Bloemfontein Mediclinic Learning Centre- Free State Application 2026
How to Register / Apply:
Mediclinic Learning / Nursing Registration Dates
Please take note of the dates below as no exceptions will be made for late or incomplete applications.
There is only one intake per year for this programme.
*Mediclinic reserves the right to change the date according to positions available.
Diploma in Operating Department Assistance
Intake | 1 |
Registration Opens | 1 June |
Registration Closes | 31 July |
Course commences | January |
Diploma in Emergency Medical Care
Intake | 1 |
Registration Opens | 1 June |
Registration Closes | 31 July |
Course commences | January |
Mediclinic Learning / Nursing Fees And Funding
Registration fee
All qualifying applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of R200. Banking details will only be provided to qualifying applicants.
*Please ensure that your proof of payment is attached to your application.
Funding model
Successful applicants will be employed by Mediclinic (Pty) Ltd, which funds the programme as well as prescribed books for the employees. Learners are responsible for the costs of any recommended books.
Mediclinic does not provide accommodation, transport or meals for any programme.
Mediclinic Learning / Nursing Contact Details:
Central Region Mediclinic Learning Centre- Bloemfontein
2nd Floor,
Quantum Building,
3rd Avenue,
Bloemfontein,
Free State,
9301
Tell: 051 411 4101 / 051 430 2620
Email Address : heorecruitment@mediclinic.co.za
Website: www.mediclinic.co.za
Recognition of Prior Learning minimum requirements
• Grade 12 with an aggregate of 950 marks and above
• Be 25 years and older
• Be registered Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA) with the HPCSA
• Have a minimum of 5 years operational experience
• Be currently employed by an Emergency Medical Services
Requirements for Diploma in Operating Department Assistance:
Grade 12 with admission to higher certificate or equivalent with an average of 50%; Old certificate: D-aggregate (950 marks).
If you are currently in Grade 11, submit your year-end results for Grade 11.
National Senior certificate
• Any science subject – NQF Level 4 with minimum of 40% (e.g. Life Science, physical science and biology)
• Mathematics – NQF Level 4 with minimum of 40% or
• Mathematics Literacy – NQF Level 4 with a minimum of 50%
• English communication skills – NQF Level 4 with minimum of 40%
• South African citizenship
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Visit the NSFAS Website
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