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    Diploma of Nursing at Castle Hill

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    Diploma of Nursing

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    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 6 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    Next intake

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

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    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    20 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.

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    This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 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.

    • You will undertake a mandatory 400 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer. TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement with a suitable industry employer.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • Scrub Top at an estimated cost of $45

    • Black Pants and Closed-in Shoes at an estimated cost of $100

    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.

    • Work with diverse peopleCHCDIV001

    • Reflect on and improve own professional practiceCHCPRP003

    • Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safetyCHCDIV002

    • Apply communication skills in nursing practiceHLTENN036

    • ... 5

    Course deliveryStudying on Campus

    Learn in person, on a TAFE NSW campus. Depending on your course, your classroom could include purpose-built spaces like art studios, mechanical workshops, laboratories or bakeries. When you study on campus, you will receive a timetable of when you need to be on campus to attend.

    Castle Hill

    TAFE NSW The Hills - Castle Hill is in the beautiful Hills District of north-western Sydney The multi-million dollar facilities offer a broad range of services that cater to the needs of approximately 4,500 students, focusing on business and financial services, hospitality, general education, community services, health, nursing, carpentry, building and retail.

    Campus address

    2 Green Rd, Castle Hill 2154

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Hills Showground Station is 1700 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.

    • Library service

    • Simulated health and nursing clinic rooms and training facility

    • Student lounge and quiet zone

    • Student reflection room

    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.

    • Mon9 am - 5 pm
    • Tue9 am - 5 pm
    • Wed9 am - 5 pm
    • Thu9 am - 5 pm
    • Fri9 am - 5 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed