New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)

Learn the theory and clinical nursing practice required to apply for registration as an enrolled nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with this 18-month diploma programme. Your study comprises of a combination of theory, practice in simulated environments, and clinical placements in different healthcare settings.

Practice your skills in different nursing contexts such as rehabilitation, acute care, and mental health while studying the fundamentals of nursing and the human body.

You will learn how to:

  • Apply knowledge of mātauranga Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, kawa whakaruruhau, cultural safety and te ao Māori into nursing practice.
  • Provide culturally safe care that is inclusive, responsive and equitable for tangata, whānau, and hapori to promote hauora through whakawhanaungatanga.
  • Apply knowledge, relational communication, technical skills and professional practice as an enrolled nurse while working in partnership with tangata, whānau, and hapori across the lifespan.
  • Utilise nursing assessment and clinical decision making grounded in scientific and nursing knowledge to inform care and provide culturally safe, sustainable nursing care for tangata, whānau and hapori.
  • Participate in health promotion, health education, and interprofessional collaboration to promote hauora of tangata, whānau and hapori. 
  • Provide care within professional, ethical and legal boundaries to ensure safe quality nursing practice that upholds people’s rights, confidentiality and dignity.

Entry Requirements

Additional Expenses

Uniform, Nursing kit, Laptop.

*International Fee Exclusions

International fees displayed are for 1 year of study (equivalent to 120 credits); OR as specified for the duration of the programme of study, and do not include the below; 

  • Travel and Medical Insurance – NZ $800 per year (provided by UniCare NZ)
  • Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) – NZ $320 per 120 credits

International fees may increase in each new academic year.  Any increase in the fees is required to be paid in full before a student is enrolled and allowed to attend class.

Career Opportunities

Enrolled Nurses in New Zealand may work in any area of nursing practice: for example, mental health, acute care, community and aged care settings. Graduates must pass the Nursing Council of New Zealand registration exams to become an enrolled nurse.