Box Hill Institute
Diploma of Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Gain the essential skills and knowledge to work as an enrolled nurse in a variety of healthcare settings with our nursing course. In this rewarding career, enrolled nurses care for patients under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Delivery mode
Box Hill Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
You will complete a minimum of 400 hours of mandatory clinical placement in a range of healthcare settings across metropolitan, regional and rural areas.- 253 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
- 465 Elgar Road, Box Hill
- Jarlo Drive, Lilydale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You must be able to provide below checks prior to the first clinical placement:
- a current clear Working with Children Check
- a current clear National Police Record Check
- an up-to-date immunisation/vaccination record (including flu vaccination)
Provide evidence of meeting at least one of the two English language standards listed below prior to enrolment:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic module minimum overall score of 7 in each sitting
- Occupational English Test (OET) minimum score of B in each component across the two sittings
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic minimum overall score of 65 is achieved in each sitting
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT minimum total score of 94, and a minimum score of 24 for listening, 24 for reading, 27 for writing and 23 for speaking across the 2 sittings
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Enrolled Nurse
An Enrolled Nurse provides care to patients in a range of settings such as hospitals, healthcare facilities and residential care environments. You...
Aged Care Coordinator
An Aged Care Coordinator oversees the care and support of elderly individuals in various settings, such as residential aged care facilities or comm...
Aged Care Nurse
An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients in a hospital, healthcare environment or an aged care facility. You’ll monitor hea...
Community Health Nurse
Community Health Nurses are qualified RNs who have undertaken specialist training in primary health care and community health. They provide nursing...
General Practice Nurse
General Practice Nurses are qualified RNs who work in primary health care rather than hospitals. They are employed by medical centres, aged care fa...
Palliative Care Nurse
A Palliative Care Nurse provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You might work in hospitals, hospices, or patients’ h...
Rehabilitation Nurse
A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist...
School Nurse
A School Nurse provides health care services and advice to patients in a school setting. You might treat students and staff for minor injuries or i...
About Box Hill Institute
Box Hill Institute are registered to deliver professional education across the secondary, vocational education and training (VET) and higher education sectors. They offer a diverse range of courses to students, businesses and community groups.
