Diploma of Nursing - HLT54121

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

110709C

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 19,000 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Diploma of Nursing - HLT54121

About

The Diploma of Nursing has been designed to help you build knowledge and skills in a practical learning environment. Through on-campus simulation laboratories and industry placements, you'll graduate ready to help others.

There continues to be a high demand for enrolled nurses, and job expectations in this field are strong. In this nationally-accredited diploma, you will gain the skills to help provide acute, curative and rehabilitative care under the direction of a registered nurse.

You’ll learn to work with patients of all ages in different environments. There is a focus on aged care, community, acute care and mental health. You’ll also learn how to administer intravenous medications and gain the skills in acute care, which involves medical and surgical nursing skills.

Throughout your study, you can expect to study topics including:

basic anatomy and physiology
wound management
analysing health information
infection control
medications and intravenous administration
caring for patients with acute and chronic conditions
nursing care for diabetes
implementing nursing care plans
evaluating the care provided
researching and applying evidence-based practice.

You’ll benefit from a technology-enhanced learning experience using simulation laboratories, and a new web-based simulation. This combined with a minimum of 400 hours of work placement ensures that you will graduate work-ready.

Why study nursing at RMIT?

Get ready for work

With supervised clinical placements, you’ll reinforce the theory and skills learned in class while gaining experience in a healthcare environment.

Opportunities for further study

You may be able to continue your studies with the Bachelor of Nursing, which will allow you to work as a registered nurse.

Professionally recognised

Graduating with this nationally accredited diploma to register with the National Health Practitioners Regulation Agency AHPRA and work anywhere in Australia.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 50% (see calculator below).

You must be at least 18 years of age by the commencement date of the program.

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

English Program Requirements

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (academic module): Minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
OET: Minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
PTE Academic: Minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking).
TOEFL Internet based test (iBT): Minimum total score of 94 and a minimum score in each section of the test:
- 24 for listening
- 24 for reading
- 27 for writing
- 23 for speaking

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Career

Graduates of the Diploma of Nursing can go on to work in:

acute (hospital) care
medical centres
mental health
rehabilitation
palliative care
aged care settings.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 19,000

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.