The Limpopo Department of Health has launched its 2027 student nurse intake for two distinct nursing programmes at the Limpopo College of Nursing. Aspiring nursing students can apply either for the three-year Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171) or the one-year Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169). These programmes have separate application processes and requirements.
About the Programmes
The Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171) is a three-year programme regulated under Government Notice R.171 of 2013. This programme is designed to prepare students for a comprehensive nursing role over the course of three years.
The Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169) is a one-year programme focusing on auxiliary nursing skills, governed by Government Notice R.169 of 2013. It is ideal for applicants seeking to enter the nursing profession in support roles.
Who May Apply
Applicants from all five Limpopo districts – Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, and Waterberg – are eligible to apply for either programme. Candidates should ensure they meet the academic and residency requirements as outlined in the respective prospectuses.
Application Requirements
- Completed application form and rating scale specific to either R.171 or R.169 programme.
- Certified copies of educational qualifications, including Matric or National Senior Certificate.
- Proof of residence within Limpopo.
- Copy of identity document.
- For R.171 applicants who are enrolled nurses employed by the Department, a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) application form must be completed.
- A non-refundable administration fee of R150, with payment details available in the programme prospectuses.
Application Process
Applications are submitted online through district-specific portals. Applicants must use the correct set of documents and application links corresponding to their chosen programme and district. Mixing documents or referencing the wrong programme may lead to application rejection.
For the Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171), applicants must download and complete the application form and rating scale, review the revised prospectus, and if applicable, fill in the RPL form. Applications are submitted via one of the following district portals depending on the applicant’s residence:
For the Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169), applicants should download the application form and rating scale and study the revised prospectus. Application submissions must be made through the correct district link:
Closing Dates
- Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169): 31 October 2026
- Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171): 30 November 2026
Applicants must adhere strictly to these deadlines. Applications received after these dates will not be considered.
Additional Information
Prospective candidates should carefully read the relevant prospectus before applying, as it contains important programme-specific details, including academic requirements and application procedures. The Limpopo College of Nursing reserves the right to select successful applicants and will correspond only with those shortlisted. Candidates who have not received communication by the end of February 2027 should assume their applications were unsuccessful.
For enquiries, applicants may contact the Limpopo College of Nursing Student Affairs Office at 015 291 1120 during office hours.
Summary
This intake offers two pathways to enter the nursing profession within Limpopo Province, tailored to different levels of nursing education and duration. Applicants are advised to confirm that they use the correct forms, pay the administration fee as instructed in the prospectus, and submit the complete documentation through the appropriate district online portal.
