Wodonga TAFE
24 months (includes term breaks)
Become an Enrolled Nurse with this nationally recognised 24-month diploma combining classroom learning, practical skills, and 400 hours of clinical placement. Ideal for compassionate individuals seeking a rewarding healthcare career.
Applicants must be minimum 18 years old at first clinical placement. English language competency is required, demonstrated through primary language pathway or standardised tests (IELTS 7.0, OET B, PTE 65, TOEFL iBT 94). All applicants must complete a 2-hour supervised Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Digital Course Ready Assessment, achieving minimum Exit Level 3 in Reading and Numeracy, and Level 2 (working at Level 3) in Writing. Good physical capability is essential, including ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 10kg, and perform CPR. Mandatory immunisations following NSW and Victoria healthcare worker schedules are required. National Police Records Check and Working with Children's Check are compulsory.
The curriculum covers essential nursing competencies across multiple domains: Professional Practice (personal work priorities, professional reflection, legal and ethical parameters); Communication and Assessment (communication skills, clinical assessment, health information analysis); Clinical Care (wound management, medicine administration, intravenous therapy, care for acute/chronic/mental health conditions, aged care, palliative care); Infection Control and Safety (infection prevention, safe work practices, stress management); Primary Health Care (nursing in community settings, diabetes care); and First Aid certification. Students complete 26 compulsory units including HLTENN035-HLTENN068 covering all aspects of contemporary nursing practice.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) delivering accredited nursing education meeting Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) standards. The institution provides comprehensive support through blended learning combining theory and practice, arranges clinical placements meeting ANMAC requirements, and offers university pathways for further study. Free TAFE funding is available for eligible students, reducing financial barriers to entry into the nursing profession.
Upon successful completion and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, graduates work as Enrolled Nurses in diverse healthcare settings including acute care hospitals, aged-care facilities, adult day-centres, and community health services. Career progression opportunities include further study towards Bachelor of Nursing degrees through TAFE university partnerships, specialisation in areas such as mental health, aged care, or community nursing, and potential advancement to leadership roles. The nursing profession offers stable employment, competitive remuneration, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to patient care and health outcomes.