HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2026 - Version 1 - Eligibility and Delivery Details

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HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2026 - Version 1 outlines the enrolled nurse qualification and its practising framework in Australia, including the requirement to complete an ANMAC-accredited program approved by the NMBA. It specifies eligibility and entry pathways, compulsory student requirements, and English language proficiency evidence standards. The document also details course delivery, including blended mode, location, typical weekly structure, attendance expectations, professional placement hours, and the indicative 2026 full fee subject to change.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages6

Reading Time15 min

AccessFree to download

Qualification description

Eligibility and entry requirements

English language proficiency evidence

Delivery details

Locations, duration, study mode, start date

Attendance and timetable notes

Fees

HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing DESCRIPTION This qualification reflects the role of an enrolled nurse working under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse. Enrolled nurses provide nursing care for people across the health care continuum and at all stages of life. To be eligible to apply for registration as an enrolled nurse and to practice in Australia, individuals must complete a Diploma of Nursing program accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved as ‘an approved program of study’ by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) in accordance with the Enrolled Nurse Accreditation Standards. To confirm the education provider holds the necessary accreditation check the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) [at www.ahpra.gov.au](at www.ahpra.gov.au). The scope of practice for enrolled nurses is determined by legislative requirements and the policies and procedures of the employing organisation. This qualification may contribute to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's (NMBA) registration requirements to practice as an enrolled nurse. ELIGIBILITY/ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Compulsory Student requirements: • A Northern Territory Resident And one of the following: • Must hold a complete and up to date First Aid certificate to at least (HLTAID011) prior to entry. • Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) or the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60* . • Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher. • Successful completion of at least 0.5 years of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma. • Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications. Nursing students must meet a specific level of English language proficiency before they start in a course. You can show English language proficiency by: • completing a declaration that English is your primary language, or • sitting an English language proficiency test. All applicants are required to meet the English Language Skills Registration Standard as outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) [at](at www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/)[ ](at www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/)[www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/](at www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/) . Applicants will be required to submit the following via their CDU application to demonstrate they meet the above standard prior to being included in offer rounds in one of the following ways: Page 1 of 6 HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing 2026 – Version 1 CRICOS Provider No. 00300K (NT/VIC) | 03286A (NSW) | RTO Provider No. 0373 | ABN 54 093 513 649 1. Primary Language Pathway: A signed English Language Declaration indicating the following: 1. English is their primary language; and 2. They have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country*, including at least two years between years 7 and 12. *Recognised countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and USA. OR 2. English Language Test Pathway Applicants have achieved and can supply evidence of the required minimum scores in one of the following English language tests: • IELTS (Academic) Minimum Scores • Band score of 7.0 in all bands • (IELTS Indicator test is not accepted) • TOEFL Minimum Scores • Internet-based: total score of 94 with a minimum of 27 in Writing, 23 in Speaking and 24 in Reading and Listening • (TOEFL Home edition test is not accepted) • Pearson Test of English (Academic) Minimum Scores • Overall score of 65 AND Skills profile of 65 in Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening • Occupational English Test (OET) • A minimum r

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Who does the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing qualification support and under what supervision context?

It reflects the role of an enrolled nurse working under direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse. Enrolled nurses provide care across the health care continuum and at all life stages.

What English language options can applicants use for entry to the program?

Applicants can use an English language declaration or complete an accepted English test. Accepted tests include IELTS Academic, TOEFL (internet-based), Pearson Test of English (Academic), and OET, each with minimum score requirements.

What are the main delivery details for the 2026 course version?

The course runs for 18 months full-time in a blended mode, starting 1 April 2026 at Alice Springs and Casuarina. Students attend face-to-face classes three days per week and complete clinical simulation and skills lab work, alongside professional placement hours.

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