Become an enrolled nurse with the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum standard for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia — and is completed online with 4-week residential blocks. You’ll also require 400 hours of practical work placement to graduate. Key study streams include: understanding the Australian health system, performing clinical assessments, wound management, caring for the elderly, palliative care, diabetes knowledge, first aid, and emergency response. Enquire now for the full list of units, batch intake dates, and arranging work placements.
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Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements for the Diploma of Nursing vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
The Diploma of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
An Enrolled Nurse provides care to patients in a range of settings such as hospitals, healthcare facilities and residential care environments. You...
An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients in a hospital, healthcare environment or an aged care facility. You’ll monitor hea...
A Mental Health Nurse provides care to patients dealing with mental health issues. You might work in a hospital, in a community care environment or...
A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist...
A Midwife is a nurse with special training in treating pregnant women and babies. You might support women during their pregnancy and assist in the...
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