Nursing (Pre-Registration)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Length
3 years full-time; not available part-time
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This course provides students with the specific knowledge and professional skills required for Registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria (or equivalent).
Students gain a rich and varied clinical experience. Melbourne (Bundoora) students undertake their final year at one of two major teaching hospitals (the Austin or Alfred Hospital). Regional students gain significant clinical experience at major regional hospitals. Students may also negotiate interstate and overseas placements. Sophisticated on-campus nursing laboratories (with high-tech manikins and simulation technology) enhance students' skills considerably.
Course structure
First year: 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, in-depth consideration of the nursing role, and the transition to being a registered nurse.
Handbook
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
Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo, Shepparton: VTAC. Albury-Wodonga, Mildura: 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/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlAdditional costs (AUD)
Students must complete a First Aid Level II course, costing approximately $160. La Trobe University does not conduct the course.
Other costs include approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment. Students can purchase these from any supplier; they remain students' personal property.
Middle Band
Criteria associated with the La Trobe University Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Shepparton) and VTAC's Special Entry Access Schemes considered.
Selection
Melbourne (Bundoora): ENTER 70.20
Bendigo: ENTER 52.90
Albury-Wodonga: ENTER 52.40
Mildura: ENTER 50.30
Shepparton: ENTER 54.05
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants with work experience must complete a VTAC Pi form. Applicants over 21 at 1 January 2010, applying to Albury-Wodonga or Shepparton campuses, must complete a 1,000-word essay on why they want to be a nurse and submit to Selection Officer, Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Wodonga by 25 September 2009 (late applicants contact Selection Officer on (02) 6024 9730). Some applicants may also be required to attend an interview. For information regarding selection and the STAT Multiple Choice, visit www.latrobe.edu.au/nursing/HowToApply
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: Study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in English (any), and 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (any), Physical Education or Physics. HSC: English Standard or English Advanced (Band 3) or English as a Second Language (Band 4) and (Band 2) in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Additional information
Prior to undertaking professional placements, students must obtain a police check (Victoria Police: $A14.50 for local students) and provide proof of immunisations.
Career opportunities
La Trobe nursing graduates have outstanding employment opportunities. Graduates 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 are eligible for Division One (1) registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria and registration with nurse registration authorities throughout Australia and in several other countries.
Contact information
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Future Students Centre:
T 1300 135 045
E study@latrobe.edu.au
Division of Nursing and Midwifery:
T (03) 9479 5950
Bendigo T (03) 5444 7383
Albury-Wodonga T (02) 6024 9730
Shepparton T (03) 5821 8450
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover