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Nursing
Nursing is a career that offers challenges and rewards to a wide variety of people.
Whether you are interested in fast paced, rapidly changing environments (such as emergency departments or intensive care units), rehabilitation (where people are recovering from serious illnesses), or the health promotion environment (working proactively with individuals and their communities), there is something for everyone in nursing.
The nature of the health workforce in New Zealand is shifting. As the population increases, the profile of people needing healthcare is changing – there will be a greater proportion of over 65s, higher incidence of chronic illnesses, and an increase in patients from a range of ethnic backgrounds. More health services will be delivered in the community rather than in hospital or institutional care.
If you’d like to gain a formal qualification in nursing, we offer these options:
Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
This 18-month diploma programme will enable you to apply for registration as an enrolled nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
Learn more about our Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing
This three-year degree programme will enable you to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
If you have a Level 5 or higher qualification in nursing or a health-related field and you’d like to extend your knowledge or specialise in a particular area, we offer these graduate options:
Graduate Certificate in Nursing
This part-time programme enables you to use your existing knowledge and experience as a Registered nurse to develop your career in an area of expertise. Most courses are delivered either as a three or five-day block course, although online options are also available.
Learn more about our Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Graduate Diploma in Nursing
If you’re an overseas educated Registered nurse, this programme is designed to equip you with the confidence and skills to plan and co-ordinate complex patient care. You can choose to complete the full time one year programme, or selected courses within it.
Programmes
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to help meet the growing demand for nurses in New Zealand.
Bachelor of Nursing
Learn from experts in specialist facilities and help meet the increasing need for qualified registered nurses.
Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Develop your nursing career by expanding your knowledge and skills.
Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision
Gain the expertise needed to supervise others effectively in professional contexts.