Ampath Student Medical Technician Programme 2027

 Ampath has opened applications for its 2027 Student Medical Technician Programme, a 24‑month self‑funded training running from January 2027 to December 2028 at laboratories in Gauteng, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu‑Natal. The programme costs R65,000 and applications close on 31 July 2026.

Programme Overview

• Employer: Ampath Laboratories

• Programme: Student Medical Technician (GTS) Programme 2027

• Duration: 24 months (Jan 2027 – Dec 2028)

• Cost: R65,000 (self‑funded, flexible payment options available)

• Closing Date: 31 July 2026

• Training Sites:

  • Gqeberha (Greenacres) – Clinical Pathology

  • East London – Clinical Pathology

  • Sandton (Cedar) – Histopathology

  • Centurion (NRL) – Chemical Pathology & Microbiology

  • Durban (Westridge) – Clinical Pathology

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 pass with 50% or higher in Mathematics, Life Sciences, and English

• Pure Mathematics required (Mathematical Literacy not accepted)

• Ability to attend full‑time (40 hours/week, Monday–Friday) for 24 months

• Ability to cover programme cost (payment arrangements available)

Programme Structure

• Classroom instruction plus supervised laboratory rotations

• Training in Clinical Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Microbiology, or Histopathology

• Practical experience in specimen handling, equipment use, quality control, and lab safety

• Eligibility for HPCSA board examination after 18 months, leading to professional registration

Required Documents

• Copy of South African ID

• Grade 12 certificate or latest results

• Updated CV with contact details

• Any additional documents requested during online application

Application Process

1. Check eligibility (Matric results in Maths, Life Sciences, English).

2. Choose preferred training site and discipline.

3. Apply via the Ampath Wamly portal.

4. Submit all documents before 31 July 2026.

5. Queries: email talent@ampath.co.za.

Why It Matters

• Provides a direct route from Matric to HPCSA registration in just 2 years.

• Offers a scarce healthcare qualification without needing university admission.

• Strong demand for medical technicians across South Africa’s pathology labs.

• Important: Employment at Ampath after training is not guaranteed; graduates must apply for vacancies when available.