TAFE Queensland
Diploma of Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take your career in nursing to the next level with this advanced qualification. This course is the essential minimum requirement to register as an enrolled nurse. The health sector is growing in Australia with the Graduate Outcomes Survey reporting four out of five nursing graduates gain employment within three months of graduation.
This course will give you the advanced skills to perform clinical assessments, contribute to nursing care of people with complex needs, administer and monitor medications and IV therapy, research and apply evidence to practice. Our highly-experienced industry professionals will guide you every step of the way to ensure your transition into the health sector is a success.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to seek registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Upon successful registration you may find work as an Enrolled Nurse within a diverse range of healthcare settings.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns
- Corner of Hugh Street and Fulham Road, Pimlico
- 54 Thrush Street, Inala
- Windemere Road, Alexandra Hills
- 50-68 Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- Tallon Street, Caboolture
- Corner Mary and Byrne Streets, Bundamba
- Education City Drive, Springfield
- 118 Walker Street, Bundaberg
- 47-95 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay
- Corner Bunya Highway and Geritz Road, Kingaroy
- 6 Doherty Street, Birtinya
- 91-99 Scarborough Street, Southport
- Timbury Street, Roma
- 200 Dragon Street, Warwick
- 100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba
- 463 Bunya Highway, Dalby
- 9 Zeller Street, Chinchilla
- 66 Galatea Street, Charleville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
$24,680
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$24,680
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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 Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
