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New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

Level 5

Gain a nursing qualification that prepares you for practice with the UCOL Te Pūkenga New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing.

A nursing learner practicing with a dummy patient
Quick info

Level: 5

Locations: UCOL Te Pūkenga Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Te Pūkenga Whanganui,  UCOL Te Pūkenga Wairarapa in Masterton,  UCOL Te Pūkenga Horowhenua in Levin

Duration: 18 Months full-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)

Dates:
Palmerston North
Yr 1: 19 Feb 2024 - 22 Nov 2024
Yr 2: 19 Feb 2024 - 05 Jul 2024

Whanganui
Yr 1: 19 Feb 2024 - 29 Nov 2024
Yr 2: 19 Feb 2024 - 05 Jul 2024

Masterton
Yr 1: 19 Feb 2024 - 22 Nov 2024
Yr 2: 19 Feb 2024 - 05 Jul 2024

Domestic Fees: *
Y1: $8,213.00 Y2: $4,105.50

Scholarship info

International Fees:*
Yr 1: $25,000.00 + Student Services Levy $591.00 Yr 2: $12,500.00 + Student Services Levy $295.50

Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

The UCOL Te Pūkenga New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing will equip you with theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed for a successful career in the healthcare industry. 

This qualification enables you to meet Nursing Council competencies for enrolled nurses, and prepares you for practice under the direction and delegation of a registered nurse.

Enrolled nurses work as part of a team to contribute to care planning and deliver nursing care to health consumers in community, residential or hospital settings. They are accountable for their nursing actions, and practice competently in accordance with legislation, to their level of knowledge and experience.

COVID-19 Vaccination requirements

Some health and disability employers may require workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including those on placement. Check with your tutor or placement advisor to find out more.


 Course Hours & Duration

This programme runs for 18 months. 

Per week, your learning will include approximately:

Class Time
13.5 hrs

Lectures,tutorials and/or online recordings.
Work Time

6 hrs of clinical simulation hours and 20-40 hrs of clinical practice hours.

Study Time
13 hrs

Study in your own time.


 Career & Study Outcomes

Successful graduates of the UCOL Te Pūkenga New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing will be able to apply to become an enrolled nurse, providing nursing care under the direction and delegation of a registered nurse or other registered health practitioner in a range of settings, including acute care, rehabilitation, and mental health in the community and/or in hospitals.

To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries for Registered Nurses, see careers.govt.nz

Graduates may also wish to undertake further study at a higher level, including the UCOL Te Pūkenga Bachelor of Nursing degree.

 Course Information

Note: As a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, UCOL Te Pūkenga is committed to providing the best learning outcome for you. As part of this, all programmes are currently being reviewed to make them portable, consistent, and closely aligned with the needs of the industry. When published, this course information is correct, but the courses offered may change over time. If you have any questions call an Enrolment Advisor on 0800 468 265.

This programme consists of 180 credits. 

Year One - Compulsory Courses

Nursing as a Profession: Enrolled Nursing (15 Credits)
Develop contemporary knowledge underpinning enrolled nursing practice.

Applied Social Science for Enrolled Nurses (15 Credits)
Learn key concepts from developmental, cultural and social theories and how these influence the health of consumers, families/whanau and the community.

Applied Structure and Function of the Human Body (15 Credits)
Learn to understand and apply the basic structure and function of major body systems to enrolled nursing practice.

Clinical Skills for Enrolled Nursing (15 Credits)
Safely practise skills in a simulated clinical setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Foundations for Enrolled Nursing Practice (30 Credits) (250 Clinical Hours)
Undertake clinical experience in a range of healthcare settings to meet entry-level Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies for the enrolled nurse scope of practice.

Enrolled Nursing Practice: Acute Care (30 Credits) (50 Clinical Simulation Hours) (150 Clinical Hours)
Learn to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes in an acute care (medical/surgical/peri-operative) setting to meet the requirements of the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies for the enrolled nurse scope of practice.

Year Two - Compulsory Courses

Enrolled Nursing Practice: Rehabilitation (30 Credits) (50 Clinical Simulation Hours) (150 Clinical Hours)
Learn to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes to meet the requirements of the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies for the enrolled nurse scope of practice in settings that support the principles of rehabilitation.

Enrolled Nursing Practice: Mental Health and Addictions (30 Credits) (50 Clinical Simulation Hours) (150 Clinical Hours)
Learn to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes when working with health consumers in mental health settings to meet the requirements of the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies for the enrolled nurse scope of practice.

 Student & Staff Profiles

 Industry Connections

The Nurse Education Team have strong links with industry and learners gain a wide range of clinical experience in Mental Health, Medical/Surgical, Aged Care and Primary Health environments across the three years of study.

 Learning Facilities

From 2023 our nursing, medical imaging, social services, and healthcare ākonga will be learning in Te Whaioranga, the purpose-built healthcare education centre for UCOL Te Pūkenga Manawatū. This state-of-the-art learning environment enables our nursing, medical imaging, social services and healthcare ākonga to learn across disciplines and functions, familiarising them with real-world practices and ensuring they become 'workforce-ready' graduates.

Wairarapa, Horowhenua and Whanganui campuses have fully equipped simulation and skills labs. These simulation labs have the capability to run high-fidelity simulations using our mannequins and software to provide real-life and real-time responses to interventions. Our classroom spaces are flexible and able to accommodate all types of learning including online and blended delivery. This will prepare our ākonga with real-world practices, ensuring they become 'workforce-ready' graduates.

 Domestic Entry Requirements

All applications are required to:

  • Declare any previous criminal convictions prior to admission being confirmed; and
  • Authorise UCOL Te Pūkenga to obtain a background check from the New Zealand Police Licensing and Vetting Agency; and
  • Complete a Health Declaration Form; and
  • Hold a first aid certificate (Red Cross Comprehensive or St John's Workplace), which is current at the time the programme starts.
  • Provide evidence of good character and personal attributes via two referee report(s). Your referee reports, personal statement and interview (if required) should provide evidence of appropriateness to study in the nursing profession. In your personal statement you should outline why you have chosen nursing as a career and describe the personal qualities and relevant aspects from your life experiences which will enhance your application.
  • Provide certified copies of all relevant documentation.

The Head of School of Nursing may require learners to provide additional information before the admission is confirmed.

Applicants under 20 years of age:

NCEA Level 2

Applicants over 20 years of age:
Applicants 20 years or older with no formal academic qualifications must provide evidence of literacy, numeracy and an ability to study at the appropriate level. This can be through study, work and/or life experience.

Equivalence may include but is not limited to:

  • Equivalent academic qualifications
  • Other academic qualifications
  • Successful previous tertiary experience
  • Employment history
  • Satisfactory results from a diagnostic test
  • Literacy/numeracy level
  • Life skills
  • Recommendation/Testimonial

English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.5 in all bands (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).

 

For more information about NCEA Credits see the UCOL Te Pūkenga NCEA explained page.

 International Entry Requirements

International learners will be assessed on a case-by-case basis to ensure they meet New Zealand University Entrance requirements. In addition, in accordance with NCNZ (2007a) and the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act [HPCA] (2003) requirements, international students whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the general medium of instruction is not English, will be required to provide documentary evidence of proficiency in English (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 in all bands (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).

Under 20 years of age
In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

 Advice & Guidance

UCOL Te Pūkenga will undertake a safety check of all learners after enrolment to ensure UCOL Te Pūkenga meets the legislative requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act, 2014.  UCOL Te Pūkenga will do this on behalf of Hospitals, District Health Boards, Primary Health Organisations and GP practices which host UCOL Te Pūkenga learner placements.  The safety check involves confirming the learner's work history, verifying their suitability to work with children with a trusted referee, and completing New Zealand Police vetting. 

Clinical Placements
As preparation to becoming a qualified registered enrolled nurse, learners will undertake 900 hours of clinical practice in a variety of health care settings.

Learners studying the UCOL Te Pūkenga New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing in Horowhenua will undertake their clinical placements in Whanganui. Travel and accommodation are at their own cost. The placements will include:

  • Aged care - foundation - 7 weeks
  • Rehabilitation - 4 weeks
  • Medical/surgical - 4 weeks
  • Mental health - 4 weeks

Recognition of prior learning
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning, including Cross Credit, Credit Transfer and Assessment of Prior Learning may be made on the Recognition of Prior Learning Form where a student believes all learning outcomes for a course have already been met. Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the UCOL Te Pūkenga Academic Statute and other relavant policies and procedures.

Application checklist
It will make the process easier if you prepare the following before you apply:

  • National Student Number (NSN) (If you don't have a NSN, you may request one from NZQA, or you can supply a verified copy of your birth certificate, passport or Whakapapa statement.)
  • Evidence of your highest level of academic achievement (and evidence of prior learning, if applicable)
  • Evidence that you meet the entry requirements of the programme
  • Check if you're eligible for additional support or a scholarship. If you're 19 years or younger, you may be eligible to enrol in one of our free Youth Transition programmes.

Note that you will need to provide any verified documents in person, via post or email (not via the online application form).

Domestic Fees: Currently eligible for fees-free

Year 1 - 2024 fees TBC

Year 2 - 2024 fees TBC

International Fees

Year 1 - $25,000.00 + Student Services Levy Fee $575.00 - $595.00 (Estimated/TBC)

Year 2 (Final 6 months) - $12,500.00 + Student Services Levy Fee of $287.50 (Estimated/TBC)

 Additional Costs

Please note the costs you will need to budget for with the NZ Diploma in Enrolled Nursing:

Comprehensive First Aid Certificate
Students must hold a current Comprehensive First Aid certification as an entry requirement for this programme. You will need to arrange to complete this in your own time through NZ Red Cross at a cost of $225.00.

Other Costs
Textbooks - approximately $253.00
Watch with second hand - approximately $40.00
Shoes and skirt/trousers - approximately $200.00
Travel and accommodation - approximately $300.00
Serology - approximately $275.00
First Aid Certificate (if required) - $225.00

Please note that these costs are approximations, as actual costs vary from year to year dependent on supplier.

State Final Examination Fees

State Final Examinations and Registration Fees are determined by the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ). The approximate cost is $240.00 per learner (subject to change) and payable by the learner.  This fee is paid at the time each learner registers with the NCNZ for the State Finals Examination.  This comes into effect from the 1 January 2023.



 Accreditation

The programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020, and Universal College of Learning Limited, a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga is accredited to teach it.
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