Class details
Schedule Pace and number of hours.
Full Time
Delivery Method of course delivery.
On campus
Duration
Course duration Time required to complete this course.
1 year
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
23rd Aug 2022
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
1st Mar 2024
Time Commitment
Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
24 hours
Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
20 hours
Fee details
Course fees are released each semester.
We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments: quizzes, short answer questions, case studies, written tasks, research projects
Practical assessments: manual handling, medication administration, wound care and activities of daily living
Workplace assessments: written tasks, reflective journals, verbal or written questioning, practical demonstrations, workplace portfolio
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
Work placement will be conducted in facilities that have a current student placement agreement with TAFE NSW.
A different work placement will follow each block of learning in various health facilities where TAFE NSW has a student placement agreement, and the facility has been deemed suitable for placement.
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 400 hours professional experience placement
Before commencement of professional experience in NSW Health facilities or other facilities, students will be required to:
• Meet NSW Health's criminal record check and working with children check requirements.
• Sign the NSW Health code of conduct form and any other forms, as required by NSW health.
• Undertake occupational assessment, screening, and vaccination against infectious diseases and provide their health care worker/student vaccination record card.
• Complete mandatory online modules as required by facilities.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
There are no materials needed for this qualification.
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
There are no additional requirements for this qualification.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Nursing qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 25 units of competency, including 20 core and 5 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Apply communication skills in nursing practiceHLTENN036
Provide end of life care and a palliative approach in nursing practiceHLTENN068
Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing careHLTENN037
Practise nursing within the Australian health care systemHLTENN035
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Course deliveryStudying on Campus
Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.
Bathurst
Located on Panorama Avenue, TAFE NSW Bathurst has a wide range of practical courses available that are aimed at training and placing students into suitable positions in the local workforce. Courses include bricklaying, children's services, communication, media, design, digital media, fitness, human resources management, refrigeration, air conditioning, hair, beauty and welfare courses. TAFE NSW Bathurst also offers library services, counselling, online study help, disability support, Aboriginal support, study pathways and career advice.
Campus address
Panorama Avenue Bathurst 2795
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Bathurst Station is 2800 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Computer labs
Conference rooms
Library
Various specialist classrooms
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au