HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
This popular course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills you need to register as an enrolled nurse or create a pathway to university. Our experienced team of trainers will teach you about anatomy and physiology, communication skills, medical terminology, infection control, legal and ethical issues associated with…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This popular course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills you need to register as an enrolled nurse or create a pathway to university.
Our experienced team of trainers will teach you about anatomy and physiology, communication skills, medical terminology, infection control, legal and ethical issues associated with nursing, nursing patients with complex needs, administering medications, and nursing patients with mental health needs. Our partnerships with Barwon Health, St John of God Hospital, and other healthcare providers also provide excellent work placement and employment opportunities.
This course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Upon completing your studies, you will be eligible to register as an enrolled nurse with the NMBA.
Work placement/industry experience
400 hours of work placement is required in this course, organised by The Gordon. You will complete 11 weeks of full-time placement, in 2-3 full-week blocks with a combination of both morning and afternoon shifts rostered. Placement may occur during semester break. You must obtain a current police check and a Working with Children Check prior to commencing your placement. The uniform is a Gordon shirt; blue pants and flat non-slip shoes should be worn. Please note that you may be required to travel outside of your usual training location to attend placement. This may include other regional areas or suburbs of Melbourne. Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the student. All applicants for this course must meet current health industry vaccination requirements prior to undertaking placement which is a requirement for completion of this course. Students are required to provide evidence of full vaccination status, including booster dose, as part of their placement documentation which is provided to placement facilities. Students that cannot provide valid evidence will not be able to complete placement and therefore unable to complete this course.
How often do I attend?
Classes are scheduled Monday – Friday | 3 days per week (changing each semester) | between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm.
Students can expect to be on campus on average 20 hours per week. Semester breaks will be scheduled into the timetable.
Possible career outcomes
Enrolled nurse in a variety of settings
Pathways to higher education
Further study options
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Deakin University
Bachelor of Nutrition Science at Deakin University
Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion at Deakin University
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at Deakin University
REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
Police and Working with Children check prior to placement
Computer skills
Up to date immunisation/vaccination record
Year 11 General Maths
English:
1. Declare English is their primary language – accepted countries Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America.
2. IELTS (academic module). We only accept test results:
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 in each sitting, and
you achieve a minimum score of 7 in each component across the two sittings, and
no score in any component of the test is below 6.5
3. OET: C
4. TOEFL iBT. We will only accept test results:
from one test sitting, or
a maximum of two test sittings in a six month period only if:
a minimum total score of 94 is achieved in each sitting, and you achieve a minimum score of 24 for listening, 24 for reading, 27 for writing and 23 for speaking across the two sittings, and
no score in any of the sections is below:
20 for listening
19 for reading
24 for writing, and
20 for speaking
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Established in 1887, The Gordon is one of Australia’s largest regional TAFE institutes- located in Geelong, the second largest city in Victoria. Study options offered cover subject areas including Health Services; Engineering & Metal Trades; Early Childhood Education; Electrical; Building & Construction and Animal Studies. The Gordon offers credit transfers and guaranteed entry pathways to Deakin University. It works closely with many employers in the region to provide work experience and networking opportunities for its students. The Gordon graduates enjoy a higher employment rate than the regional average.
