Registered Nurse
Nurses are the backbone of South Africa's healthcare system. They assess patients, administer medication, and support doctors. With massive demand in both public hospitals and private clinics, nursing offers job security and a deeply meaningful career.
Required Subjects
Your Journey
Pass Matric with Life Sciences and Maths
Apply to a nursing school or university (UNISA, UWC, UCT, CPUT)
Complete 4-year Diploma in Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing Science
Register with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
Start as a staff nurse in a public or private hospital
Specialise in ICU, Midwifery, Theatre, or Community Health
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- Industry
- Healthcare
- Study Duration
- 4 years (Diploma or BNSc)
- Minimum Grade
- Grade 12
- Required Subjects
- 2