Life College of Learning at a glance
- Over 1 000 students
- Seven learning centres across SA: in Springs, Cape Town, Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth, Pretoria and Roodepoort.
- Programmes include: under-graduate programmes and a variety of short learning programmes. Find more information about the programmes, application information and Life College of Learning locations by clicking on the links in the downloads box.
- Excellent results achieved in the registered examinations reflect the professionalism of our clinical educators, nursing staff and hospital management, and the quality of students selected.
- Our outcomes-based model of education and training promotes quality service delivery, and ensures that our values are part of our daily operations.
Admission Point System
| NSC LEVELS | NSC % | APS | APS % | SYMBOL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 80-90% | 6 | 80-90% | A |
| 6 | 70-79% | 5 | 70-79% | B |
| 5 | 60-69% | 4 | 60-69% | C |
| 4 | 50-59% | 3 | 50-59% | D |
| 3 | 40-49% | 2 | 40-49 | E |
| 2 | 30-39% | 1 | 30-39% | F |
| 1 | 0-29% | 0-29% |
For example, to register for a Basic Diploma you need an APS of at least 18 with a NSC/equivalent pass of Biology/Life Science at Level 4 or D Symbol and English at Level 3 or E Symbol Aggregate:
| NSC SUBJECTS | NSC % | LEVEL | APS ALLOCATED |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 54% | 4 | 3 |
| Afrikaans | 38% | 2 | 1 |
| Biology/Life Sciences | 62% | 5 | 4 |
| Physical Science | 60% | 5 | 4 |
| Mathematics | 32% | 2 | 1 |
| Life Orientation | 77% | 6 | 5 |
| Geography | 68% | 5 | 4 |
| ADMISSION SCORE | 21 |
Applicants have to meet the requirements for admission into the Diploma as she is above 18 points
Life College – Cape Town Learning Centre Duration of Studies
This is a general guide as to the length of study for various academic programs offered at Life College – Cape Town Learning Centre.
| QUALIFICATION | MINIMUM DURATION |
|---|---|
| Short Learning Programmes: PHC | To Be Advised |
| New Nursing Auxiliary | To Be Advised |
| General Nursing Science (B/Course) R683 | 2 years |
| Basic Diploma (R425) | 4 years |
| Post Basic/ Registration Diplomas: (R212) -Child Nursing Science -Community Nursing Science -Clinical Assessment, Treatment and Care -Critical Nursing Science -Operating Nursing Science -Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Care -Orthopaedic Nursing Science -Ophthalmic Nursing Science -One Year Midwifery Nursing Science | 1 Year |
| Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Midwifery: R174 | 4 years |
| Diploma in Nursing (Staff Nurse): R171 | 3 years |
| Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing: R169 | 1 Year |
| Advanced Diploma in Midwifery: R786 | 1 Year |