Are you eager to create a positive impact in your community? Pursuing the Diploma of Nursing can turn this aspiration into reality. This program equips you with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for various healthcare settings, bringing you closer to the role of an enrolled nurse.

The HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing aligns with the responsibilities of an enrolled nurse who operates under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse. Enrolled nurses play a crucial role in delivering nursing care across the healthcare spectrum and throughout all life stages.

Completion of a Diploma of Nursing program accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an 'approved program of study' is a prerequisite for individuals aspiring to register as an enrolled nurse and practice in Australia. Prospective students can verify an education provider's accreditation status through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) website.

The scope of practice for enrolled nurses is defined by legislative mandates and the policies and procedures of their employing organizations. The HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing may contribute to meeting the registration requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for practicing as an enrolled nurse.

This program spans 18 months and includes a mandatory 400-hour observation of performance in a work context. Consistency in performance across assessments and proficiency across a range of workplace scenarios are imperative for students.

Rest assured, the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing is a nationally recognized accredited course, providing you with a solid foundation for your nursing career.

On Campus - Rockhampton

Duration:

18 months full time

Core

Elective

Mixed Mode

Duration:

18 Months full time

CORE

Elective

RPL

Duration:

RPL only

Core

Elective

Graduates of HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing are eligible for registration as an enrolled nurse and will be eligible to seek employment opportunities across a variety of aged care, community, and acute care settings.

Graduates may be eligible to undertake further study utilising units from HLT54121 as credit towards other qualifications.

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent; or completion of AQF Certificate IV or equivalent. Minimum Age Requirement: Students must be 18 years, prior to attending their fir

Minimum academic IELTS score of 5.5 (with no individual band score of less than 5.0)

TOEFL Internet-based: Overall score of 65 with no score less than 15

Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 46 with no score less than 42

Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Overall test score of 162 (with no individual band score of less than 162).