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South African Nursing CouncilWelcome 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.
Latest News from S A Nursing Council:International Nurses' Day 2012
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Dates of Council MeetingsDuring 2012, the Council will meet on the following dates:
Meetings take place in the Council offices in Pretoria and commence at 09:00. |
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Nursing Strategy for South Africa 2008
The development of a nursing strategy was a priority identified in the National Human Resources for Health Plan published in 2006. The Strategy was developed by leaders drawn from many different fields in the nursing and health sectors and is governments plan for addressing the many challenges facing nursing in South Africa. The document is published on the Nursing Council website at the request of the Department of Health in an attemp to distribute the information it contains as widely as possible amongst the nursing profession and others involved in the health care sector. Please download a copy of the strategy document and share it with your friends and colleagues. To do so, click on the following link:
Alternatively, you can download a copy of the strategy document from the Department of Health website at: |
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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.
Presentations contains some of the Nursing Council presentations delivered at various events. Delegates may find this useful material to supplement the knowlege gained during the event.
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.
Supply Chain is where suppliers or prospective suppliers can download the form used to apply for registration as a supplier on the Supplier Database. You can also find out about current tenders and download tender forms and information.
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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.
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