Institute of Technology or Polytechnic

New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Diploma

Duration

18 months

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

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Summary

Become a competent and compassionate enrolled nurse and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, whānau, and communities. As a graduate, you will work collaboratively within interprofessional healthcare teams while taking responsibility and accountability for your own nursing practice.

Programme outline

Enrolled nurses are a valued part of the healthcare workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand, providing high-quality nursing care across a wide range of health settings. Working alongside registered nurses and other health professionals, they play an important role in supporting positive health outcomes and improving the well-being of the people they care for.
Throughout this 18-month programme, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and professional attributes needed to provide safe, equitable, and evidence-informed nursing care across the lifespan.

You will learn how to apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your nursing practice and develop the skills to work in partnership with tangata whenua, whānau, and hapori (communities) to support positive health outcomes. The programme promotes culturally safe nursing practice, helping you to provide respectful, inclusive, and person-centred care that values the beliefs, cultures, and experiences of the people you care for.

Successful completion of the programme allows you to sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand State Final Examination. After passing the examination, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as an Enrolled Nurse.

Entry criteria

Domestic

NCEA Level 2, which must include:

10 credits in Level 1 Mathematics/or Numeracy
12 credits in Level 2 Science-rich subjects

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) Health Pathway; or a recognised equivalent (Bridging or Pre-Health)

and

Evidence of suitability based on interview, health screening, safety check* and referee reports.

International students

IELTS 6.5 Academic (no band lower than 6.5 taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and valid for two years from the date of the test) or equivalent.

*International fee displayed is for 1.5 years of study (equivalent to 180 credits). For fee exclusions, please see our terms and conditions. International ākonga study grants are available. Contact international@wandw.ac.nz for eligibility details.

Alternative Requirements

If you are unable to provide evidence that you meet the academic requirements but can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be approved for alternative entry by the Head of Nursing. This may include Recognition of Prior Learning.

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