Study one of the great caring professions and embark on a rewarding career as a Division 2 Nurse. You could find work in a variety of fields from public or private hospitals to private nursing or community health care facilities.

You will gain hands-on learning experience in our ward simulation labs as well as clinical experience through course placements.

Those who successfully complete this course may apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled / Division 2 Nursing) Transition Program

Upgrade from the Certificate IV in Nursing, earlier Enrolled Nursing, or hospital based qualifications to the Diploma of Nursing by enrolling into the Diploma of Nursing Transition Program at Victoria University.

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled / Division 2 Nursing) Transition Program

• Location:
  Industry and St Albans
• College:
  College of Health and Biomedicine
• Duration:
  1.5 years
• Intake:
  February and July
• Course code:
  HLT51607
• CRICOS:
  072451K
• Fees:
  A$7270 per semester.

  Additional resources may need to be purchased in order to successfully complete this course. This includes Books, nursing pack and uniform. (A$800)

• This information is for international students.
  Click here to see information for Australian residents

How to apply

Our graduates find work in non-traditional areas such as:

• emergency
• maternal and child health
• community nursing

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

This course aligns with the strategic functional and operational commitments of the University and is classified as a government priority due to the national shortage of nurses and the changing skill mix of nurses in Australia. The diploma will incorporate broader knowledge and skills of the health care industry, thus preparing a more able and flexible division 2 nurse. It is designed to build on competencies within the basic qualification and allow graduates to pursue higher learning at degree level if they so desire. The health industry is experiencing a chronic shortage of nurses at all levels. As a consequence the increased use of division 2 nurses in non-traditional settings (acute, community and emergency areas) is part of the Health Services Department strategic planning. In order to meet this commitment to industry, division 2 nurses must increase their breadth of knowledge and skill.

To qualify for the Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing) students must successfully complete a minimum of 21 core units and 5 elective units in accordance with the package rules specified in the HLT07 Training Package.

The transition to Diploma course of study provides opportunity for currently registered enrolled nurses with a lower qualification to graduate with a Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing). Recognition of Prior Learning and experience is considered when developing an individual program for each applicant.

• Confirm Physical Health Status

  Unit code

  HLTAP401B

• Analyse Health Information

  Unit code

  HLTAP501B

• Work in the Nursing Profession

  Unit code

  HLTEN401B

• Apply Effective Communication Skills in Nursing Practice

  Unit code

  HLTEN502B

• Contribute to Client Assessment and Developing Nursing Care Plans

  Unit code

  HLTEN503B

• Implement and Evaluate a Plan of Nursing Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN504B

• Contribute to the Complex Nursing Care of Clients

  Unit code

  HLTEN505B

• Apply Principles of Wound Management in the Clinical Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN506B

• Administer and Monitor Medications in the Work Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN507B

• Apply Reflective Practice, Critical Thinking and Analysis in Health

  Unit code

  HLTEN508B

• Apply Legal and Ethical Parameters to Nursing Practice

  Unit code

  HLTEN509B

• Implement and Monitor Nursing Care for Consumers With Mental Health Conditions

  Unit code

  HLTEN510B

• Implement and Monitor Nursing Care for Clients With Acute Health Problems

  Unit code

  HLTEN512B

• Implement and Monitor Nursing Care for Clients With Chronic Health Problems

  Unit code

  HLTEN513B

• Implement and Monitor Nursing Care for Older Clients

  Unit code

  HLTEN515B

• Apply Understanding of the Australian Health Care System

  Unit code

  HLTEN516B

• Apply First Aid

  Unit code

  HLTFA301C

• Work Effectively With Culturally Diverse Clients and Co-Workers

  Unit code

  HLTHIR403C

• Work Effectively With Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

  Unit code

  HLTHIR404D

• Comply With Infection Control Policies and Procedures

  Unit code

  HLTIN301C

• Contribute to OHS Processes

  Unit code

  HLTOHS300B

• Administer and Monitor Intravenous Medication in the Nursing Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN519B

• Provide Nursing Care for Clients Requiring Palliative Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN511B

• Apply Research Skills Within a Contemporary Health Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN514B

• Maintain an Effective Work Environment

  Unit code

  CHCORG405D

• Contribute to the Care of Mothers and Babies

  Unit code

  HLTEN520B

• Practise in the Domiciliary Health Care Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN608B

• Provide Sexual and Reproductive Health Care for Clients

  Unit code

  HLTEN603B

• Apply Principles of Diabetic Nursing Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN611B

• Practise in the Perioperative Nursing Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN612B

• Practise in Contemporary Rural / Remote Health Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN618B

• Apply Advanced First Aid

  Unit code

  HLTFA402C

• Maintain Workplace OHS Processes

  Unit code

  HLTOHS401A

• Implement and Monitor Infection Control Policy and Procedures

  Unit code

  HLTIN403C

• Provide Mentoring Support to Colleagues

  Unit code

  CHCORG627B

• Plan, Organise and Deliver Group Based Learning

  Unit code

  TAEDEL401A

• Plan, Organise and Facilitate Learning in the Workplace

  Unit code

  TAEDEL402A

• Orientation to Disability Work

  Unit code

  CHCDIS1C

• Promote Team Effectiveness

  Unit code

  BSBWOR402A

• Undertake Home Visits

  Unit code

  HLTRAH302B

• Orientation to Disability Work

  Unit code

  CHCDIS1C

• Support Older People With Disabilities

  Unit code

  CHCDIS13A

• Introduction to Disability Work

  Unit code

  CHCDIS20A

• Plan and Conduct Group Activities

  Unit code

  CHCGROUP3C

• Develop, Facilitate and Monitor All Aspects of Case Management

  Unit code

  CHCCM3B

• Use Advanced Health Terminology in a Professional Context

  Unit code

  HLTAN510B

• Assess Clients and Manage Client Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN606B

• Respond Effectively to Difficult or Challenging Behaviour

  Unit code

  HLTCSD306C

• Practise in First Line Emergency Nursing

  Unit code

  HLTEN620B

• Practise in the Rehabilitation Nursing Environment

  Unit code

  HLTEN602B

• Practise in Contemporary Mental Health Care

  Unit code

  HLTEN617B

• Year 12: Successful completion of VCE or equivalent. Also please see more "Other" information below
• International: Applications must include a valid IELTS (or equivalent) test result and police check from the applicant's home country at the time of application. Applications without these items are not able to be assessed until they are provided.
• Mature: Applicants will be considered with relevant industry experience. Also please see more "Other" information below.
• Other: Police Check, Interview, VETASSES test. Students must successfully complete all the aspects of the VETASSES testing to ensure applicants have the appropriate level of beginning knowledge.

English language requirements

Applicants are expected to have achieved an IELTS (academic module) overall result of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0).