HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing

Think Colleges

The Diploma of Nursing will prepare you for a career as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) in the Australian healthcare environment. You will learn vital skills in assessment, clinical decision-making, person-centred care, professional communication, enquiry and research, awareness of diversity and self-care practices.

This course incorporates training in clinical simulation labs and 400 hours of clinical placements. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to gain competence in delivering care in multiple healthcare industry and community settings.

Taking enrolments for Brisbane Campus Trimester 12024.

Learning outcomes

Integrity in the pursuit of knowledge - Employability through industry recognised learning

A reflexive, globally focused curriculum

Access to a global network of facilities and connections

Proactive engagement with industry globally

Collaboration, teamwork and partnership

Learning flexibility at every point

Inter-cultural understanding and respect

Intellectual and personal welfare of all staff and students

This course has a requirement of 400 hours of work placement.

Career opportunities

Upon successful completion of the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing, you will be eligible to apply for registration with Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.

Career paths

• Acute care;
• Emergency services;
• Operating theatres;
• Day Surgery Centres;
• Chronic care;
• Palliative care;
• Aged care;
• Pediatrics;
• Rehabilitation services;
• Community health;
• Primary health including Aboriginal Medical Centres, General Practices and Specialist Practices;
• Mental health;
• Psychiatric, forensic and correctional health;
• Refugee health;
• Rural and Regional health services;
• Health Promotion;
• and Digital health.