TAFE NSW
Diploma of Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Become an enrolled nurse and make a difference to your community in this skills-shortage industry. Launch your career in a range of health care settings including acute, aged care, rehabilitation and mental health under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Delivery mode
TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Poole Street, Albury
- 154-164 Burnet Street, Ballina
- 248 Argent Street, Broken Hill
- Neville Place, Griffith
- Hunter Street, Gunnedah
- See Street, Meadowbank
- 12-44 OConnell St, Kingswood
- 608 Hunter Street, Newcastle West
- 109 March Street, Orange
- 70 Widderson Street Port Macquarie
- Cnr of Darley Road & King Street, Randwick
- 213 Pacific Highway, St Leonards
- Montgomery Crescent, Taree
- Cnr Showground and Green Roads, Castle Hill
- 651-731 Harris Street, Ultimo
- The Horsley Drive, Wetherill Park
- Porter Street, Wyong
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You must demonstrate that you meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's (NMBA) English Language Skills (ELS) registration standard by providing evidence and declaring that English is your primary language or providing a valid ELS test result. Note: You must meet the NMBA English language requirements before you enrol with TAFE NSW.
You must demonstrate that you meet the academic entry requirements by providing evidence that you have completed HSC / Year 12 (or equivalent), or a Certificate III qualification (or above).
You must complete a RU Ready / Basic and Key Skills Builder (BKSB) assessment. This will be arranged through your TAFE NSW campus; details will be provided throughout the application process. You must achieve an English language and math result of Exit Level 3 or above.
Submit an application form. Enquire now to receive your application form.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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...
Community Health Nurse
Community Health Nurses are qualified RNs who have undertaken specialist training in primary health care and community health. They provide nursing...
About TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.
