Netcare Edu cation ;
Faculty of Nursing and Ancillary Healthcare (FNAH)
202 6
Programme & Application Information
for 202 7* intakes
*This is a general idea of which intake is being applied for.
KR Education cannot guarantee an intake date.
Table of Contents
1.
Partnership with Netcare Education ................................ ................................ ............... 1
2.
Nursing Programmes Offered by Netcare Education FNAH ................................ ........... 1
3.
Entrance Requirements................................ ................................ ................................ .. 2
4.
Additional Admission Requirements for International Applicants ................................ .... 3
5.
Campus Locations ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 3
6.
Application Process................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 4
7.
Post-Assessment Process ................................ ................................ .............................
8.
Netcare Education Academic Development (NEAD) Programme ................................ ... 5
9.
Fees for 2025 ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 6
5
10. Admission Information for 2026 Intakes ................................ ................................ ......... 6
11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ................................ ................................ ................ 7
12. Additional Information ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 7
Annexure 1 - Netcare Education’s “How to Apply” ................................ ................................ . 8
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1.
Partnership with Netcare Education
KR Education serves as the logistics partner for Netcare Education FNAH by managing the nursing
application process on its behalf.
2.
Nursing Programmes Offered by Netcare Education FNAH
Netcare Education FNAH offers the following full
2.1
2.2
-time formal nursing programmes:
Higher Certificate (HC) in Auxiliary Nursing
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Duration: 1 -year full -time programme
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Overview: An undergraduate programme leading to registration with the South African
Nursing Council (SANC) as an Auxiliary Nurse
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Regulation: Regulation 169
Diploma in Nursing
– General
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Duration: 3 -year full -time programme
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Overview: An undergraduate programme leading to registration with the SANC as a General
Nurse
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Regulation: Regulation 171
Note: “HC” stands for Higher Certificate and “DN” stands for Diploma in Nursing.
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3.
Entrance Requirements
3.1
Minimum Requirements for Admission
Applicants must have a National Senior Certificate (or equivalent) certified by the Council for General and
Further Education and Training (Umalusi) or an equivalent qualification at National Qualifications
Framework (NQF) exit level 4. The following subje
cts are required:
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English: Minimum 40%
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Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Minimum 40%
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Life Sciences: Minimum 40%
3.2
Programme -Specific Entry Requirements
3.2.1
Higher Certificate (HC) in Nursing
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3.2.2
o
English: Minimum 40%
o
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Minimum 40%
o
Life Sciences: Minimum 40%
Diploma in Nursing (DN)
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•
NB .
Subjects Required:
Subjects Required:
o
English: Minimum 40%
o
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Minimum 40%
o
Life Sciences: Minimum 40%
o
Computer Literacy at NQF level 3 (Grade 11 equivalent)
o
One additional subject with a minimum of 40%
Alternate Entry Route:
Applicants who have successfully completed a relevant health
-related qualification at NQF
Level (for example, as an Auxiliary Nurse
– Reg 2176 or as an Enrolled Nurse
– Reg 2175)
and who meet the institutional selection criteria may be granted entry into t
he Diploma
programme.
Candidates who are currently in Grade 12 can only apply once they have received their
Prelim results.
Grade 12 applicants cannot apply with term 1 or 2 school reports.
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4.
Additional Admission Requirements for International Applicants
This section is applicable for foreign or non
-South African citizens. All international applicants
must submit original certified documents as listed below:
1.
Identity and Residency:
o
2.
Education Verification:
o
3.
A foreign workforce management letter of endorsement to study from the Department of
Health (DOH).
Document Discrepancies:
o
5.
A current and valid study permit from the National Department of Home Affairs, valid for
the specified period of education and explicitly listing Netcare Education FNAH as the
designated institution.
Letter of Endorsement:
o
5.
A South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation certificate covering your
highest school certificate and other qualifications. Only qualifications at NQF Level 4
and above will be considered.
Study Permit (International Students):
o
4.
A valid passport, refugee status document, or asylum seeker document, expiring no
earlier than six months after the projected programme completion date.
For documents bearing different names (e.g., due to marriage), provide legal documents
such as a marriage certificate or relevant affidavits.
Campus Locations
Netcare Education FNAH offers both the Higher Certificate and the Diploma in Nursing
programmes at its designated campuses.
Due to limited student capacity per intake, successful applicants may be scheduled for the next
available intake, which might not necessarily be the 202
7 intake.
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Campus
Diploma in Nursing
Higher Certificate in
Nursing
Netcare Education; Gauteng South West
(Auckland Park)
28 Canary Street
Auckland Park
Johannesburg , 2006
80 spaces per
intake
100 spaces per
intake
Netcare Education; Gauteng North East
(Centurion)
Block D, Crystal Park Offices
249 Basden Avenue
Lyttleton, Centurion , 0157
50 spaces per
intake
30 spaces per
intake
Netcare Education; Western Cape (Bellville)
4th Floor Sunbel Building,
2 Old Paarl Road
Bellville, Cape Town , 7530
40 spaces per
intake
40 spaces per
intake
Netcare Education; Eastern Cape
(Gqeberha)
Greyville House 2nd Floor
C/o Greyville Road, Ring Road and Cape Road
Greenacres, Gqeberha , 6045
40 spaces per
intake
30 spaces per
intake
Netcare Education; Kwa -Zulu Natal
(Umhlanga)
95 Umhlanga Rocks Drive
Durban North , 4016
40 spaces per
intake
20 spaces per
intake
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the Netcare Education FNAH Nursing Programmes:
1.
Online Application:
Visit www.kreducationsa.com
application.
and select the Netcare Education option to begin your
2.
Application Fee:
A non -refundable fee of R 520 .00 is payable upon initiating your online application. The
portal will prompt you for this payment.
3.
Document Submission:
Provide your personal information and upload all required documents. All documents must
be clear, certified copies (not older than 3 months)
and submitted individually.
4.
Quality Control:
Your application will undergo a quality control process that takes
business days.
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approximately 7 to 10
5.
Pre -Selection Assessment Registration:
If your initial application is successful, you must pay a non
-refundable fee of R4 20.00 for the
Netcare Education Pre -Selection Assessment via the application portal.
6.
Assessment Access & Completion:
Within a short time after payment, you will receive an email with a link to the Pre
-Selection
Assessment. This link is valid for 7 days. The assessment covers the following subjects:
7.
7.
o
English
o
Computer Literacy
o
Mathematics
o
Life Sciences
Assessment Verification:
The assessment results will be verified by the Netcare Education Recruitment and Selection
Committee within approximately six weeks, after which you will receive feedback on your
application outcomes.
Post-Assessment Process
After the Pre -Selection Assessment is complete, the following steps will occur:
8.
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Outcome Notification:
KR Education will inform you of the assessment outcome via email following a formal
selection and recruitment meeting (within 6 weeks).
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Registration:
Netcare Education will notify successfully selected candidates when registration takes
place.
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Final Communication:
Admission notifications for 202 7 intake candidates will be confirmed by the respective
campuses as from September 2026 . Please note that final admission decisions rest solely
with the campuses; applicants should directly contact the respective campus for further
clarification if needed.
Netcare Education Academic Development (NEAD) Programme
For candidates who do not initially qualify for direct entry into the Diploma in Nursing programme
via the Pre -Selection Assessment, the NEAD programme is available. This programme, operated
by KR Education, is designed to strengthen academic ability and f
acilitate the transition into higher
education. It consists of these five modules:
1. Basic Computing Skills
2. Essential English Studies
3. Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
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4. Introduction to Mathematical Thinking
5. Student Development and Life Skills
Successful completion of the NEAD programme qualifies a candidate for the Netcare Education
Nursing Programmes and places them on the waiting list for the next available intake.
9.
Fees for 2025
9.1
Application and Assessment Fees
9.2
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Application Fee: R 520.00 ( non-refundable )
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Assessment Fee: R4
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NEAD 2026 Programme Fee: R3,600.00 per module
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NEAD 202 7 Programme Fee: Expected price increase 10% on
20.00 ( non-refundable )
2026 fee.
Tuition Fees
Programme
Tuition Fee (202 6)*
Higher Certificate in Nursing
R67 631.00
Diploma in Nursing (1st Year)
R 76 072 .00
Diploma in Nursing (2nd Year)
R76 072.00
Diploma in Nursing (3rd Year)
R76 072.00
Note: All fees are subject to change. Please verify the latest fee schedule on the official
website.
10. Admission Information for 2027 Intakes
For complete information regarding the application, selection, and admission process for 202
intakes, please refer to the information available on the Netcare website:
Netcare Careers
– Faculty of Nursing and Ancillary Healthcare FNAH
For more information:
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11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Direct Enrolment into the 3 -Year Programme:
Yes, candidates meeting the selection criteria may directly enrol in the 3
Nursing programme without completing the 1
-year course.
-year Diploma in
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Distance or After -Hours Learning:
No, the nursing programmes are delivered exclusively through contact sessions and
supervised clinical placements.
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Learnerships or Bursaries:
As a private higher education institution, KR Education does not offer learnerships or
bursaries. Applicants must ensure adequate funding is secured prior to commencement.
Financial support, such as HWSETA bursaries, if available, will be awarded on merit
not offered to first -year students at the start of the programmes.
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and are
Accommodation and Travel:
Netcare Education FNAH does not provide accommodation or travel arrangements.
Students are responsible for securing and funding their own accommodation and travel to
campus and clinical training facilities.
12. Additional Information
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Equal Opportunity Policy:
Netcare Education FNAH is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and adheres to
a strict non -discriminatory admissions process.
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Disclaimer:
Programme details including fees, timelines, and course structures may be revised.
Applicants should refer to the official website for the most up
-to-date information.
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Feedback:
We encourage applicants to provide feedback regarding the admissions process to help us
continuously improve.
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