Nursing (Pre-Registration)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura, Shepparton
Course description
The course aims to foster intellectual development, critical thinking and professional practice skills and knowledge, based on contemporary nursing research and evidence-based practice. It gives students an opportunity to gain the specific knowledge and professional skills leading to registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The clinical learning practicum occurs in hospitals and healthcare agencies within metropolitan, regional and even interstate locations.
The on-campus Clinical Learning Unit enables students to practise and develop clinical skills using simulated learning methods in a supportive environment. Final-year students have the opportunity to be based at one of our innovative Clinical Schools.
Students are eligible to apply for a short and/or one-semester international exchange study program within one of our collaborative educational partners.
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Course structure
First year is a common first year with a strong foundation for nursing professional studies. Inter-professional learning also allows students to collaborate with students in other disciplines - a unique feature of this course.
Second year involves knowledge and skills acquisition, with students undertaking clinical placements in both semesters in a variety of clinical contexts.
Third year includes increased client case load, greater independence in decision-making and delivery of client care and in-depth consideration of the nursing role.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Nursing theory and practice, primary health care, determinants of health and wellbeing and human bioscience.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC/UAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Students should allow approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. In addition, students must obtain a National Police Check- A$15, immunisations - A$250-470, and a First Aid II Certificate - A$160. All prices are approximate. Clinical placements may incur accommodation and travel costs, and these will vary depending on the venue. Costs are subject to change. Students must provide information on their immunisation status prior to commencing clinical placements, and complete a First Aid Level II Certificate course not conducted by La Trobe University.
Middle Band
Consideration is given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria. In addition, a regional bonus may apply.
Selection
(Note: All ATARs current for 2011)
Melbourne: ATAR 70.20
Bendigo: ATAR 60.25
Albury-Wodonga: ATAR 52.70
Mildura: ATAR 52.60
Shepparton: ATAR 62.35
Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. Some applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in English (any).
NSW HSC: English Standard or English Advanced (Band 3) or English as a Second Language (Band 4).
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Additional information
All students must obtain a police check and Working With Children (WWC) check and to provide information on immunisation status before undertaking clinical professional placements.
Career opportunities
Graduates are likely to find work in general and specialist hospitals, community health centres, extended care facilities, the armed forces and services for the intellectually disabled. The profession offers a variety of career paths that may lead to specialist practice, an academic career or management positions in health services.
Professional recognition
Graduates seeking registration must apply with the NMBA and meet the Board's registration standards. For Further information about these standards please visit the NMBA website. Please note the NMBA has set an English Language Skills standard. For more information about these standards, please visit the NMBA website. After registration, graduates may be eligible for registration in other countries as well as membership of the Royal College of Nursing Australia.