TasTAFE
104 weeks (standard) / 80 weeks (intensive)
Become a qualified Enrolled Nurse through this accredited diploma combining classroom learning, simulation training, and 400+ hours of real-world healthcare placement. Ideal for healthcare-focused individuals seeking a rewarding career with strong employment prospects in Australia's growing health sector.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old at enrolment. Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (bksb) assessment achieving Exit Level 3, Working Level 4 in Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both language and numeracy. Provide evidence of a National Police Check (Option one, Schedule one, Child Related Health). Demonstrate English language proficiency meeting NMBA standards through either a TasTAFE Statutory Declaration (if primary language is English and education completed in recognised country) or formal English language test results. Participate in a course conversation. All evidence must be certified by a Commissioner of Declaration.
The Diploma of Nursing covers core nursing competencies including: Work with diverse people and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety; Reflect on and improve own professional practice; Confirm physical health status and analyse client health information; Practice nursing within the Australian healthcare system; Apply communication skills in nursing practice; Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care; Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care; Apply principles of wound management; Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy; Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice; Implement and monitor care for people with mental health conditions, acute health conditions, chronic health conditions, and older people; Apply nursing practice in primary health care settings; Provide end of life care and palliative approach; Apply infection prevention and control; Follow safe work practices for direct client care. Elective units include medical terminology, person-centred services for people with disability, First Aid, diabetes nursing care, and personal stress management.
TasTAFE is an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 60142, CRICOS 03041M) with highly experienced teaching teams of industry professionals. The institution maintains accreditation with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and delivers the nationally approved Diploma of Nursing program meeting NMBA Enrolled Nurse standards for practice. TasTAFE provides comprehensive student support services, flexible study options across multiple campuses, and strong connections to healthcare facilities for quality work placement experiences.
Successful completion qualifies graduates to seek registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse. Graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities across healthcare settings including hospitals, aged care facilities, community health services, mental health facilities, and primary healthcare centres. The health sector offers strong employment outcomes and continued growth opportunities. Enrolled Nurses work alongside Registered Nurses and healthcare teams, providing direct patient care, clinical support, and contributing to patient wellbeing across acute, chronic, mental health, and aged care environments.
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