HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing - International Students
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of an enrolled nurse working under supervision of a registered nurse. This qualification covers the application of skills and knowledge required to provide nursing care for people across the health sector. A lifespan approach should underpin this qualification with relevant competencies that relate to the different stages of life identified within the units.
A graduate from a Diploma of Nursing program approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) can apply for registration with the NMBA as an enrolled nurse. Further information on registration is available at www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au
Entry Requirements
International applicants must be 18 years or older and have:
- Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education
- IELTS Academic (or equivalent) score of 7.0 with no band score less than 7.0
Notes:
1. The IELTS test results can be
- In one test sitting; or
- A maximum of two test sittings within a six-month period only if:
- Applicants achieved a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 in each sitting; and
- Applicants achieved a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 in each component across two test sittings; and
- no band score less than 6.5 (or equivalent).
if the level of English is insufficient, a suitable course can be organised
2. To be eligible to register as an Enrolled Nurse, applicants must provide evidence to the Nurses and Midwifery Board Australia to show that they have achieved an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking which has been achieved in one sitting and is no more than 2 years old. The current English language entry requirements for registration as an Enrolled and Registered Nurse are available at https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/registration-standards/english-language-skills.aspx
Structure
- Face to face on campus training, 9.00am – 4.00pm.
- 3 days per week for 18 months (6 terms at CBD only)
Units
The Diploma of Nursing consists of 25 units, 20 core units and 5 electives.
These 25 units are split into 4 components:
Aged Care
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status |
| HLTENN013 | Implement and monitor care of the older person |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| HLTENN002 | Apply communication skills in nursing practice |
| HLTENN001 | Practise nursing within the Australian health care system |
| HLTENN008 | Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTENN004 | Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans |
| HLTENN003 | Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care |
Sub-Acute
| HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy |
| HLTENN015 | Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting |
| HLTENN012 | Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems |
| HLTENN006 | Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment |
| HLTENN025 | Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| HLTAAP003 | Analyse and respond to client health information |
Mental Health
| HLTENN009 | Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions |
| BSBLDR403 | Lead team effectiveness |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
Acute
| HLTENN011 | Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems |
| HLTENN005 | Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs |
Fees
Tuition Fee for the course is $30000.
Administration (Non-refundable): $300
Confirmation of Enrolment (Non-refundable): $40 for a course longer than 12 months
Textbooks: Approximately $627
Uniform: $26.50 each (Two uniforms are required)
Nursing Kit: $120
Placement
- Students are required to attend a minimum of 400 hours of practical placement throughout the program. Placement is mandatory and is conducted in 5 days a week over 10 college weeks spread throughout the course.
Intakes
Intakes available for this qualification are in January, April, July, and October. For more details, you may call us on 1300 656 669.