This guide covers everything you need to know about the Lilitha College of Nursing 2026 online application, application deadlines, and courses offered across all campuses in the Eastern Cape. Lilitha is one of the leading public nursing colleges in South Africa, fully accredited by the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Every year, it trains thousands of professional nurses who go on to serve in clinics, hospitals, and community health centres across the country.
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Lilitha College of Nursing 2026 Applications Are Now Open
Applications for the 2026 academic year open from 1 July 2025 and close on 29 August 2025, or later in the year if there is still space available. All applications must be submitted using the official Lilitha application form. These are not submitted online but must be delivered physically or by courier to the relevant campus.
There is no online application portal. Forms are available at all campuses or can be requested directly from the main office in East London.
Contact details for each campus are provided below.
Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified immediately.
Courses Offered at Lilitha College of Nursing in 2026
The following accredited nursing programmes will be offered across the Lilitha College of Nursing main and satellite campuses in 2026. These are all new nursing qualifications, aligned with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and approved by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
| Qualification | Campuses Offering the Course |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Nursing (General Nurse) | East London, Mthatha, Lusikisiki, Queenstown, Port Elizabeth |
| Higher Certificate in Nursing | Butterworth, Madwaleni, Nompumelelo, Tafalofefe, Victoria, Nessie Knight, Dr Malizo Mpehle, Dora Ngiza, Midlands, Settlers, All Saints, Glen Grey, Umlamli, St Barnabas, St Lucy’s, Madzikane Ka-Zulu, Andries Vosloo |
| Advanced Diploma in Midwifery | East London, Mthatha, Lusikisiki, St Patrick’s |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing | East London, Mthatha |
Diploma in Nursing (General Nurse)
This 3-year professional qualification will be available at the following main campuses:
- East London
- Mthatha
- Lusikisiki
- Queenstown
- Port Elizabeth
This programme leads to registration as a General Nurse with SANC and is the most comprehensive qualification offered at Lilitha.
Higher Certificate in Nursing (Auxiliary Nurse)
This is a 1-year accredited entry-level qualification offered at various sub-campuses across the province, including:
- Butterworth
- Madwaleni
- Nompumelelo
- Tafalofefe
- Victoria
- Nessie Knight
- Dr Malizo Mpehle
- Dora Ngiza
- Midlands
- Settlers
- All Saints
- Glen Grey
- Umlamli
- St Barnabas
- St Lucy’s
- Madzikane Ka-Zulu
- Andries Vosloo
Graduates from this course are eligible for employment in clinics and hospitals and can later further their studies toward the Diploma in Nursing.
Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
This programme is strictly for qualified nurses and is offered at:
- East London
- Mthatha
- Lusikisiki
- St Patrick’s
It prepares registered nurses for work in maternity and reproductive health care.
Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
Offered at:
- East London
- Mthatha
Only available to professional nurses with prior qualifications, this course focuses on advanced psychiatric and mental health nursing.
Application Requirements at Lilitha College of Nursing 2026
To be considered for the Lilitha College of Nursing 2026 intake, applicants must submit all required documents, fully completed and certified. Your application will not be processed if any of the documents are missing or outdated.
You must have:
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 certificate with English and Life Sciences
- A pass in Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Certified ID copy
- Proof of residence
- Proof of parental income or affidavit (for bursary consideration)
- Medical report confirming you are fit to study nursing
- Police clearance or affidavit confirming no criminal record
Postgraduate applicants must also provide proof of SANC registration and current nursing qualifications.
How to Get the Application Form
Application forms can be collected from any Lilitha campus, or requested from the head office. These forms cannot be submitted online.
Main Contact
Ms N Makinana
Phone: 043 700 9704 / 083 378 0105 / 083 378 0098
Email: noxolo.makinana@echealth.gov.za
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