Diploma of Nursing
Course details
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of an enrolled nurse working under supervision of a registered nurse. The delivery of the Diploma of Nursing is designed to focus on nursing as a profession and as such will offer a holistic and person-centred care approach to nursing. The program is designed to focus on nursing as part of a contextualised, integrated and coordinated multidisciplinary approach to contemporary health care. It is therefore designed in explicit recognition of the emerging nature of health care delivery and will cover four areas in the health industry: Aged Care, Mental Health, Acute Care and Community/Specialist Care. This is in light of the impact of rapidly changing medical and information technologies and consumer demands. A patient centred care approach should underpin this qualification with relevant competencies that relate to the different stages of life identified within the units.
Careers
This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to apply to become an Enrolled Nurse.
Pathways
Graduates may choose to continue their studies in programs such as Bachelor of Nursing.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years old prior to course commencement. Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review, including a literacy and numeracy assessment and 500 word essay under supervision to determine suitability of the course. Applicants will be required to attend an interview with Nursing Department as part of the application process. Applicants must be willing to provide a Working with Children Check, a current clear Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and proof of up-to-date immunisation status prior to practical placement, if requested by the employer as part of the Practical Placement Agreement. Applicants are also required to have access to a computer/laptop for class and home and the internet at home. If English is not the applicant's primary language (as defined by APHRA), English Language results to the specified level as defined by NMBA, e.g. IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL must be provided.
Units & Assessment
Core Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | 25 | $0.00 |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | 120 | $0.00 |
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status | 90 | $0.00 |
| HLTAAP003 | Analyse and respond to client health information | 60 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN035 | Practise nursing within the Australian health care system | 75 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN036 | Apply communication skills in nursing practice | 50 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN037 | Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care | 50 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN038 | Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care | 110 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN039 | Apply principles of wound management | 60 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN040 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 275 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN041 | Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice | 30 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN042 | Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions | 60 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN043 | Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health conditions | 150 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN044 | Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health conditions | 60 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN045 | Implement and monitor care of the older person | 75 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN047 | Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting | 80 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN068 | Provide end of life care and a palliative approach in nursing practice | 70 | $0.00 |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | 35 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | 25 | $0.00 |
Elective Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 60 | $0.00 |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice | 65 | $0.00 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $0.00 |
| HLTENN057 | Contribute to the nursing care of a person with diabetes | 80 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 25 | $0.00 |
Your particular units of study will be determined from the core and elective units required for this qualification.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
Course Fees
| 2026 | |
| Self-Funded | $17,721 |
Free TAFE for Priority Courses is a Victorian Government program that covers your tuition fees to study in selected courses at TAFE, if you're eligible. Eligibility criteria apply. Free TAFE on selected courses only. Other fees and charges may apply. See www.freetafe.vic.gov.au.
Concession for Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses applies only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Course Intakes
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2026 March | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Classroom, Diploma Full Year, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00AM - 3:30PM, INTAKE CLOSED |
