Diploma of Nursing HLT54121
This course prepares you to work in a variety of health settings, including hospitals, aged care, primary health and mental health. Upon successful completion of this qualification, you may apply to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to be considered for registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
Campus Information
CIT Bruce
CIT Bruce is located in the northern suburbs of Canberra, close to the University of Canberra and the nation's premier sporting centre, the Australian Institute of Sport. It is home to CIT's award-winning Sustainability Hub and is set in the peaceful surrounding of native bushland. But don't be deceived - major shopping centres, entertainment venues and cafes are only a stone's throw away.
Intakes
- Feb
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
This program prepares you to work in a variety of health settings, including mental health, aged care, and hospitals. On completion of this qualification, you may apply to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to be considered for registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
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There are no entry requirements for this qualification as per the training package requirements for HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing. However, for students to enrol into the Diploma of Nursing program they must meet the following CIT entry requirements:
- Have completed Year 12 (within the last 10 years at an accredited or tertiary level) with at least a C grade average in English and Maths or successfully completed the LLN test (ACSF level 4).
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a current clear Working with Vulnerable People Card
- Have a current clear Australian Federal Police Check - Code 08 - Hospital Employment
- Have an up-to-date immunisation/vaccination record
- Have basic computer skills
- A letter from their General Practitioner stating fitness to undertake nursing duties
- A current First Aid Certificate
- Evidence of current Influenza and Covid vaccine - all required vaccinations
- Course Code: 094478F
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
248350 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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