About the course

Gain the necessary knowledge base, practical skills and attitudes to work safely, effectively and productively with clients within a healthcare setting. With over 1,100 hours of clinical placement you will learn the value of optimising the physical, mental and social wellbeing of people and their communities, promoting balanced lifestyles and supporting people to realise their full potential.

　　On successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing degree, you are supported through the process of registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.

　　Benefit from small classes, dedicated clinically experienced tutors and regular time in our modern clinical skills lab, Pokapu Whaihanga, where you put your new clinical skills into practice.

　　The programme is blended/online. Classes at the Bell Street campus will usually be between 8.30am and 5pm. You will be expected to study approximately 40 hours a week, half of which can be completed in your own time.

　　You will learn how to:

　　Provide safe, caring and evidence-based nursing care.

　　Access, comprehend and assess information from a range of sources.

　　Apply clinical reasoning and judgement to the level of a beginning practitioner, informed by communication and social skills.

　　Work collaboratively as part of team in learning and providing competent and safe nursing care in a variety of settings.

　　Practice within the legal, ethical and cultural safety parameters of the nursing profession in different contexts.

　　Demonstrate professional behaviour consistent and with and informed by a high ethical standard. • engage in self-directed learning and take responsibility for ongoing learning.

　　Integrate Te Tiriti o Waitangi into your professional practice.

　　Develop resilience and demonstrate intellectual independence, critical thinking skills and analytical rigour. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 1 (March), 2022	New Plymouth
February, 2024	New Plymouth
February, 2025	New Plymouth
Term 1 (March), 2025	New Plymouth
February, 2026	New Plymouth

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Institute of Technology

University Entrance, including 14 credits at Level 3 in a NZQA approved science subject. New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) WITT Health Pathway, or equivalent. NZQA approved undergraduate degree.IELTS 6.5 (academic) overall and in every band or equivalent.Certified copy of your academic transcript and/or certificates (translated into English if applicable).Recognition of prior learning. If you have other tertiary qualifications or previous work experience you may be eligible for credit transfers.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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