South African Nursing Council

Welcome to the South African Nursing Council Web site.  This site concentrates on the setting and maintaining of nursing education and practice standards.  The information is intended to appeal to a wide audience - from the serious researcher to those who are considering a career in nursing.

Practising nurses will find the site most useful. You will be able to find the latest and most up-to-date information about your profession here.

International visitors are welcome - particularly those who are doing international nursing research and also those who are considering coming to work as nurses in South Africa.

International Nurses Day - 12 May 2010

Message from the Chairperson of the South African Nursing Council

“Delivery Quality, Serving Communities: Nurses Leading Chronic Care”. 

The International Nurses Day celebrates the birth of Florence Nightingale and presents the nurses globally with an opportunity to remember and reflect on the meaning and value of their contribution in the delivery of health care.  2010 is also the International Year of the Nurse celebrating the centennial of the death of Florence Nightingale which challenges all nurses to maintain their commitment beyond the Nurses Day celebrations.

The global drive towards the achievement of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals emphasizes reducing child mortality, improving maternal health and combating HIV/AIDS, malaria and communicable and non communicable diseases. In South Africa it coincides with the national campaign against HIV / AIDS.

The South African Nursing Council celebrates this historical milestone by acknowledging the tireless efforts of all nurses in South Africa, who despite daily pressures and challenges, continue to prioritize the welfare of their patients. The Nursing Council further salutes nurses who have chosen to be part of the national campaign on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and chronic diseases.

Ms JN Makhanya
Chairperson
South African Nursing Council

Latest News from S A Nursing Council:

Annual and Restoration Fees  for 2011

1 July 2010

Annual fees for 2011

The annual fees for the calendar year 2011 can be paid from today.  The amounts for the different categories are set out in the table below.

Notes:

1. The annual fees for 2011 must be paid by 31 December 2010.

2. Please pay as soon as possible to avoid the last minute rush.

3. The above amounts all include 14% VAT.

Restoration fees effective from 1 January 2011

The restoration fees will increase on 1 January 2011.  The amounts for the different categories are set out in the table below.

Notes:

1. The increased fees apply to restorations that are EFFECTIVE from a date after 31 December 2010 - no matter when the fee is paid.  In other words, if you meet all the requirements for restoration after 31 December 2010 OR if you request restoration with effect from a date after 31 December 2010.

2. The reduced restoration fee will only apply if your name was removed from the register at your own request - this must be confirmed with the Council before paying the reduced amount.

3. The above amounts all include 14% VAT.

i AM RESPONSIBLE - World Aids Day implementation

25 March 2010

The Minister of Health today called on retired nurses to become involved in the national HIV Counselling and Testing drive.  Adverts appeared in most major newspapers and the Minister held a press briefing during the morning.

South African Nursing Council fully supports this initiative of the Department of Health and has issued its own press release.  Click here to see a copy of the press release.

Further information can be obtained from the AIDS Helpline on 0800 012 322.

24 March 2010

SA Nursing Council together with the Department of Health and SA National AIDS Council (SANAC) urge nurses and all other health workers to become involved in initiatives aimed at preventing and treating HIV/AIDS.

For more information, click here to go to the SANAC website.

Nurses can submit contact and personal details on-line

1 March 2010

Council is updating its records to include alternative contact details that will enable it to improve its service to clients.  It is also collecting additional personal details required for submitting learner records to the National Learner Records Database.

In an effort to make it as easy as possible for nurses to submit their own details, this can now be done on-line.  Click here to update your information.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this update page so that SANC can collect the required information as soon as possible.

Statistics for the Calendar year 2009 published on website

31 January 2010

Statistics for the calendar year 2009 have been published on the SANC website.  The statistics represent the latest available information regarding the numbers of nurses registered in South Africa.  Requests to include additional statistics of general interest have been considered and a number of new sections will be available within the next few weeks.

Watch out for bogus SANC employees

5 October 2009

It has been brought to SANCs attention that imposters are contacting Nursing Institutions with information that SANC will be conducting surprise inspections in the near future.

In the report we have received, a certain Mr "Khumalo" is passing himself off as "the newly appointed Senior Registrar for SANC in KZN".  It is certain tht this man (who is unknown to SANC) is up to no good.

Please be very careful if you are approached by any (unexpected) person claiming to be a SANC employee.  Do NOT believe any information you receive about "surprise inspections".  Report any suspicious contact of this nature to the Council and to the S A Police.

Usually, the only time that SANC conducts "surprise inspections" is for illegal nursing schools - and the inspection team is accompanied by the local S A Police (because it is a criminal act to operate an illegal nursing school).

It appears from the information that we have received that this person may be intending to collect "fines" if anything is found to be amis.  Be warned, that a SANC employee on inspection will never collect cash or other payments on behalf of the Nursing Council.  If anyone requests any such payment, please refuse to comply with the illegal request.  All payments due to SANC should preferable be paid into the SANC bank account - the details of which can be requested from the SANC offices in Pretoria (see the Contact SANC link at the top of this page).

If you have any queries in this regard, please contact SANC for clarity or confirmation of suspicious activities or occurences.  We will be pleased to assist you in this matter.

Press Release - Council meets with Critical Strategic Partners regarding developments in the Nursing Profession

28 August 2009

The South African Nursing Council, Democratic Nursing Organization of S A, the National Department of Health and the Council for Higher Education met today as critical strategic partners to lay the ground for engaging on matters relating to the developments in the nursing profession

From this meeting, it became clear that there is a need for continuous engagement between these partners on matters including education and practice.

The various interest groups in the nursing sector will be kept informed through a series of meetings and communiqués.

J N MAKHANYA
CHAIRPERSON
SOUTH AFRICAN NURSING COUNCIL

What you will find on the Council website

The following is a brief outline of what you will find on this website.

About SANC tells you all about the Nursing Council - the Vision, Mission and Objectives of the Council, the members that make up the Council, the various committees of Council and the members that serve on each, etc.

Complaints deals with the process of investigating matters which have been reported to the Nursing Council and which may constitute "unprofessional conduct". You can find out how to lodge a complaint (if you have one) and the process which will follow the receipt of your complaint.  If you find yourself in the unfortunate position of having a complaint against you, this information will help you to understand the whole process - including your own rights.

Examinations deals with those examinations which are conducted by the Nursing Council .  If you are a  candidate who is planning to write or who has written a Council examination, you will obviously be interested in this information.

eRegister is a link to the Nursing Council electronic register where you can confirm the qualifications of registered practitioners.

News is where you will find all the latest decisions of the Nursing Council , new policies, proposed policies and discussion documents on which the Council would like your comments. You should visit these pages if you want to keep informed and to be involved in shaping the future of nursing in South Africa.

Nursing Schools contains a full list of all the nursing schools approved by the Nursing Council and their addresses (arranged by province) so that you can find one near by OR in a place where you would like to study.

Policies contains some of the Nursing Council policies and guidelines that are published for general information.

Publications contains the full texts of official publications which are available from the Nursing Council.  These include the Nursing Act, regulations, teaching guides and teaching policies of the Council. Although you are welcome to print and use copies of these documents, it is recommended that you refer to them on-line as you will then be sure to obtain the very latest information.

Services gives details of the services provided by the Nursing Council and how much each costs.  You can also download various official forms from these pages - this will ensure that you always use the current version of the form.  This is also the correct place for you to find out about the various options available for paying annual fees.

Statistics is for the inquisitive and the researcher.  Ever wanted to know how many nurses qualify each year?  This is where you will find all the information you need.

Tenders is where suppliers or prospective suppliers can find out about current tenders and download tender forms and information.

Promotion of Access to Information Act - Manual

Click on the information icon to access an electronic copy (PDF) of the South African Nursing Council Promotion of Access to Information Act Manual.  This manual will help you to access information that you believe is held by the Nursing Council and that is needed by you to protect your rights.

This Web site is continually being developed.  The "under construction" icon shown here is displayed on some pages to alert users that information is still being prepared for a particular link.  Our sincere apologies - we will try to add relevant information as soon as possible. If you do find any problems such as hyperlinks which don't work.  Please assist us by sending us details of the problem.  We appreciate your feedback.

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