SuniTAFE

HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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.

Delivery mode

SuniTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Locations
  • 453 Benetook Ave, Mildura
  • 64 Sea Lake-Swan Hill Rd, Swan Hill

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants must be able to provide a Working with Children Check as part of their application and are responsible for all costs associated. Applicants must be able to provide a current clear Police Check as part of their application and are responsible for all costs associated. Applicants must be willing to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to undertaking practical placement and are responsible for all costs associated. Applicants must be willing to provide proof of their up-to-date immunisation status including Covid-19 to employers to undertake practical placement, if requested. Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $16,951 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with SuniTAFE.
Study mode On Campus / Online
Duration 2 Years
Estimated fee* $16,951 $0

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...

Avg yearly income $71,656
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $74,880
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $79,560
Entry barriers Low

Community Health Nurse

Community Health Nurses are qualified RNs who have undertaken specialist training in primary health care and community health. They provide nursing...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,980
Entry barriers Low

About SuniTAFE

Established in 1980, SuniTAFE was the brainchild of a number of local educators, who recognised that access to post-secondary education was integral to the needs of the growing Sunraysia community and regional industry.

Operating since 1996
Legal name Sunraysia Institute of TAFE
RTO code 4693