Applications are open for the Limpopo College of Nursing Student Nurse Training Intake for the 2027 academic year.
The Limpopo Department of Health is inviting prospective nursing students to apply for two training programmes. These are the three-year Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171) and the one-year Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169).
The two programmes have different application forms, district reference numbers and closing dates. Applicants should therefore make sure they select the correct programme before submitting an application.
The R.169 Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing closes on 31 October 2026, while the R.171 Diploma in Nursing closes on 30 November 2026.
Applications are submitted online, and a non-refundable administration fee of R150 applies to both programmes.
Limpopo College of Nursing 2027 Applications at a Glance
| Programme | Duration | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169) | 1 year | 31 October 2026 |
| Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171) | 3 years | 30 November 2026 |
Study Location: Limpopo College of Nursing, Limpopo Province
Application Method: Online
Administration Fee: R150
Districts: Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe and Waterberg
1. Diploma in Nursing: General R.171
The Diploma in Nursing: General (R.171) is a three-year nursing programme offered under Government Notice R.171.
The 2027 intake is covered by Departmental Circular No. 67 of 2026.
R.171 Programme Details
- Programme: Diploma in Nursing: General
- Regulation: R.171
- Duration: 3 years
- Departmental Circular: No. 67 of 2026
- Department Reference: S5/05/27
- Application Method: Online
- Administration Fee: R150
- Closing Date: 30 November 2026
The programme is available across the five Limpopo districts listed in the application information.
R.171 Application Documents
Applicants should download and complete the official application documentation before submitting their online application.
R.171 Application Form and Rating Scale
Download the R.171 Application Form and Rating Scale
R.171 Revised Prospectus
Download the R.171 Revised Prospectus
RPL Application
Enrolled Nurses employed by the Department who are applying through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) must also complete the applicable RPL form.
Download the Limpopo College of Nursing RPL Application Form
How to Apply for the R.171 Diploma in Nursing
Applicants must use the online application link assigned to their district.
Capricorn District
Reference: LDH/10/006
Apply for R.171 – Capricorn District
Mopani District
Reference: LDH/10/007
Apply for R.171 – Mopani District
Sekhukhune District
Reference: LDH/10/008
Apply for R.171 – Sekhukhune District
Vhembe District
Reference: LDH/10/009
Apply for R.171 – Vhembe District
Waterberg District
Reference: LDH/10/0010
Apply for R.171 – Waterberg District
Applicants should use the application link corresponding to their district and ensure that they complete the correct documentation.
2. Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing R.169
The second option is the Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing (R.169).
This is a one-year programme offered under Government Notice R.169.
The 2027 intake is covered by Departmental Circular No. 66 of 2026.
R.169 Programme Details
- Programme: Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing
- Regulation: R.169
- Duration: 1 year
- Departmental Circular: No. 66 of 2026
- Department Reference: S5/01/27
- Application Method: Online
- Administration Fee: R150
- Closing Date: 31 October 2026
The R.169 programme is separate from the R.171 Diploma in Nursing. Applicants must therefore use the correct application form and district reference number.
R.169 Application Documents
Applicants should download the official application form, rating scale and revised prospectus before completing the online application.
R.169 Application Form and Rating Scale
Download the R.169 Application Form and Rating Scale
R.169 Revised Prospectus
Download the R.169 Revised Prospectus
The application information instructs applicants to complete the required documents and upload them through the relevant district application link.
How to Apply for R.169 Auxiliary Nursing
Capricorn District
Reference: LDH/10/001
Apply for R.169 – Capricorn District
Mopani District
Reference: LDH/10/002
Apply for R.169 – Mopani District
Sekhukhune District
Reference: LDH/10/003
Apply for R.169 – Sekhukhune District
Vhembe District
Reference: LDH/10/004
Apply for R.169 – Vhembe District
Waterberg District
Reference: LDH/10/005
Apply for R.169 – Waterberg District
Important Note About the Application Links
The supplied application URLs contain “2026” in the position name, even though the links are provided for the 2027 academic-year intake.
Applicants should therefore follow the application information and programme documentation supplied for the 2027 intake rather than assuming that the year appearing in the URL means the application is for the 2026 intake.
Documents Required for Limpopo College of Nursing Applications
Applicants for both programmes must prepare the appropriate documents.
The required documents include:
- The relevant application form.
- The relevant rating scale.
- Certified copies of educational qualifications, including the Matric/National Senior Certificate.
- Proof of residence.
- South African Identity Document.
Applicants applying for the R.171 programme through Recognition of Prior Learning may also need to submit the applicable RPL application form.
Applicants should make sure that their documents are complete before submitting their applications.
Limpopo College of Nursing Application Fee
Both the R.169 Auxiliary Nursing and R.171 Diploma in Nursing applications require a non-refundable administration fee of R150.
Applicants should use the banking details contained in the relevant official prospectus.
Proof of payment must be attached to the application as instructed.
Applicants should only use the official payment details provided in the prospectus. Do not pay individuals who claim they can guarantee admission to the nursing college.
Important Closing Dates for 2027 Nursing Applications
The two nursing programmes have different closing dates.
R.169 Auxiliary Nursing
Closing date: 31 October 2026
R.171 Diploma in Nursing
Closing date: 30 November 2026
Applicants should not confuse the two deadlines.
If you are applying for the Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing R.169, the relevant deadline is 31 October 2026. The November deadline applies to the R.171 Diploma in Nursing.
What Happens After Applying?
The Limpopo College of Nursing reserves the right to select or not select applicants.
Correspondence will be limited to selected candidates.
Applicants who have not received feedback by the end of February 2027 should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Applicants should therefore make sure that their contact information is correct when completing the application.
Limpopo College of Nursing 2027 Application Summary
| Detail | R.171 Diploma | R.169 Auxiliary Nursing |
|---|---|---|
| Programme | Diploma in Nursing: General | Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing |
| Regulation | R.171 | R.169 |
| Duration | 3 years | 1 year |
| Circular | No. 67 of 2026 | No. 66 of 2026 |
| Department Reference | S5/05/27 | S5/01/27 |
| Application | Online | Online |
| Administration Fee | R150 | R150 |
| Districts | 5 Limpopo districts | 5 Limpopo districts |
| Closing Date | 30 November 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When do Limpopo College of Nursing applications for 2027 close?
There are two closing dates. The R.169 Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing closes on 31 October 2026, while the R.171 Diploma in Nursing closes on 30 November 2026.
How long is the R.171 nursing programme?
The Diploma in Nursing: General R.171 has a duration of three years.
How long is the R.169 Auxiliary Nursing programme?
The Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing R.169 is a one-year programme.
How much is the nursing application fee?
The administration fee for both programmes is R150 and is non-refundable.
Where can I apply?
Applications are submitted online using the district-specific application links provided for the R.169 or R.171 programme.
Which Limpopo districts are included?
The application information covers Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe and Waterberg.
What documents are required?
Applicants must submit the relevant application form and rating scale, certified educational qualifications, proof of residence and an Identity Document.
Can Enrolled Nurses apply through RPL?
The supplied information states that Enrolled Nurses employed by the Department who are applying for the R.171 programme through Recognition of Prior Learning must also complete the applicable RPL form.
When will applicants receive feedback?
Applicants who have not received feedback by the end of February 2027 should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Who can I contact for enquiries?
For enquiries, applicants can contact the Limpopo College of Nursing Student Affairs Offices on:
015 291 1120
The telephone number should be used during office hours.
Final Thoughts
The Limpopo College of Nursing 2027 intake gives prospective nursing students two training options: the three-year R.171 Diploma in Nursing: General and the one-year R.169 Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing.
The programmes are available across Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe and Waterberg districts.
Applicants should pay particular attention to the different closing dates. The R.169 Auxiliary Nursing programme closes on 31 October 2026, while the R.171 Diploma in Nursing closes on 30 November 2026.
Before applying, download the correct programme documents, complete the appropriate application form and rating scale, prepare the required supporting documents and pay the R150 non-refundable administration fee using the banking details provided in the relevant prospectus.
Most importantly, make sure you use the correct district reference and application link for the programme you want to study.
