One of the best investments you will ever make for further education and training is at Robin Trust Nursing College. We can ensure that you will benefit fully from this investment.

Robin Trust Nursing College (PTY) Ltd has been accredited with the nursing council for both Enrolled Nurse and Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary training.

You will receive quality training which will equip you to apply what you have learned in the outside world, giving you a head start in the increasingly competitive workplace.
You will meet new friends, who will motivate you whilst learning in an environment which also strives to meet your social needs.
The qualification that students will obtain and the skills that they will develop prepares them for the future which is filled with many new challenges and exciting opportunities.

The College is governed by the relevant statutory bodies and the policies of Robin Trust. The teaching methods utilized are outcomes-based and consist of theory and clinical training.
The theoretical training is one of “facilitation of learning” allowing learners to move towards self-directed learning and critical thinking. Most teaching strategies are at a participative level.

The planned clinical placements at various private and government institutions
enables students to optimize the clinical experience(s) that will ultimately shape their clinical skills that enables competent practitioners.
Integration of theory and practice is enforced and the students have sustained exposure to dedicated educators and mentors ensuring progressive assessments and constructive feedback systems.

ACCREDITATION & REGISTRATION
Robin Trust Nursing College (PTY) Ltd is accredited with the Department of Education as a Private Further Education and Training College (FET). We are also accredited with the Health & Welfare Sector of Education & Training Authority (HWSETA No HW592POA400031) for short courses.
The nursing programme is accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
A student may qualify for prior learning credits depending on previous studies and appropriate experience in accordance with the regulations as stipulated by the SANC & HWSETA.

CONTRACTS
On acceptance as a student to the Robin Trust Nursing College (PTY) Ltd, students enter into a mutual contract with the College which describes the responsibility and accountability of both parties.

LEARNER SUPPORT
Robin Trust Nursing College (PTY) Ltd offers in-house counseling - a structured programme of academic support and provides students with appropriate socialization. Representatives on the Student Representative Body are elected during each intake of new students. The responsibility of the Student Representative Body is stipulated in our constitution.

RESOURCES
Students have full use of our resource room & library. Our fully-trained tutors ensure the best possible results through facilitation of outcomes-based learning and utilization of relevant resources.
Mentors are available for all learners during the practical component of the course.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Tuition fees for training programmes are market related and considered competitive in the education and training industry.

A computerized student database is maintained to manage both accounts and (for the) SAQA national database.
Fee increases for any programme (offered) are payable irrespective of the date the applicant was accepted for a programme. Learners already attending a programme will not be affected by the increase. There is no remuneration for students whilst attending the course. This does not apply to learnerships approved through HWSETA where an income applies.

PROGRAMMES OFFERED

Home Based Care
Our 3-month Home Based Care programme forms the backbone of the Organization’s empowerment philosophy.
This programme is for the person who is interested in people and caring for them – whether it be a family member or in the community. It is considered as a stepping stone for career advancement to Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary and Enrolled Nurse.
This course offers excellent groundwork for the nursing courses or as an exit point for Nursing Agency work.

Course details
Module 1 (month one) covers the theoretical aspects of the course.
Module 2 & 3 (month 2 & 3) are for working and learning how to care for patients in various local placement centres. Learners are exposed to day & night shift work.

The programme (15 credits) is offered at our Pinelands, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth offices.

Enrolled Nurse Auxilary (ENA – R2176)
The 1 year ENA programme is prescribed by the SANC. This course will equip the students with the necessary skills and knowledge for the provision of safe basic nursing care. On successful completion of the course, students may work as an ENA in an hospital, clinic or private home or students may be consider further study to become an Enrolled Nurse (EN).

Enrolled Nurse (EN – R2175)
This 1 year nursing programme is offered to candidates who have successfully completed the 1-year ENA programme (Recognition of Prior Learning).
On successful completion of the course, you may work as an EN in any hospital, clinic or private home or students may consider study to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN).

Both nursing courses are offered at our Pinelands, Cape Town office.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Home Based Care: Grade 9 certificate
Academic criteria, selection interview & test competency

Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary: Grade 10 certificate
Academic criteria, selection interview & test competency

Enrolled Nurse: Current ENA receipt (issued by the SANC)
Grade 12 certificate
Academic criteria, selection interview & test competency

English is the language of instruction at Robin Trust Nursing College (PTY) Ltd.

Graduation
Our annual graduation is open to families and friends of the students. The ceremony culminates in recognition of the learner’s achievement as well as a fitting commencement to their nursing career.

Annual graduation ceremony.