Diploma of Nursing

Welcome to the Diploma of Nursing, a special course that will teach you important skills to become a nurse. This course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

In this course, you will learn how to be a nurse in just 18 months. You will study in a great place with good teachers, helpful staff, and modern labs, libraries, and classrooms. You can also learn online and get support anytime you need it.

The Diploma of Nursing will teach you how to help patients and give them medicine. You will learn about different health conditions like diabetes and mental health. You will also learn how to communicate well, do research, and be a leader.

By completing this course, you will become an Enrolled Nurse. This means you can work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The course follows all the rules and standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Our teachers and staff are here to help you succeed. They will support you throughout your learning journey. You can choose to study in person or online, whichever works best for you.

Join us on this exciting journey to become a nurse. Enroll in the Diploma of Nursing course today and start making a difference in people's lives through caring and helping them.

To be eligible for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Education:
   - Successful completion of Year 12 or
   - Pathway through a Certificate IV level qualification from the HLT (Health) or CHC (Community Services) training package.

2. Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Test:
   - Successful completion of the LLN test, demonstrating competence at exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) for both reading and numeracy.

3. English Language Skills:
   - Attainment of the English language skills specified by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
   - Achievement of the required minimum scores in one of the following English language tests:
     - IELTS: A minimum score of 7 in each component.
     - OET (Occupational English Test): A minimum score of B in each component.
     - PTE (Pearson Test of English): A minimum score of 65 in each component.
     - TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): A minimum score of 94 overall, with specific scores of 24 for listening, 24 for reading, 27 for writing, and 23 for speaking.

Upon successful registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), graduates of the program can pursue employment opportunities in a range of healthcare facilities. Some potential work settings include:

1. Hospitals: Graduates may find employment in public or private hospitals, working in different departments such as medical, surgical, emergency, or specialized units.

2. Day Respite Centres: These centers provide care and support to individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or older adults who require daytime supervision and activities.

3. Rehabilitation Centres: Graduates can work in rehabilitation facilities that focus on providing specialized care and therapy to individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions.

4. Residential Group Homes: These homes offer accommodation and support services to individuals with disabilities, providing a safe and inclusive living environment.

5. Medical Centres: Graduates may join medical clinics or primary care centers, assisting doctors and healthcare professionals in delivering patient care, conducting assessments, and administering treatments.

6. Training Resource Centres: Some organizations provide training and educational resources for healthcare professionals. Graduates can contribute to these centers by facilitating training sessions or developing educational materials.

7. Open Employment Services: These services assist individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment opportunities. Graduates can work as employment support workers or job coaches to support clients in their vocational goals.

8. Other Community Settings and Clients' Homes: Graduates may have the opportunity to provide home-based care and support services, working directly with clients in their own homes or in community-based settings.

These employment opportunities allow graduates to apply their skills and knowledge in diverse healthcare settings, contributing to the well-being and care of patients and clients.

The Diploma of Nursing qualification requires the completion of 25 units, including 20 core units and 5 elective units. The units are typically organized into three semesters. Here is an overview of the units:

Semester 1:
- Work with diverse people
- Practise nursing within the Australian healthcare system
- Confirm physical health status
- Apply communication skills in nursing practice
- Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care
- Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice
- Implement and monitor care of the older person
- Provide end of life care and a palliative approach in nursing practice
- 120 hours of Professional Experience Placement (PEP) in an aged-care setting

Semester 2:
- Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment
- Analyse and respond to client health information
- Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
- Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health conditions
- Contribute to nursing care of a person with diabetes
- Develop personal work priorities
- 120 hours of PEP in a sub-acute care setting

Semester 3:
- Lead team effectiveness
- Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health conditions
- Apply nursing practice in the primary healthcare setting
- Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- Research and apply evidence to practice
- Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care
- Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions
- Administer and coordinate Telehealth services
- 160 hours of PEP in an acute care setting

These units cover a wide range of nursing skills and knowledge, including cultural competence, assessment and planning of care, medication administration, wound management, mental health care, and leadership in nursing. The Professional Experience Placements provide practical experience in different healthcare settings, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.