Course Notes

• During classes and placement students will need to wear the TAFE SA T-shirt and adhere to uniform requirements, including non-slip waterproof enclosed shoes.
• All international students will be required to undertake a Maths test during the orientation and induction program at TAFE SA (prior to commencing their Diploma) to demonstrate sufficient numeracy (maths) skills. This is a requirement of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council.
• Should the student fail this test, they will be required to undertake the TAFE SA Maths for Nursing short course. This Maths short course is taught online and concurrently during the 1st semester of the Diploma of Nursing. The cost of this unit is approximately $A200.
• International students who fail the Maths for Nursing short course will need to either defer their Diploma of Nursing enrolment until their successful completion of the short course (or an alternative maths unit) or cancel their Diploma of Nursing enrolment. Failure of successfully completing this maths short course (or any maths unit) will mean the student has not satisfied the numeracy requirement.
• This qualification satisfies the academic requirements to be eligible to apply for registration through AHPRA. Graduates will also be required to complete other requirements of registration including evidence of English language skills and gaining a successful International Criminal History Check See http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Process/Criminal-history-checks/International-Criminal-History.aspx for further details.
  For more specific information regarding registration requirements, including English and numeracy requirements see: http://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-and-Endorsement.aspx
• University Packaged Programs, with the three South Australian universities are still in negotiation. It is hoped that they will be available later in 2023.

Fees

These course fees are for international students only.

* International students will be required to pay for their own screenings, checks, vaccinations, First Aid Certificate (including if it expires during your TAFE SA studies), site uniforms and shoes at approximately $A1000-$A1500. International students, who fail the maths test before commencement, will be required to pay for the 'Maths for Nursing' short course at the approximate cost of $A200. Additional mandatory course requirements with upfront fees: • TAFE SA Health Student T-shirt ($33): at least one must be purchased on commencement of the course. • manual Handling for Nurses training $154 • annual Manual Handling and CPR updates $100 Additional course-related expenses you may need to consider: • plain navy/dark blue or black full-length pants • enclosed, non-slip, waterproof shoes • textbooks: a list of recommended resources is provided for each unit/subject • travel, parking and accommodation expenses associated with placement

Note: TAFE SA course tuition and other fees/costs are subject to regular increases and are reviewed annually. TAFE SA accepts applications for courses commencing beyond the current year, course, tuition and other fees/costs for these years will apply once published. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to alter, amend or delete any fee, course, admission requirement, mode of delivery, duration or other arrangement without prior notice. If the study duration is extended beyond the period of the student’s visa the student will be liable for visa and related costs, eg medical examinations, OSHC and living expenses.

Overseas Students Health Cover

All overseas students are required to have Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) insurance for the entire duration of the course. The health cover rate will vary depending on the personal circumstances and duration of stay in Australia. Read more about Overseas Students Health Cover.