HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing

Entry Requirements

Year 12 or equivalent; OR
An Australian Certificate III in Individual Support or disability work; OR
For students wanting to apply as a mature age entry, be 21 years of age or older

Provide evidence of meeting at least one of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)

IELTS score of 7.0 minimum (Academic) or above, with no skills band less than 7.0

Course Details

The Diploma of Nursing will prepare you for a career as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) in the Australian healthcare environment. You will learn vital skills in assessment, clinical decision-making, person-centred care, professional communication, enquiry and research, awareness of diversity and self-care practices.

This course incorporates training in clinical simulation labs and 400 hours of clinical placements. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to gain competence in delivering care in multiple healthcare industry and community settings.

Learning outcomes

Integrity in the pursuit of knowledge - Employability through industry recognised learning
A reflexive, globally focused curriculum
Access to a global network of facilities and connections
Proactive engagement with industry globally
Collaboration, teamwork and partnership
Learning flexibility at every point
Inter-cultural understanding and respect
Intellectual and personal welfare of all staff and students

Career opportunities

Upon successful completion of the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing, you will be eligible to apply for registration with Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.

Career paths

Acute care;
Emergency services;
Operating theatres;
Day Surgery Centres;
Chronic care;
Palliative care;
Aged care;
Pediatrics;
Rehabilitation services;
Community health;
Primary health including Aboriginal Medical Centres, General Practices and Specialist Practices;
Mental health;
Psychiatric, forensic and correctional health;
Refugee health;
Rural and Regional health services;
Health Promotion;
and Digital health.

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