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Diploma of Nursing at St Leonards

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Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Full Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a 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 and study time The average amount of time each week you’ll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.

21 hours per week

Fee details

Subsidised Fee This is the subsidised fee for NSW residents that are eligible for any subsidies, this may not include additional materials or uniforms needed for this course.

$4,970

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

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

Proposed timetable What 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 information Other 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.

  • To be enrolled in this course offering, you need to be able to meet the following work placement requirements:

    • If successful you will be required to undertake a National Criminal Record Check before placement in health facilities.
    • You are required to undertake a minimum of 400 workplace clinical hours to complete the program. Clinical placements will be undertaken at Royal North Shore, Hornsby, Ryde or Macquarie Hospital. 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.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • The loan cap for this course is $0,000. This means the maximum amount you can borrow for each Unit of Study is $0,000, and you will need to directly pay the remaining $0,000 for each Unit of Study.

  • ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

  • You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:

    • You will be required to have Immunisations prior to your clinical placement. The cost of these will vary, depending on your immunisation status
    • An Australian Federal Police check is required
    • You must wear a uniform when on work placement. TAFE provides one shirt, any extra shirts are an additional cost.
    • You will be required to wear black pants or skirt with covered in black shoes (student to provide).
    • A list of recommended textbook will be available. These can cost between $50 - $200.

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.

Units Units 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 people CHCDIV001

  • Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety CHCDIV002

  • Reflect on and improve own professional practice CHCPRP003

  • Confirm physical health status HLTAAP002

  • ... 5

Course delivery Studying 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.

St Leonards

Located on the Pacific Highway within walking distance of St Leonards station, TAFE NSW St Leonards neighbours the Royal North Shore hospital and Fox Sports studios. While also featuring some fantastic views of Sydney harbour and the CBD, TAFE NSW St Leonards is an innovative campus that provides students with cutting edge tools, equipment and facilities to fully prepare you for real-world job opportunities.

Campus address

213 Pacific Highway St Leonards 2065

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

St Leonards Station is 1300 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.

  • Film and television training studios

  • Hair, Beauty and Make-Up Academy

  • Three centres of excellence: Digital Media, Health and Information Technology

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.

  • Mon 8:30 AM - 6 PM
  • Tue 8:30 AM - 6 PM
  • Wed 8:30 AM - 6 PM
  • Thu 8:30 AM - 6 PM
  • Fri 8:30 AM - 6 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed