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Diploma of Nursing Care (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing)/Bachelor Nursing Science

  • Study a diploma and degree in four years
  • Combine vocational training with university education
  • Expand qualifications and career opportunities

Program summary

Program title: Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled / Division 2 Nursing) / Bachelor of Nursing Science
QTAC code: SBIT: 155808 (PGF) or 155826 (FEE); SCIT: 511808
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: Not applicable
Duration: 4 years full-time (minimum)
Commence: Semester 1 only (USC)
Study mode: on campus
Other requirements: Minimum age 17 years on or before 31 January 2012
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288 units (normally 24 courses) being 192 (normally 16 courses) completed at the University of the Sunshine Coast and 96 units advanced standing (equal to 8 courses) upon completion of the Diploma at Southbank Institute of TAFE (SBIT) or Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE (SCIT)
CRICOS code: SBIT: 056696M (TAFE). Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa. Note: SCIT option not available to international students on a Student Visa.

In this dual qualification you first complete the Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled / Division 2) at TAFE Queensland (SBIT campus in Brisbane or SCIT campus on the Sunshine Coast) and then complete the degree at USC.

This diploma focuses on the foundation nursing philosophy of caring and is presented in four broad study areas: dimensions of health care; foundations of nursing; assistance with human needs; and promoting integrated care / nursing. Areas covered include: working with culturally diverse people; workplace health and safety; medications; emergency actions; aged care; mental health; legal and ethical issues; and the Australian health care system. In the final TAFE semester you can take electives from a range of health care areas. The bachelor component provides education to qualify for registration as a nurse in Queensland. Refer to the Bachelor of Nursing Science for more information.

Career opportunities

Refer to the Bachelor of Nursing Science.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Graduates may also become members of the Royal College of Nursing Australia.

Registration

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has a number of registration standards—graduates must demonstrate that they meet these standards to be eligible for registration. For example, graduates must demonstrate English language skills at IELTS level 7, with 7 in all subtests, or equivalent before being considered for professional registration.

For full details of the AHPRA Registration Standards, visit the Nursing and Midwifery Board website.

Teaching mode

There are different teaching modes between the SBIT and SCIT diploma modules and the University's Bachelor of Nursing Science courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance based assessment. The University's Bachelor of Nursing Science courses involve three or four hours of contact per course per week, generally in the mode of a one-hour lecture and two-hour tutorial. Students complete a further six or seven hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.

Please note new students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their TAFE diploma.

Enquiries

Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
Tel: +61 7 3244 5000
Email: southbank.tafe@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to www.southbank.edu.au

Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE (SCIT)
Tel: +61 7 5457 1000
Email: sct.information@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to www.sunshinecoast.tafe.qld.gov.au

University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
  • Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice

Program structure

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete all courses as listed below.
  • Present your completed Diploma of Nursing Care to enable 8 courses (96 units) of transfer credits to be applied to your academic record.

In order to commence clinical practice you must:

  • Hold a valid Suitability Card (Blue Card), throughout the duration of your program, which is issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian (CCYPCG). You should allow 12 weeks for CCYPCG to issue the card. Note: students who do not possess a valid Blue Card will be unable to complete the clinical practice component of their program and will be unable to meet graduation requirements.
  • Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority).
  • Show evidence of complete Hepatitis B vaccination (3 inoculations over a period of six months).
  • Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate from an organisation recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council.
  • Travel to attend clinical placements.
  • Have a level of computer literacy, including word processing and email.
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan. 
Introductory course

1 required course
NUR131

Advanced courses

13 required courses
HLT221 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
HLT301 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
NUR202 Planning and Environmental Law
NUR211 Microbiology
NUR212 Health Promotion Assessment and Planning
NUR222 Medical Microbiology
NUR231 Food Safety Laws and Regulations
NUR241 Environmental Health Risk Management
NUR272 Integrated Environmental Management
NUR300 Professional Practice: Legal Frameworks and Issues
NUR311 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
NUR331 Participation and Conflict Resolution
NUR341 Environmental Health Practicum

Plus select 1 elective course from: 
NUR312 Environmental Health Practicum
NUR322 Communication and Thought
OR another course with the approval of the Program Leader

Study Plan

This Diploma of Nursing Care (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing)/Bachelor of Nursing Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.

Year 1
  • Eight (8) required courses
Required courses (8)
CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
HLT221 Clinical Placement
NUR211 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation
NUR231 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
NUR241 Biomechanics II
NUR131 Performance Enhancement
NUR202
NUR222
NUR331
Year 2
  • Six (6) required courses
  • One (1) elective course:
    Elective course should be studied in Semester 2
Required courses (6)
CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
HLT301 Communication and Thought
NUR272 Cell Biology
NUR311 Chemistry
NUR341 Science Research Methods
NUR212 Human Physiology
NUR300 Environment and Health
Elective course (1)

Plus select 1 elective course from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
NUR312 Public Health Foundations
NUR322 Biodiversity and Ecology

OR another course with the approval of the Program Leader

 

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