Diploma of Nursing
- National Course Code: HLT54115
- TAFE NSW code: HLT54115-01V01-21MBK-009
Location – Meadowbank
Study Type
Full Time
Course Start Date
22 Feb 2021
Study Commitment
23 Hours per week
Duration
18 Months
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
- VET Student Loans Available
Course Details
Make a difference as an enrolled nurse in a skills shortage area, with the nationally accredited Diploma of Nursing. You will train in anatomy and physiology, infection control and medication administration and be ready to work in a range of health care settings including acute, aged care, rehabilitation and mental health.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through theory and work placement, you will learn to:
- Care for a person with complex needs
- Effectively communicate with patients and colleagues
- Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans
- Tend and manage wounds in the clinical environment
- Work within legal and ethical parameters
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the qualities needed to get ahead in this career:
- High levels of professionalism and integrity
- Advanced communication
- Practical problem solving
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will equip you with:
- A nationally recognised Diploma qualification
- Eligibility to apply for NMBA approval and AHPRA registration that enables you to work across Australia as an enrolled nurse
You can go on to support the lives of people in need in:
- Acute nursing
- Aged care nursing
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Mental health nursing
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your career further and become a Registered nurse with further study.
Degree pathway:
- Bachelor of Nursing
INDUSTRY DEMAND
Employment of enrolled nurses in New South Wales is forecast to increase by around 13.5% between now and 2025. Currently, employers are struggling to find enrolled nurses as our ageing population is driving the demand for health care services and professionals.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are 4 steps to apply for entry to this course:
- Submit an application form. Enquire now to receive your application form.
- Complete a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment. To continue to the next stage, you must achieve an English language result of Level 3 or above.
- Attend an interview. At the interview you must provide evidence that you have completed:
- Year 12 of high school or a Certificate III qualification or its equivalent
- In addition to the TAFE NSW LLN requirement above, to register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse, you must meet the NMBA's English language requirements before you enrol with TAFE NSW.
You will need to demonstrate that you meet the NMBAs English language skills registration standard by providing evidence and declaring that English is your primary language or providing a valid ELS test result.
COURSE SUCCESS REQUIREMENTS
During your study, you need to meet specific requirements to complete your course.
For the Diploma of Nursing, you must be at least 18 years old for your first work placement. You also need to provide evidence of your:
- Working with Children Check
- Criminal History Check
- Vaccination and health screenings
- Anything else your work placement provider needs
Your teacher will let you know when this is required.
If your work placement is with NSW Health you will also need to:
- Sign the NSW Health Code of Conduct and any other forms
- Complete mandatory online modules
- Take an occupational assessment and provide your health care worker/student vaccination record
WORK PLACEMENT
During your course, you will undertake a mandatory 440 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer. This meets the minimum 400 hours required by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).
TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you:
- Have interpersonal skills
- Are willing to work rotating shifts in your career as a nurse
Physical ability
You must have a reasonable level of fitness and flexibility to carry out:
- Manual lifting
- First aid responses like performing CPR while kneeling on the floor
Certain aspects of assessment rely on your physical ability to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on adult and infant manikins at floor level, and respond to an emergency where there may be a risk to life.
If you are unable to meet these physical requirements, you will not be able to complete this course.
Note: TAFE NSW will only grant credit for HLTEEN units completed with a provider accredited by the ANMAC, and recognised as an approved program of study by the NMBA in accordance with the Enrolled Nurse Accreditation Standards. Visit ahpra.gov.au/Accreditation/Approved-Programs-of-Study.aspx.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
You need to be a registered practitioner to apply for jobs in the industry. Completion of an NMBA approved Diploma of Nursing program will make you eligible to apply to the NMBA for registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
Visit nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/registration-and-endorsement.aspx.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
The following information provides details of requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia through their accreditation body Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMAC) and is as written on their website.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
(Evidence of the following documents MUST be provided)
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Satisfactory completion of the NSW Higher School Certificate (Year12) or equivalent from another state/territory.
OR
Satisfactory completion of a Certificate III (AQF level 3) qualification or equivalent.
PLUS
Language, Literacy, Numeracy and English language requirements for course entry for all students.
All students are required to demonstrate they are able to meet the required literacy and numeracy requirements of the course prior to gaining entry. This is demonstrated through achieving LLN Level 3 working at Level 4s or above in RU Ready (Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)). The RU Ready assessment will be completed as part of the application process which also includes a written application and interview.
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMAC) representing the Australian Health Practitioners Registering Authority (AHPRA) require students to meet the following English Language requirements.
Meet NSW Health - Criminal Record Check requirements
Sign the NSW Health Code of Conduct & other forms required by NSW Health
Undertake Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Infectious Diseases and provide your Health Care Worker/Student Vaccination Record Card
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
All students of the Diploma of Nursing will need to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). For more information, visit:
http://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-and-Endorsement/Student-Registration.aspx
During 2021, construction of the new Meadowbank Education & Employment Precinct will be undertaken at TAFE NSW Meadowbank. There may be some disruption to students during that time, including noise, dust, vibration and changes to campus parking. TAFE NSW is focussed on minimising any disruption to students, where practicable. Contact us on 131601 for any questions.
To register for an information session, head to tafensw.edu.au/infofest. Students who cannot attend the Information Session please make an online enquiry or contact us on 131 601 for more information about the course!
INFORMATION SESSIONS
To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Every Monday during Term | 10:00am to 11:00am | online (link will be provided after your application enquiry is received) |
These information sessions are held online via Microsoft Teams. Please make sure you have MS Teams intalled on your computer or device prior to joining these sessions. A meeting link will be emailed to you shortly after your application enquiry is received.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a full time blended course. You will need to attend approximately 21 hours of class, over 3 days a week, for 18 months. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 10 hours of other study per week.
You may also be required to complete approximately 7 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including written, online and practical work, independent study, research, practice and assignments.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
If called to interview, applicants will be asked to sign an acknowledgment of their ability to meet the physical and emotional demands of an Enrolled Nurse.
You must declare, during your interview, any health condition(s) (physical or mental), which might prevent you from performing the demands of the job.
If successful you will be required to undertake a criminal record check before placement in health facilities.You are required to undertake a minimum of 400 workplace clinical hours to complete the program. All units of competency and the workplace clinical must be successfully completed to receive the qualification and to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
All students applying for the Diploma of Nursing must sit a skills and English test.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID-19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday ,Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30am to 3:30pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
PAYMENT OPTIONS AND ASSISTANCE
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL). If you meet the VSL eligibility and academic suitability requirements, you are able to apply to the Commonwealth for a loan to cover all or part of your course fee. We will ask you whether you would like to apply for a VET Student Loan when you enrol and advise you of the process.
To complete your VET Student Loan application, you will need to provide:
- Your Tax File Number (TFN). If you dont have a TFN, click here for information on how to apply for one. You can complete your loan application with a Certificate of Application for a TFN, but must provide your TFN as soon as it is issued. If you dont provide your TFN before your first census day, you will need to pay the tuition fees for that unit of study.
- Your Commonwealth Higher Education Student Support Number (CHESSN) ). If you have previously accessed a loan via the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP), either at TAFE or university, you will already have a CHESSN. You must use the same CHESSN whenever you access a student loan. If you dont have CHESSN, we will allocate one on your behalf.
- A copy of your Australian Year 12 Certificate; OR
- A copy of a certificate showing that you have been awarded a qualification at level 4 or above in the Australian Qualifications Framework (where the language of instruction was English). If you previously completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification at TAFE NSW, just let us know where and when you studied in your application; OR
- Display competence at Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy test. We will let you know if this is required once you apply.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Students will be required to have Immunizations prior to their clinical placement. The cost of these will vary for each student depending on their immunization status. An Australian Federal Police check is required. Students must wear a uniform when on work placement.TAFE provides one shirt any extra shirts are at a cost of $20. Students will be required to wear black pants or skirt with covered in black shoes . Textbooks are not compulsory but some may be reccomended. A list of reccommended textbook will be available . These can cost between $50 - $200.
Find out more about VET Student Loans
Direct payment by Unit of Study instalments is available for this course.
The Units of Study and associated fees for this course are detailed above. Fees are charged on the census day for each Unit of Study. To secure a loan for part or all of your course, you must be eligible and submit a valid application to the Commonwealth for a VET Student Loan. You may withdraw prior to the census date without incurring a fee.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
| Code | Name | Start Date | End Date | Census Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21MBK00360 | UOS 1-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 22 Feb 2021 | 21 May 2021 | 06 Apr 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21MBK00363 | UOS 2-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 24 May 2021 | 20 Aug 2021 | 05 Jul 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21MBK00366 | UOS 2-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 23 Aug 2021 | 19 Nov 2021 | 05 Oct 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21MBK00369 | UOS 4-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 22 Nov 2021 | 18 Feb 2022 | 04 Jan 2022 | $829.00 |
| 22MBK00035 | UOS 5-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 21 Feb 2022 | 20 May 2022 | 04 Apr 2022 | $829.00 |
| 22MBK00038 | UOS 6-HLT54115-21MBK-009-SSVSL | 23 May 2022 | 22 Aug 2022 | 04 Jul 2022 | $825.00 |
Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Find out more about Applying and Enrolling
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy |
| HLTENN005 | Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTENN008 | Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice |
| HLTENN001 | Practise nursing within the Australian health care system |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| HLTENN002 | Apply communication skills in nursing practice |
| HLTENN003 | Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care |
| HLTENN004 | Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans |
| HLTAAP003 | Analyse and respond to client health information |
| HLTENN013 | Implement and monitor care of the older person |
| HLTENN006 | Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment |
| HLTENN012 | Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems |
| HLTENN011 | Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems |
| HLTENN009 | Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions |
| HLTENN015 | Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| 14393A | Workplace clinical practice |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| HLTENN010 | Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice |
Enrolled nurses can work in general or specialised health care facilities including acute (hospital), care, medical centres, community, mental health, rural and remote, aged care and palliative care.
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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Meadowbank
See Street,
Meadowbank
Phone
131 601
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