Swinburne University
18 months
The Diploma of Nursing prepares students for careers as enrolled nurses through 18 months of comprehensive training combining classroom learning with 440 hours of supervised clinical placements. Ideal for those seeking hands-on healthcare experience and professional nursing credentials.
Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of placement and have completed VCE with minimum English score of 20 (or 25 in EAL) plus satisfactory Maths Units 1-2, or ACSF Level 3+ in literacy and numeracy. Mandatory documentation includes NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check, and Working with Children Check. Up-to-date immunisations are required including COVID-19, measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, varicella, hepatitis B, influenza, and tuberculosis screening.
Phase 1 focuses on foundational knowledge including basic anatomy and physiology, patient assessment skills, infection control, safe work practices, and communication in nursing. Phase 2 expands knowledge to include wound management, medication and intravenous administration, mental health conditions, acute health conditions, palliative care, and professional practice reflection. Phase 3 concentrates on specific care, disease processes including diabetes and chronic conditions, acute health management, and primary healthcare settings. Core units cover topics such as confirming physical health status, responding to client health information, applying legal and ethical parameters, implementing nursing care plans, and caring for older persons. Elective units include first aid, medical terminology, evidence-based practice, and workplace stress management.
Swinburne University is an approved Education Provider by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), ensuring the Diploma meets national standards for enrolled nurse registration. With 91.5% graduate employment or further study rates and 87.1% student satisfaction, Swinburne demonstrates strong outcomes. The university sources all clinical placements for students and provides comprehensive support through simulated hospital environments and experienced registered nurse guidance.
Graduates are eligible for registration as enrolled nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and can pursue diverse nursing careers including acute care, mental health, rehabilitation, aged care, palliative care, and general practice nursing. Many graduates progress to further education, including Bachelor of Nursing degrees, advancing to registered nurse positions with expanded responsibilities and career opportunities in various healthcare settings.
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