Skills Training Australia
Diploma of Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)During your 18-24 month study program, Specialist Nursing practitioners will closely guide you through 4 key learning components (25 study units) of engaging and innovative practical classroom activities. Together with 400 hours of professional clinical placement (Acute/Sub Acute, Aged Care, Mental Health) - our student associates are then prepared for registration as Enrolled Nurses with the Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You will develop an appreciation for evidence-based nursing practice and will strengthen your clinical decision-making and reflective skills and caring behaviours. STA Diploma of Nursing graduates not only achieve a qualification, but develop skills that are both highly transferable, and in demand - across Australia and globally.>
Delivery mode
Skills Training Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- 459 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Enrolled Nurse
An Enrolled Nurse provides care to patients in a range of settings such as hospitals, healthcare facilities and residential care environments. You...
Aged Care Nurse
An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients in a hospital, healthcare environment or an aged care facility. You’ll monitor hea...
Mental Health Nurse
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...
Rehabilitation Nurse
A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist...
Midwife
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...
About Skills Training Australia
Since 1999, Skills Training Australia has been providing dedicated diploma courses for those across Melbourne. As a Registered Training Organisation, our services across health, nursing and ageing support have made us a leading institution throughout the region.
