivery: Contact learning
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Purpose: To train independent, critically-thinking midwives ready to serve in diverse midwifery settings.
3. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes (Each 1 Year Full-Time, NQF Level 8):
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Child Nursing
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Critical Care Nursing (Adult)
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Emergency Nursing
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Midwifery
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Nephrology Nursing
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Oncology and Palliative Nursing
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Orthopaedic Nursing
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Perioperative Nursing
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Primary Care Nursing
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Mental Health Nursing
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Occupational Health Nursing
These programs are designed to produce competent, specialised nursing professionals capable of addressing South Africa’s health challenges.
GCON Campuses
Gauteng College of Nursing operates from the following campuses:
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Ann Latsky Campus
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Bonalesedi Campus
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Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus
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Ga-Rankuwa Campus
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Rahima Moosa Campus
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SG Lourens Campus
Minimum Entry Requirements for the GCON 2026 Applications
For Diploma in Nursing
If you have a National Senior Certificate (NSC):
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Minimum APS: 27
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Subjects Required:
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English – Level 4
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Life Sciences – Level 4
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Mathematics – Level 4 OR Maths Literacy – Level 5
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Life Orientation – contributes 50% to APS
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Any other 3 subjects
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If you have a Senior Certificate (Standard 10):
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Minimum M Score: 17
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English, Biology, and Mathematics – at least HG D or SG C
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Plus 3 other subjects
If you have a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4:
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English, Life Orientation, and Maths Literacy – 50%
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SA Health Care System, Public Health, Human Body, and Community PHC – 60%
GCON 2026 Applications & Selection Process
Here’s a visual breakdown of the selection stages based on GCON’s official flowchart:
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Application Advertisement
Look out for the announcement on the GCON website and in major newspapers. -
Online Applications Open
Submit your application through the official portal. -
Shortlisting
If your results meet the entry criteria, you will be shortlisted. -
Psychometric Assessment
All shortlisted candidates must undergo a compulsory psychometric test. -
Medical Surveillance
If successful, you will then go through medical screening. -
Document Verification
Final verification of your academic and supporting documents. -
Bursary Contract (if funded)
If you're awarded funding, you'll be required to sign a bursary agreement.
If unsuccessful at any stage, your application will not proceed to the next step.
Working Hours
All GCON campuses operate during the following hours:
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Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00
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Friday: 07:00 – 13:00
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Closed: Weekends & Public Holidays
Important Tips for Applicants
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Grade 12 learners can apply using Grade 11 final results, but final admission depends on Grade 12 performance.
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Ensure your documents are certified and clearly scanned for online upload.
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Prepare for psychometric and medical evaluations—they are mandatory.
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Apply early to avoid last-minute issues.
Conlusion
The Gauteng College of Nursing offers a clear pathway to a fulfilling career in healthcare. With multiple campuses and specialised programmes, GCON gives you the opportunity to serve your community and make a difference. Make sure to check the official website regularly for the opening of the 2026 online applications.
Start preparing your documents now — your journey to becoming a nurse starts with GCON!
