The New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5) at Whitireia and WelTec is an 18-month full-time programme. It prepares students to become enrolled nurses who assist registered nurses in delivering nursing care across various community, residential, and hospital contexts. The programme includes a blend of theoretical classroom study and practical clinical placements, combining face-to-face and online learning. Students who complete the qualification must sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand State Final Examinations and are eligible to apply for registration as an enrolled nurse.

Course Content

• Foundations of nursing care and comfort for individuals and groups

• Supporting clients with activities of daily living

• Observation and reporting on patient conditions and behaviours

• Safeguarding patient dignity and promoting independence

• Nursing assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation (as part of a team)

• Delegated clinical interventions

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Healthcare ethics and safety

• Professional standards for health and social services

• Blended learning: face-to-face, online sessions, clinical simulation, practical placements