{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Master of Nursing Practice", "advertisedTitle": "Master of Nursing Practice", "totalCreditPoints": 240, "offerYear": 2026, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Mildura", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "117009H", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": false, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": false, "startDates": false }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": null }, "startDates": "LTU Term 4 (July 2026)", "duration": "2 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>Gain the clinical skills and experience you need to become a registered nurse (RN) in just two years with La Trobe&#39;s Master of Nursing Practice.<\/p><p>In this degree, you&#39;ll build on your existing Bachelor&#39;s degree qualification \u2013 in any discipline \u2013 and develop the clinical knowledge and skills you&#39;ll need to upskill or change careers in the health sector. You&#39;ll learn the theory from leading clinicians and academics at the La Trobe Rural Health School and then apply it in the real world with clinical placements (800 hours) in leading regional and rural hospitals and healthcare providers.<\/p><p>By studying La Trobe&#39;s Master of Nursing Practice, you will:<\/p><ul><li>develop foundational knowledge in primary care, acute care, chronic illness, Indigenous health, mental health, rehabilitation, community and emergency care, biosciences and research<\/li><li>gain in-demand skills in leadership, time management, critical thinking and communication<\/li><li>apply what you&#39;ve learned in our state-of-the-art nursing simulation labs<\/li><li>study closer to home at our Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo and Mildura Campuses<\/li><li>graduate ready to support and strengthen your local community as a registered nurse (RN).<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "<p><span>Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).<\/span><\/p>", "academicEntReq": "<ul><li><p><em>Some students are required to complete a bridging program designed to support your readiness for healthcare studies. This program will include either one or both of the following two streams:<\/em><em> <\/em><\/p><ul><li><strong><em>Stream 1: <\/em><\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/shortcourses.latrobe.edu.au\/bridging-course-in-physiology-and-anatomy-microcred\">Bridging Course in Physiology and Anatomy<\/a><br \/>(Required only for students whose previous undergraduate degree is non-cognate.)<\/em><\/li><li><strong><em>Stream 2: <\/em><\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/shortcourses.latrobe.edu.au\/sociocultural-concepts-in-healthcare\">Sociocultural Concepts in Health Care<\/a><br \/>(Required for all international students, regardless of academic background.)<\/em><em> <\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>If your prior degree is <strong>non-cognate<\/strong>, you must complete both <strong>Stream 1<\/strong> and <strong>Stream 2<\/strong>. If your degree is <strong>cognate<\/strong>, you are still required to complete <strong>Stream 2<\/strong>. You will be notified of which bridging courses you are required to complete upon application.<\/em><\/p><p><em><br \/><strong>Note:<\/strong> Details relating to cost are outlined in the links to each stream above and may be subject to change.<\/em><\/p><\/li><\/ul>", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "<div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-0\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Behavioural and relational skills<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-0\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to manage their own responses and behaviour to work effectively in a range of learning environments with diverse people and tasks. This includes the capacity to be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Students should also be able to work with others in a team or group environment and make and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to complete tasks or for professional practice.<br \/><br \/>See also <a href=\"https:\/\/policies.latrobe.edu.au\/document\/view.php?id=60\">Student behaviours policy<\/a> for more information.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Nursing students must demonstrate knowledge and engage in ethical behaviour in practice (academically and clinically) to facilitate safe, competent interactions and relationships with people to ensure their own and others' physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual wellbeing is not placed at risk.<\/p><p>Nursing students must be able to demonstrate behavioural stability by functioning and adapting effectively and sensitively in a diverse and changing academic and clinical environment.<\/p><p>Nursing students must demonstrate knowledge and compliance with Australian law, professional regulations and scope of practice to enable the safe delivery of care. Nursing and midwifery students must be responsible and accountable for their practice to reduce the risk of harm to themselves and others.<\/p><p>Nursing practice require effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills for the safe delivery of care. Nursing and midwifery students are required to have effective and efficient verbal communication in English. Nursing and midwifery students also need to be respectful, clear, attentive, empathetic, honest and non-judgmental; and have effective written communication skills \u2013 a fundamental nursing and midwifery responsibility with professional and legal ramifications.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Cognition<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-1\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to locate, acquire, retain and apply knowledge as part of their learning and for assessment. They must have the ability to sustain their attention over a designated period, maintain their focus in a variety of learning environments and remember information long enough to complete tasks in a reasonable and safe timeframe.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Nursing students must be able to use retained knowledge to determine safe and appropriate care decisions. They must be able to notice, focus their attention and process information in order to respond effectively to critical changes in instructions, measurements or observable behaviour. For example, they must be able to focus on and respond to changing visual information in answering questions about appropriate courses of action in distracting environments.<\/p><p>Nursing practice require comprehensive theoretical knowledge. Nursing students must demonstrate consistent and effective knowledge and cognitive skills to provide safe and competent nursing and midwifery care.<\/p><p>Competent literacy skills are essential for safe and effective delivery of nursing care. Nursing students must have the ability to accurately acquire information and accurately convey appropriate effective messages; to read and comprehend a range of literature and information; and the capacity to understand and implement academic conventions to construct written text in a scholarly manner.<\/p><p>Competent and accurate numeracy skills are essential for safe and effective nursing care. Nursing and midwifery students must demonstrate the ability to interpret and correctly apply data, measurements and numerical criteria.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Sensory (visual, auditory, tactile, olfaction)<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-2\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Nursing students must be able to observe visual inputs, including patient symptoms, which will allow them to manage patient care and continually develop their nursing practice during placements and throughout their career.<\/p><p>Adequate visual, auditory, tactile acuity is required to provide safe and effective nursing and midwifery care. Nursing and midwifery students must demonstrate the following:<\/p><ul><li>adequate visual acuity to perform the required range of skills, tasks and assessments to maintain consistent, accurate and safe care to self and others<\/li><li>adequate auditory ability to monitor, assess and manage individuals' health needs consistently and accurately<\/li><li>adequate tactile ability to monitor, assess and detect patients' physical characteristics and act on any abnormalities detected to provide thorough nursing and midwifery care.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-3\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Strength and mobility<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-3\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Gross motor skills: Students should possess the strength, range of motion, coordination and mobility sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/>Fine motor skills: Students should possess the manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Nursing practice involve physical demands and requires gross motor function and manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Nursing students must demonstrate sufficient gross motor function, manual dexterity and fine motor skills necessary to perform, coordinate, prioritise care and undertake tasks that involve:<\/p><ul><li>gross motor skills include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, twisting and bending; and<\/li><li>fine motor skills include being able to grasp, press, push, turn, squeeze and manipulate various objects and individuals. Students must be able to demonstrate and perform these tasks consistently and safely to reduce the risk of harm to self and others.<\/li><\/ul><p>Nursing practice require both physical and mental performance at a consistent and sustained level to meet individual needs over time. Nursing students need sufficient physical and mental endurance to perform multiple tasks in an assigned period to provide safe and effective care. Students require the capacity to maintain consistency and quality of performance throughout the designated period of duty; and the ability to perform repetitive activities with a level of concentration to ensure focus on the activity until it is completed appropriately.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>", "engReq": "<p><span>7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.<\/span><\/p><br><p>IELTS, TOEFL and PTE are the only English Proficiency tests accepted for entry into this course.<\/p><p><strong>Please note:<br \/><\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/pearsonpte.com\/\"><strong>Pearson Test of English <\/strong><\/a>(PTE) Academic. <br \/>Applicants must achieve a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking).<\/p><p><strong><em>NOTE:<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p><em>We will only accept test results:<\/em><\/p><ol><li><em>from one test sitting, or<\/em><\/li><li><em>a maximum of two test sittings in a six month period only if:<\/em><\/li><\/ol><ul><li><em>a minimum overall score of 65 is achieved in each sitting, and<\/em><\/li><li><em>you achieve a minimum score of 65 in each of the communicative skills across the two sittings, and<\/em><\/li><li><em>no score in any of the communicative skills is below 58<\/em><\/li><\/ul>", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Master of Nursing Practice, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5002\" target=\"_blank\">CONTEMPORARY STUDIES 1: LEGAL AND ETHICAL PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5003\" target=\"_blank\">CONTEMPORARY STUDIES 2: FIRST NATION PEOPLES HEALTH AND HEALING<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5003<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5004\" target=\"_blank\">PREPARATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE (PNP) 1<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5004<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5007\" target=\"_blank\">PREPARATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE (PNP) 2<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5007<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5005\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT (PEP) 1<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5005<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5008\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT (PEP) 2<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5008<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5001\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL NURSING 1: PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5006\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL NURSING 2: LEADING PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5006<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5013\" target=\"_blank\">CONTEMPORARY STUDIES 3:PRACTICE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5013<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5011\" target=\"_blank\">PREPARATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE (MENTAL HEALTH AND RECOVERY) (PNP) 4<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5011<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5009\" target=\"_blank\">PREPARATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE (PNP) 3<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5009<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5014\" target=\"_blank\">PREPARATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE (PNP) 5<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5014<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5010\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT (PEP) 3<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5010<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5012\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT (PEP) 4<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5012<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/NRS5015\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT (PEP) 5<\/a><\/td> <td> NRS5015<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the University based Placements Operation Team or Experiential Learning Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/HM020M\" target='_blank'>Mildura<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Demonstrate inclusive and responsive professional nursing practice that respects individuals from diverse backgrounds with sensitivity to culture, values, and beliefs.<\/li><li>Critically evaluate and integrate their knowledge of biosciences, psychology, public health, and pharmacology with specialist nursing discipline knowledge in the practice of nursing.<\/li><li>Analyse and integrate theoretical concepts and frameworks, research evidence, and person-centred care, to inform culturally safe nursing care in a diverse range of settings.<\/li><li>Apply clinical reasoning, ethical and critical frameworks to integrate skills, knowledge and problem-solving that is appropriate and promotes health and best evidence care in a diverse range of settings.<\/li><li>Plan, administer, and document evidence-based nursing care based on acomprehensive and systematic assessment and person-centred goals.<\/li><li>Effectively communicate with colleagues, patients\/consumers, and stakeholders.<\/li><li>Interpret digital health concepts and health informatics systems, and effectively navigate and contribute to the evolution of healthcare technology.<\/li><li>Engage in reflexive practice to support self-directed, lifelong learning, and maintain personal well-being.<\/li><li>Function professionally, safely and ethically within scope of practice<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>Graduate ready for nursing positions in acute, subacute, primary health and community health settings, caring for patients across the lifespan, from paediatrics to the older adult.<\/p><p>As a registered nurse (RN), possible career settings include:<\/p><ul><li>clinics and hospitals<\/li><li>homes and hospices<\/li><li>aged care settings<\/li><li>schools and universities<\/li><li>community healthcare settings<\/li><li>government agencies and private industry.<\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Master of Nursing Practice is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Graduates of the Master of Nursing Practice may be eligible for endorsement with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "A$45 000 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "A$45 000 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Bridging course<\/h4><p><p><em>Bridging course fees are <strong>additional <\/strong>to course tuition fees and must be paid in full before completion. Details and costs are available here:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><strong><em>Stream 1: <\/em><\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/shortcourses.latrobe.edu.au\/bridging-course-in-physiology-and-anatomy-microcred\">Bridging Course in Physiology and Anatomy<\/a><\/em><\/li><li><strong><em>Stream 2: <\/em><\/strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/shortcourses.latrobe.edu.au\/sociocultural-concepts-in-healthcare\">Sociocultural Concepts in Health Care<\/a><\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em> <\/em><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> Completion of the required bridging course(s) ensures adequate preparation for the program. Requirements and costs depend on your academic background.<\/em><\/p><\/p><h4>Clinical placements (accommodation and travel costs)<\/h4><p><p><span>Clinical placements may incur accommodation, meals and travel costs and these will vary depending on the placement venue (occasionally interstate) and duration. Payment of these costs are the students responsibility.<\/span><\/p><\/p><h4>First aid\/CPR certificate<\/h4><p><p>First Aid and\/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.<br \/><br \/>Depending on a students immunisation history, the overall costs for vaccination may be up to AUD$1030. Students are responsible for all costs incurred. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students will be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check. For information please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service.vic.gov.au\/services\/national-disability-insurance-scheme\" rel=\"nofollow\">Services Victoria<\/a> website. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Uniform and badge<\/h4><p><p>Students should allow approximately AUD$450 for a uniform, name badge and equipment. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; however La Trobe University branded uniform must be purchased from a university approved vendor. These items remain the student's personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": false, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": null }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/student-latrobe.studylink.com", "text": "Apply now" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/s\/home-international", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Top 50 worldwide for nursing*<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications now open<\/h3>\r\n<p>If you already have any Bachelor's degree &ndash; even if it's in another discipline &ndash; you can become a registered nurse (RN) in just two years.<\/p><ul><li>Gain the clinical skills you need to upskill or change careers in the health sector.<\/li><li>Get clinical placement experience at leading regional and rural hospitals and healthcare providers.<\/li><li>Apply what you've learned in our state-of-the-art nursing simulation labs.<\/li><li>International&nbsp;<a data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/other\/la-trobe-high-achiever-scholarship\" data-linkindex=\"1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/scholarships\/other\/la-trobe-high-achiever-scholarship\" style=\"border: 0px\" target=\"_blank\">scholarships<\/a> available at Albury-Wodonga and Mildura campuses.<\/li><li>Graduate ready to make an impact from your first day as a registered nurse (RN).<\/li><\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"ds-footnote\">Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.topuniversities.com\/university-subject-rankings\/nursing\"><cite> QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: Nursing<\/cite><\/a><\/p>", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications now open<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion. 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