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HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing

Make an impact in your community!

Launch a successful and in-demand nursing career in Australia.

IHNA considers you as a Domestic student if you are:

The standard rule for “domestic” is any visa that does not have any condition to live, study, and work in Australia.

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Start Dates

Sep 02, 2024,
Nov 04, 2024

Mode of Delivery

Blended and On-Campus

Amount of Training

1580 Hours

AQF level

5

Course Fee

$27,000
$0 for Funding Eligible Candidates
*Subject to funding approval

Location

Perth CBD

Course Duration

18 Months
(3 Semester)

Key Highlights

  • *Funding-eligible students have to attend on-campus session, and full-fee students have the option to attend both on-campus or online (Blended) sessions.
  • Diploma of Nursing will be FREE at IHNA. The course fee is 100 percent subsidised by the WA State Government. (*Subject to funding approval)
  • 400 hours of professional placement arranged by IHNA.
  • Approved by ASQA and ANMAC. Successful completion of the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) prepares you for registration with the NMBA as an Enrolled nurse.
  • Monthly and fortnightly payment options.
  • Simulation based training and OSCA training session at campus.
  • 24*7 student support assistance and 8*6 educator support.
  • Articulation pathways to Bachelor of Nursing.
  • Eligible students can get credit transfers.

On completion of the HLT54121 - Diploma of Nursing course, you can apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for registration as an Enrolled Nurse(EN), to practice in Australia.

Course Overview

The HLT54121 - Diploma of Nursing course gives students the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work as an Enrolled nurse in a variety of health care settings. You will gain hands-on learning experience in IHNA’s simulated laboratories and reinforce your practical learning in a clinical environment through Professional experience placements (PEP). You will be able to work in acute care, chronic care, aged care, rehabilitation and mental health and other settings under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Ranking

100,000 estimated shortage of nurses by 2025 Source: Health Workforce Australia (HWA).

$61,778 per year, the average salary of an enrolled nurse in Australia (Source: autalent.com) , estimated shortage of nurses by 2025 Source: Health Workforce Australia.

Why Diploma of Nursing from IHNA?

  • Industry practical placements | work in the field

  • Government funding available for eligible students
    (*Subject to funding approval)

  • Simulation exercises that provide hands-on knowledge

  • Blended mode of delivery | both online and on-campus

  • Qualified and industry experienced educators

  • State-of-the-art facilities

Entry Requirements

18 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course.

If below mature age: Successful completion of the Australian Year 12 course or equivalent or pathway through Certificate IV level qualification from Health (HLT) or Community Services (CHC) training package; 
If mature age: Educational Qualifications: Mature age students may be considered for admission based on their previous educational qualifications, which may include high school diplomas, vocational certificates, or other relevant certifications. OR
Work Experience: We value the skills and knowledge acquired through work experience. Mature age students are encouraged to provide details of their professional background, highlighting relevant achievements and skills acquired. 

Successful completion of the language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test and demonstration of competence level as exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both reading and numeracy*

** Evidence refers to a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test result from an Australian Government approved provider (for example, LLN Robot) at exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy. Australian students who have successfully completed an Australian Grade 12 certificate with an English subject and students who have undertaken a formal English language skills test (for example, the International Language Testing System) that meets program entry criteria referred to in criterion 6.1a, ENAS 2017 need only undertake the numeracy component of the LLN test.

Must meet any one of the below English skills entry requirements before the commencement of the course:

  • Has completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom, or the United States of America, including at least two years between years 7 and 12
  • Has successfully completed at least five (5) years (full-time equivalent)continuous education taught and assessed solely in English, in are recognised country. These 5 years must include the current Diploma of Nursing. The Board will only accept the successful completion of five (5) years (full-time equivalent) continuous education that is a combination of: a) vocational and secondary education taught and assessed in English; or b) tertiary and vocational education taught and assessed in English; or c) combined tertiary, secondary and vocational education taught and assessed in English; or d) tertiary education taught and assessed in English. The last period of education must have been completed no more than five years prior to applying for registration. 
  • Successful completion of an English proficiency test any one as mentioned below:
    • IELTS – with 7 for each band and 7 overall (Academic).
    • PTE – with 65 each band and 65 overall
    • OET – with B each band and B overall

Acceptable English Test Result

The above results can be from one test sitting, or a maximum of two test sittings in a six-month period only if:

  • you achieve a minimum overall score of 7 or equivalent in each sitting, and
  • you achieve a minimum score of 7 equivalent in each component across the two sittings, and
  • no score in any component of the test is below 6.5 and equivalent.

Extract of NMBA:

https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx

Awards Received by IHNA

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  • award 9

Where will this take you?

Upon successful registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), graduates may gain employment in various healthcare facilities, which may include:

  • Medical Centers

  • Training resource centres

  • Open employment services

  • Other community settings and clients’ homes

  • Hospitals- private and government

  • Day respite centres

  • Rehabilitation centres

  • Residential group homes

Funding

Diploma of Nursing will be FREE at IHNA. The course fee is 100 percent subsidised by the WA State Government.

The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as Student service and resource fees

Start Dates

Sep 02, 2024,
Nov 04, 2024

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Amount of Training

1580 Hours

AQF level

5

Course Fee

$30,000

Medium of Instruction

English

Campus

Perth CBD

Course Duration

18 Months
(3 Semester)

CRICOS Code

108323F

Key Highlights

  • 400 hours of professional placement arranged by IHNA.
  • Eligible students can get credit transfers.
  • 2.5 days on-campus mode delivery.
  • Simulation based training and OSCA training session at campus.
  • Monthly and fortnightly payment options.
  • 24*7 student support assistance and 8*6 educator support.
  • Approved by ASQA and ANMAC. Successful completion of the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) prepares you for registration with the NMBA as an Enrolled nurse.
  • Articulation pathways to Bachelor of Nursing.

On completion of the HLT54121 - Diploma of Nursing course, you can apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for registration as an Enrolled Nurse(EN), to practice in Australia.

Course Overview

The HLT54121 - Diploma of Nursing course gives students the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work as an Enrolled nurse in a variety of health care settings. You will gain hands-on learning experience in IHNA’s simulated laboratories and reinforce your practical learning in a clinical environment through work experience placements (WEP). You will be able to work in acute care, chronic care, aged care, rehabilitation and mental health and other settings under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Ranking

100,000 estimated shortage of nurses by 2025 Source: Health Workforce Australia (HWA).

$61,778 per year, the average salary of an enrolled nurse in Australia (Source: autalent.com) , estimated shortage of nurses by 2025 Source: Health Workforce Australia.

Why Diploma of Nursing from IHNA?

  • Industry practical placements | work in the field

  • Simulation exercises that provide hands-on knowledge

  • Face-to-face of delivery

  • Qualified and industry experienced educators

  • State-of-the-art facilities

  • 24*7 Student support assistance

Entry Requirements

18 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course.

Successful completion of the Australian Year 12 course or equivalent or pathway through Certificate IV level qualification from Health (HLT) or Community Services (CHC) training package.

Successful completion of the language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test and demonstration of competence level as exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both reading and numeracy*

** Evidence refers to a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test result from an Australian Government approved provider (for example, LLN Robot) at exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy. Australian students who have successfully completed an Australian Grade 12 certificate with an English subject and students who have undertaken a formal English language skills test (for example, the International Language Testing System) that meets program entry criteria referred to in criterion 6.1a, ENAS 2017 need only undertake the numeracy component of the LLN test.

Must meet any one of the below English skills entry requirements before the commencement of the course:

  • Has completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom, or the United States of America, including at least two years between years 7 and 12
  • Has successfully completed at least five (5) years (full-time equivalent)continuous education taught and assessed solely in English, in are recognised country. These 5 years must include the current Diploma of Nursing. The Board will only accept the successful completion of five (5) years (full-time equivalent) continuous education that is a combination of: a) vocational and secondary education taught and assessed in English; or b) tertiary and vocational education taught and assessed in English; or c) combined tertiary, secondary and vocational education taught and assessed in English; or d) tertiary education taught and assessed in English. The last period of education must have been completed no more than five years prior to applying for registration. 
  • Successful completion of an English proficiency test any one as mentioned below:
    • IELTS – with 7 for each band and 7 overall (Academic).
    • PTE – with 65 each band and 65 overall
    • OET – with B each band and B overall

Acceptable English Test Result

The above results can be from one test sitting, or a maximum of two test sittings in a six-month period only if:

  • you achieve a minimum overall score of 7 or equivalent in each sitting, and
  • you achieve a minimum score of 7 equivalent in each component across the two sittings, and
  • no score in any component of the test is below 6.5 and equivalent.

Extract of NMBA:

https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx

Awards Received by IHNA

  • award 0
  • award 1
  • award 2
  • award 3
  • award 4
  • award 5
  • award 6
  • award 7
  • award 8
  • award 9
.

Where will this take you?

Upon successful registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), graduates may gain employment in various healthcare facilities, which may include:

  • Medical Centers

  • Training resource centres

  • Open employment services

  • Other community settings and clients’ homes

  • Hospitals- private and government

  • Day respite centres

  • Rehabilitation centres

  • Residential group homes