Nursing (Division 2 Conversion)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Nursing (Division 2 Conversion)
Length
2 years full-time: Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga; or 3 years part-time: Mildura and Shepparton
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This course enables Division Two (2) nurses to meet eligibility criteria for Division One (1) nurse registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria. Graduates have a strong generalist nursing perspective across practice settings, and the skills and knowledge base necessary for postgraduate study.
NB: students may be required to complete clinical placement outside University semester time.
Course structure
First-year studies develop assessment and diagnostics skills and introduce students to acute, community and mental health nursing. Later-year studies further develop critical thinking and analytical skills, immerse students in advanced nursing practice, and enables them to deal with issues such as chronic illness, care of older people and complex acute care.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Nursing theory and practice, primary health care, behavioural sciences and human bioscience.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
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 should allow approximately $300 for a uniform and equipment. These items may be purchased from any supplier and will become the students personal property. In addition, students are required to undergo a police check - A$14.00, immunisations - A$250-470, First Aid certificate - A$160. All prices are approximate.
Selection
RC
Extra requirements
Applicants must submit a certified copy of their Nursing Registration Certificate and CV to VTAC by 25 September 2009. Some applicants may be invited to interview in November/December. Some applicants must complete a selection examination set by the University in mid-October to early November (a repeat test will be held in the first week of January for late applicants). All applicants must refer to www.latrobe.edu.au/nursing/DivTwoConversion to determine eligibility for the test and register attendance where required. Although not mandatory, successful applicants are strongly recommended to obtain a Level 2 First Aid Certificate, Police Check, Working With Children Check and immunisations before commencement of clinical placement, as these are prerequisites for placements at some venues. For important information about clinical placements, please visit www.latrobe.edu.au/nursing
Prerequisites
Current Division 2 Nursing Registration (or equivalent in other states). Applicants with pre-2008 Division 2 qualification require successful completion of a La Trobe University-approved bridging program in human anatomy and physiology. Applicants at specific campuses (only) are required to undertake a selection examination set by the University.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities
Graduates work in a wide range of health care settings including acute general hospitals, extended care facilities, community and occupational health settings and as private practitioners, educators and administrators.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria in Division One (1) and 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:
Melbourne (Bundoora)/Mildura T (03) 9479 5950
Bendigo T (03) 5444 7541
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