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Diploma of Nursing

Course Code HLT54121

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Duration
  • Full Time
  • 18 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
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Campus
  • Bourke St Melbourne
  • Moorabbin

This course is not available for International Students

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Overview

The Diploma of Nursing (DN) prepares you for a rewarding career as an enrolled nurse, meeting the requirements for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). This evidence-based course focuses on holistic and client-centred care, equipping you with essential nursing knowledge and skills. You'll gain hands-on experience to develop your competency in nursing practices and build confidence in your theoretical understanding, ensuring you’re ready for a successful career in healthcare.

Career Opportunities

  • Graduates of the Diploma of Nursing can pursue careers in various settings, including acute hospitals, sub-acute care, mental health, aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings.

Pathway to further studies

  • BNURS20 Bachelor of Nursing - You will be eligible to enter the Bachelor of Nursing program at Holmesglen with one (1) year of advanced standing.

Studying the Diploma of Nursing at Holmesglen

You will learn in our Simulated Hospital Environment and Immersive Learning Centre at both our Moorabbin and Bourke St Campuses.<p>Our industry-current, qualified Nurse teachers/staff will support you through the course. You will learn through a combination of on-campus theory, simulation activities in a nursing environment, and supported clinical placements in a variety of clinical settings. <p>The range of clinical placements reflects the diverse opportunities for employment for enrolled nurses in the health workforce, which includes aged care, rehabilitation, community, sub-acute, and acute settings.<p>Holmesglen will register all students with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).<p>For information on healthcare workers and students living with blood-borne viruses and performing exposure-prone procedures at risk of exposure to blood-borne viruses, please refer to the<a href= "https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/content/dam/holmesglen/pdf/courses/bachelor/cdna-national-guidelines-healthcare-workers.pdf"> Australian national guidelines (PDF 895KB)</a>.

Entry Requirements

Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the course commencement.<p>All applicants must sit a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) test. This test will be administered via Holmesglen. You must achieve a minimum exit level three (3), working at level four (4) in numeracy and literacy.<p>Applicants may be required to attend an interview.<p><strong>Diploma of Nursing English Language Requirements.</strong> <br>The Diploma of Nursing has entry criteria set by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council. All students entering this course must demonstrate they have achieved the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) specified level of English language skills, prior to commencing the course. <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/content/dam/holmesglen/pdf/diploma/diploma-of-nursing/Diploma-of-Nursing-Entry-Requirements.pdf">Download the English language requirements here (PDF - 60kb) </a>.<p>You will be required to demonstrate that you are able to practice safely and professionally within the enrolled nurse defined scope of practice<p>Students will be registered by Holmesglen with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
<strong>Inherent requirements of the Diploma of Nursing</strong><br>The inherent requirements are the abilities, knowledge and skills needed to complete the course that must be met by all students. <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/content/dam/holmesglen/pdf/courses/bachelor/Inherent-requirements-for-Nursing-courses.pdf">Download the inherent requirements here.(PDF - 361kb)</a>.<p><strong>Clinical placement requirements</strong><br>Prior to the first clinical placement, all students must:<br>• hold a valid Working With Children Check<br>• hold a valid National Police Record Check<br>• Hold a valid NDIS worker screening check<br>• meet the following immunisation requirements.<br>• Measles/Mumps/Rubella<br>• Hepatitis A<br>• Hepatitis B<br>• Tuberculous<br>• Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis<br>• Polio<br>• Influenza<br>• Varicella<p><strong>COVID-19 Immunisations</strong><br>• Prior to the commencement of the course students must be fully vaccinated, including having had their booster shot (third vaccination) to attend clinical placements.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

Classes are scheduled Monday to Friday 4 days per week, each semester.<br>Classes are scheduled between 8am and 8pm<br>All Students can expect to be on campus for a minimum of 24 hours per week.<br>Semester breaks are scheduled into the timetable.<p>The Diploma of Nursing course includes clinical placement, which is arranged for you during the semester or during semester breaks. All students must be available during these periods.<p>To receive this qualification, you must complete a total of 25 units, consisting of 20 core units and 5 elective units. All chosen electives must contribute to valid, industry-supported vocational outcomes.
Unit code Unit name
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTENN047 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTENN043 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health conditions
HLTENN035 Practise nursing within the Australian health care system
HLTENN037 Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care
HLTENN068 Provide end of life care and a palliative approach in nursing practice
HLTENN040 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN036 Apply communication skills in nursing practice
HLTENN042 Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions
HLTENN038 Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTENN039 Apply principles of wound management
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information
HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status
HLTENN041 Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice
HLTENN044 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health conditions
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTENN045 Implement and monitor care of the older person
Unit code Unit name
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
HLTENN057 Contribute to the nursing care of a person with diabetes
BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing.

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Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $36,156
Government subsidised $17,150
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Materials fee $1,060
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

• Nursing student uniform is 'Scrubs' - Navy Blue Colour - approx $110 <br>• Reading materials – approximately $ 1060.00 <br>• Strong, non slip Sturdy Black Shoes - covering entire foot approx $150 <br>• Stethoscope $79.95 - $99 Watch with second hand $15 - $50 <br>• Protective eyewear $5 - $25. Identification badge $20 - $30 <br>• National Police Check approx $50 yearly (using Fit To Work). <br>• Working with Children's Check approx $130.00 <br>• NDIS workers screening check - approx $130.00 <br>• Various Australian Immunisations approx $500 dependent on previous vaccinations and GP billing <br> <br>Rural clinical placement costs <br>- dependent on type of accommodation and length of clinical placement. <br> <br>Note: Students can apply to Holmesglen Institute (Student Well Being) for Grants to assist with costs of rural accommodation during clinical placements.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. <a href="https://holmesglen.edu.au/study-with-us/scholarships-and-financial-aid/vet-student-loans">Read more about VET Student Loans</a>.

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