Diploma of Nursing
- National Course Code: HLT54115
- TAFE NSW code: HLT54115-01V01-21NEP-110
Location – Nepean, Kingswood
Study Type
Full Time
Course Start Date
08 Feb 2021
Study Commitment
25.4 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). Evidence of the following documents MUST be provided:
Satisfactory completion of the NSW Higher School Certificate (Year12) or equivalent from another state/territory or Certificate III (AQF level 3) qualification or equivalent.
PLUS:
a) Written evidence that you have completed five years (full time equivalent) of education in English at Secondary, Vocational or Tertiary level in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America OR
b) One of the following English language achievements: International English Language Testing System (IELTS); Occupational English Test (OET); PTE Academic; TOEFL iBT. The requirmed scores will be explained in more detail in the Information. Alternatively for more information visit https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- To demonstrate theoretical knowledge and practical skills, attendance of a minimum 400hrs of clinical placement in a health facility, to achieve competency in all assessments - both theoretical, practical and simulation, meet the ANMAC Enrolled Nurse Standards
Clinical placement requirements:
Students must be a minimum of 18 yrs of age at the time of their first clinical placement.
Prior to the first clinical placement, all students must provide endorsed copies of the following documents to their course coordinator: - A valid working with Children Check
- A valid National Police Record Check
- Evidence they have met NSW Health immunisation requirements as per the Ministry of Health guidelines for Nursing students
Work placement is coordinated by TAFE NSW staff who liaise with health /residential facilities to place students in appropriate ward areas
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.
Online information session.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|
Wednesday, 28 October 2020 | 10am to 11am | Register interest to receive Microsoft Teams link @ nursing.nepean@tafensw.edu.au
Wednesday, 28 October 2020 | 5.30pm to 6.30pm | Register interest toreceive Microsoft Teams link @ nursing.nepean@tafensw.edu.au
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a Full Time course. You will need to attend approximately 17.3 hours of class, over 3 days a week, for 18 months. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 8.1 hours of other study per week.
You may also be required to complete approximately 7.1 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including sssessment preparation, clinical skills preparation, moodle, medsafe
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who are:
- HSC graduates
- Certificate III graduates with a keen interest in nursing.
- Those wanting to pursue a career in Nursing/Health
- Experience in a healthcare related setting
- International students
- Existing workers
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
TAFE NSW provides the following services to ensure a supported and successful learning environment for all students:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Student Support and Services
- Accessibility and Disability Services
- Personal Counselling
- Vocational Counselling
- Learning Support
- International Student Support
- Scholarships
- Multicultural Support
Detailed current information on these Support Services are made available to staff and students at TAFE NSW Student Services. Additionally, every student is supported by a dedicated Student Services team at each campus location.
The following additional support is provided for this Student Group: Face-to-face consultations, access to class teachers via email or phone
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 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9am 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
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
TAFE uniform shirt for clinical placement. Closed shoes for simulation lab/work placement. Navy pants /skirt for clinical placement, vaccination costs, CRC
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21NEP00565 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS1 | 08 Feb 2021 | 02 Apr 2021 | 01 Mar 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21NEP00570 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS2 | 19 Apr 2021 | 11 Jun 2021 | 03 May 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21NEP00573 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS3 | 12 Jul 2021 | 17 Sep 2021 | 02 Aug 2021 | $829.00 |
| 21NEP00576 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS4 | 05 Oct 2021 | 03 Dec 2021 | 01 Nov 2021 | $829.00 |
| 22NEP00025 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS5 | 31 Jan 2022 | 08 Apr 2022 | 07 Mar 2022 | $829.00 |
| 22NEP00126 | Diploma of Nursing-UOS6 | 04 Apr 2022 | 18 May 2022 | 02 May 2022 | $825.00 |
APPLY NOW:
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.
A Unique Student Identifier is required prior to enrolment. To apply for your USI visit www.usi.gov.au if you cannot remember your USI or if you have forgotten you have one, please visit the USI Website for assistance in retrieving your USI.
For further information or assistance, call 131 870.
If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 870 for full details.
Find out more about Applying and Enrolling
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status |
| HLTAAP003 | Analyse and respond to client health information |
| HLTENN001 | Practise nursing within the Australian health care system |
| 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 |
| HLTENN005 | Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs |
| HLTENN006 | Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment |
| HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy |
| HLTENN008 | Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice |
| HLTENN009 | Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions |
| HLTENN011 | Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems |
| HLTENN012 | Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems |
| HLTENN013 | Implement and monitor care of the older person |
| HLTENN015 | Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| 14393A | Workplace clinical practice |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTENN010 | Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice |
| HLTENN025 | Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
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.
Course Location
Nepean, Kingswood
Great Western Highway,
Kingswood
Phone
131 601
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