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Enrolled Nursing (Nēhi Whakauru) (Level 5)
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)
HS1702
Course details
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Jul 2019Feb 2020
- 18 months
- Full-time or Part-time
- $7149 per year + Additional Costs
- You may qualify for fee free study under Fees Free Policy
- Level 5
- Available for International Students. International Fee Guideline
- Hamilton City Campus
Summary
This programme is for those who want to work in clinical settings as an enrolled nurse and a valued member of the health team.
Students will gain knowledge in nursing, social science, and the structure and function of the human body. They will learn skills in simulated learning
environments which can then be applied on placements in clinical practice. A range of clinical courses in different health care settings will prepare students to practice in areas including rehabilitation,
acute care and mental health.
After completing this programme students will be able to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand to sit an exam to be registered as an Enrolled Nurse; this means they'll be able to practise under the
direction of a Registered Nurse.
Tihei Mauri Ora Roopu
Students who identify as Māori or Pasifika can choose to study the programme in the Tihei Mauri Ora stream. In this stream students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to become an enrolled nurse in a variety of healthcare settings, while incorporating knowledge from both the western and Māori worlds.
Please note, this programme has additional costs.
View programme modules
Note: no value in the pre/co-requisite columns means there are no pre/co-requisites for that module.
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NURS401 | Pūkenga Nēhi / Nursing as a Profession: Enrolled Nursing | 4 | 15 | ||
| NURS402 | Te Whakahangai Putaiao Paori / Applied Social Science for Enrolled Nurses | 4 | 15 | ||
| NURS412* | Te Whakahangai Putaiao Paori / Applied Social Science for Enrolled Nurses | 4 | 15 | ||
| NURS403 | Ngā Ahuatanga o te Tinana / Applied Structure and Function of the Human Body | 4 | 15 | ||
| NURS404 | Ngā Pukenga Manaaki / Clinical Skills for Enrolled Nursing | 4 | 15 | ||
| NURS405 | Te Tūāpapa Whakatinana Pukenga / Foundations for Enrolled Nursing Practice | 3 | 15 | ||
| NURS501 | Ngā Whakatinanatanga Tapuhi: Whakaora Tangata / Enrolled Nursing Practice: Acute Care | 5 | 30 | All level 4 modules | |
| NURS502 | Hauora Wairangi: Mate Hiahia / Enrolled Nursing Practice: Mental Health and Addiction | 5 | 30 | All level 4 modules | |
| NURS503 | Ngā Whakatinanatanga Tapuhi: Whakamatutu / Enrolled Nursing Practice: Rehabilitation | 5 | 30 | All level 4 modules |
* Tihei Mauri Ora roopu module.
Scheduling and workload
In the first semester students can expect up to three days at Wintec plus up to two hours of lecture directed work for each module and other reading as scheduled. Students will have blocks of clinical placement throughout the following two semesters.
Career/further opportunities
Enrolled Nursing (Nēhi Whakauru) provides an opportunity for those wishing to be employed or already employed in health care to gain registration with the NCNZ as an enrolled nurse and develop a career pathway.
Graduates of this programme (who also meet Nursing Council of New Zealand requirements) will be competent to practise as an Enrolled Nurse in a variety of health care settings under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse. Graduates of Enrolled Nursing (Nēhi Whakauru) are able to deliver nursing care and health education across the lifespan of health consumers.
On completion of the programme, graduates are eligible to apply to NCNZ to sit the state exam for registration as an enrolled nurse. Graduates will have gained a nationally recognised qualification in a sector with strong employment opportunities and career pathways.
Application process
- Apply online or download and complete an application to enrol form.
- Complete the online Self-Disclosure form
- If you’re not sure if you meet the entry criteria complete the online Additional Information form so we’re able to assess your likelihood of success
- If you have them, provide us with certified copies of your prior academic transcripts. Find out more about supporting material for enrolment here.
- We may also need to verify your identity (your legal name and date of birth) as well as your residency status. If you’re a domestic student we may be able to do this through your National Student Number (NSN), If we can’t we will need you to provide evidence of this by supplying verified copies of your birth certificate or passport.
Once you’ve submitted your application
- We’ll email you to confirm we’ve received it and let you know if there’s anything more we need from you.
- We’ll assess your application and let you know the outcome.
- If you’re accepted to study, we’ll send you an enrolment offer letter – you’ll need to accept this to confirm your place on the programme. Click here to find out more about enrolment and accepting your offer.
After you’ve accepted your offer
- If you don’t have a current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate (NZQA units 6400, 6401 and 6402) you’ll need to complete this before you start the programme.
- At the start of the programme, you’ll need to provide evidence of your immunity and vaccination status. Your doctor will need to complete Wintec’s Immunisation Form that you can find here.
- During your induction, you will be required to complete a number of safety checks to comply with the provisions of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. You can find out more about the safety check process and the Vulnerable Children Act here.
Frequently asked questions
What can I expect from the class schedule and workload?
In the first semester students can expect up to three days at Wintec plus up to two hours of lecture directed work for each module, and other readings as scheduled. Students will have blocks of clinical placement throughout the following two semesters.
Where will clinical placements be, and for how long?
In the second semester you’ll undertake one placement for six weeks anywhere within the Waikato DHB region. In the third semester you’ll undertake three four-week placements anywhere within the Waikato DHB region.
Please note that while you are on placement you will need access to a computer and the internet so you can undertake assessments and communicate with your tutor, etc.
Undergraduate, semester, pathway, module and cross-disciplinary - what do these words mean?
Undergraduate means any study up to the level of completing a bachelor degree. Our academic year is made up of two main semesters, one from February to June and the other from July to November. We also have a summer semester for some classes. A degree is made up of a mix of compulsory and elective modules, modules are worth between 15 and 60 credits. A year’s worth of full time study is 120 credits.
What are the additional costs associated with this programme?
There are additional costs when studying nursing. Here's a link to more information about these costs.
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Disclaimers
Entry criteria
General Academic Admission
a) Candidates are required to have:
i. NCEA Level 2 which is comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, and 20 credits from any Level; and
ii. Literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above in specified literacy assessment standards);
and
iii. Numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above in specified numeracy assessment standards); or
iv. Equivalent.
Candidates who are applying to transfer from another institution will be required to provide a confidential
report from that institution.
Special admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Academic Admission requirements but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success may be eligible for Special Admission.
Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into
higher level programmes.
Provisional entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the General Academic Admission requirements but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment and/or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional
entry at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant’s performance is deemed satisfactory by the Centre Director or designated nominee.
Selection criteria
a) All candidates are required to:
(i) complete the standard Wintec application form
(ii) complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions
(iii) complete a self-declaration of mental or physical condition
Candidates
may also be required to provide additional information and/or attend an interview in order for their application to be assessed
b) Candidates for the Tihei Mauri Ora stream will be invited to attend a whānau meeting.
c) Candidates
are required in their application to indicate whether they have been convicted of, or are being prosecuted for, a criminal offence. Candidates should be aware that, under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (HPCA Act (2003)) some
types of criminal conviction may result in the Nursing Council of New Zealand refusing to allow a person to register as an Enrolled Nurse.
d) Candidates are required in their application to indicate whether they have had a mental or physical
condition that may prevent them entering this nursing programme. Candidates should be aware that, under the HPCA Act (2003) some types of physical or mental conditions may result in the Nursing Council of New Zealand refusing to allow a person to
register as an Enrolled Nurse.
Clinical placement requirement
a) Before undertaking clinical practice within the programme, candidates will be required to provide a written health and immunity status from their
health practitioner.
b) Candidates must hold a current First Aid Certificate (covering NZQA Unit Standards 6400, 6401 and 6402) prior to undertaking clinical placement in the programme.
Safety check
In order to comply with the provisions of the Vulnerable Children’s Act 2014 and Child Protection Policies for all ‘specified organisations’ providing a ‘regulated service’, all candidates/students will be subjected to safety
checks. These will include but are not limited to:
i. A Formal Interview;
ii. Referee Checks;
iii. A Police Vet Check;
iv. A Risk Assessment.
Any unsatisfactory result arising from the full safety checking process may
result in the candidate/student being precluded/declined entry or withdrawn from the programme of study. Furthermore, students must declare any pending or new convictions arising during any stage throughout the entire enrolment period.
A conviction or failure to declare a conviction may also result in the student being immediately withdrawn from the programme. Persons who are convicted of ‘specified offences’ will not be accepted onto any programme that requires
that Person to work in an organisation providing a regulated service.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) Academic band score of 6.5 across all components; or equivalent.
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Pathways
Your first day
Are you ready for your first day of class? Check out your start date and where you need to be. You can also find useful information about studying at Wintec on our Welcome page.
Monday 22 July 2019
8.30am-10.30am (Approx) The Gallagher Hub - Pōwhiri
10.30am-4pm The Atrium
Tuesday 23 July 2019
Attend morning classes to complete online VCA, Clinical Passport, Kura Cloud familiarisation.
Bring ID documents for Police Vetting and referee details for Vulnerable Children's Act. More information will be on Moodle.
11.30am - 1pm The Atrium- purchase text books
1m - 4pm The Atrium - Programme overview, handbooks, confidentiality agreement and module outlines. More information will be on Moodle
Wednesday 24 July 2019
Time and room TBA - Essay writing, APA and Library searching information session. More information will be on Moodle.
ID cards from Student Enrolment and Information Centre at designated times, more information will be on Moodle.
Thursday 25 July 2019
Time and Room TBA - Uniform fitting appointments. Purchase text books on campus. More information will be on Moodle.
Friday 26 July 2019
Time TBA, Room D1.32 Ward familiarisation.
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