Starting Diploma of Enrolled Nursing at TAFE in AU. What does it take? What are additional costs?

Hi everyone and welcome to my new videos of Nursing Series.
I finally have dedicated some time to start recording these type of videos where I`m planning to share with you about my experience of being an Enrolled Nursing student at TAFE Queensland, Australia.
I will divide each topic into a specific video giving more details on each.
The reason why I have decided to record such series is because I had many people from mums forums and also my friends from other states of Australia asking me about this course and how it was like to study a full-time.
I understand that nursing is a very popular profession this days. It was, is and will always stay on demand. Therefore, many people choose this field as a stable source of income till the rest of their lives. Even though it`s not an easy job to be honest.
I hope I will cover all information that I`ve been asked about during these 18 months of studying and also if you have any questions, please leave them in the comment section below. I`ll be happy to answer them all or combine it into a new video.
Thank you for watching!

[@anais9072]

Thanks so much for your video! It actually gives me so much insights for a move that will change my life :)

[@marynajolly315]

Hi Yana, thanks for this loaded video👍 great source of information. I have started my Diploma of EN at TAFE, thanks for answering all my questions prior enrolment🥰

[@yana.miller]

Congratulations on your new journey! Wish you all the best with your studies 😊 I'm glad my videos were helpful.

[@SLVRsongbird]

Thankyou for making these videos! They are very helpful and informative :)

[@denevenevandenheever6515]

Thank you for your video. This is great and now I know what to prepare for

[@yana.miller]

You are very welcome :) Good luck!

[@ThuScandurra]

Hi Yana, I been really enjoying your series on Nursing. Thank you for making it. I've just been offered a place in the DoN at Tafe in NSW and super excited to start. I just want to add that while I was preparing for the interview portion of the application process it was very hard to find info on interview questions for the interview. I just had my interview yesterday and thought while I still remember I will post what I remember here for future people who might be looking for these questions. Below are what I was asked in my 10mins interview with 2 teachers from Tafe. 1. Tell me about yourself. 2. Tell me about a time you were in a difficult situation. 3. If a patient tell you they're in pain and ask for panadol what would you do? 4. You are looking after 2 patient. I is screaming in pain and the other wants a bedpan. What do you do? 5. Family visiting a patient said that they're (family) is in pain and need panadol. What do you do? Hope this questions help future students to be more prepared then me. Goodluck to everyone who wants to follow this career path.

[@yana.miller]

You're are very welcome! And thank you for sharing the question from your interview with others! 🙂 Wish you all the best in your nursing journey ❤️

[@hughconboy4601]

I'm thinking of starting with the diploma of nursing. I have finished a bachelor of psychological science and got a course transfer into the 2nd year of bachelor of nursing. I have shown knowledge gaps in pharmacology.

[@cecmaher6134]

Hi Yana, im now accepted to start in April, i am 55, I have always worked in medical practices and assisted in many procedures. How many ratio of older students did you encounter. I am finding your videos v motivating and i congratulate you

[@yana.miller]

Hi Cec! Congratulations on starting your studies! How exciting, hey! 🙂 Back then we had a mix ages class, with students ranging from highschool leavers to around 55yo as you are. Your age was around 3/4 of the class. And most of them same as you have been already working in medical field either as carers or AINs. All the best with your diploma and future career opportunities ☺️

[@kr6604]

Hi there! I’m absolutely loving going through each and every nursing video you have uploaded. I was just wondering regarding placement do the hospitals look down on those who can’t actually do super late shifts every single time? I’ve applied for diploma of nursing and i have 2 kids so i’m a bit worried they will make me do loads of late shift and i may not always be able too

[@yana.miller]

Hi, thank you! ☺️ I think it will depend on the facilitator and your circumstances. But just have a chat with them. Usually TAFE and uni would worn students to be mindful about placement commitment, because it involves shift rotations and prolong attendance (120 or 160 hours durations). As students they want us to be able to experience different loads of AM and PM shifts. But yeah, as I said, just have a chat with them and see what can be done. I wish you luck either way 🙂

[@zafiakhan1508]

Hi K R You will either have morning shift or PM shift. So first stage you will have 2weeks placement and 2nd stage 4weeks and 3rd stage I think is 4 or 6 weeks.

[@bartbug1]

@@zafiakhan1508 Hi Zafia, could you tell me if these times (10 or 12 weeks) is over the entire 18 months Diploma Course? Thanks for your info to.

[@mariamnaqvi1380]

Thankyou so much for making these videos. Can you please make a video of nursing school must haves? I'm about to start my course in July and very stressed what to buy and what not. Thankyou.

[@tanujasingh9393]

Was bksb exam was easy or difficult

[@therobboscouples2298]

Hi thanks for this vid. Would u mind to do a content an examples of math is in the exam. And pls clarify more ielts I mean did u do ielts first before study diploma or U studied ielts while doing diploma

[@kimdowling3102]

Hi Yana, thank you for your videos! They are very informative and it's great to be able to hear about the course from someone who has gone through it :) I remember you mentioned in one of your videos that you have starting paying back to your VET student loan. Can you tell me how much comes out of your pay each week? Is it only around $20-30? Thank you.

[@yana.miller]

It comes out always different because I work as casual and therefore my income every fortnight changes. Not much but still. Sometimes they take around $20 or $40 or 50. Sometimes more. And sometimes nothing at all. I guess they estimate with each pay how much it would be per year and then withdraw a certain percentage.

[@veronicaj2691]

Thank you soo much for this video, you have answered my basic questions, great information. I feel more confident right now. You have great English, can you please tell me what was your result in IELTS? This test seems quite hard.

[@yana.miller]

you're welcome 😊 back then I didn't need to do IELTS to start my Diploma of EN. However, I did this test earlier before my studies, and got 7.5 and 6.5 in my categories.

[@Nah-ah]

I am quite annoyed about having to do the IELTS test now that it’s a requirement! I would’ve preferred to do it later if I were to apply for my registration which makes more sense.

[@Katniverse]

Nora G same here!! Im looking into studying it but idk if im ready for IELTS just yet

[@12345delmar1]

Thank you for sharing your video. May I ask the lists of vaccines that needed to be done please? Thanks

[@yana.miller]

You are welcome 😃 If you follow this link and click on "important information" by scrolling a bit down you should be able to see the whole list of required vaccinations: tafeqld.edu.au/courses/17738/diploma-of-nursing

[@feliciamichel6732]

Hello! Thanks for making this video. I just wanted to ask.. i am intending to do this course soon but im afraid if the study gonna be so so hard, or you dont have free time to do part time job at least 2 days to work, are the assignments gonna take so much times 😭 please if you have any advices for me

[@yana.miller]

Hi, I was able to work 3 days a week in casual pool. That way I had more control over my studies especially during assessment times and prac. Studies are moderately hard, but it's different for everyone. All I can say, is that everyone can do it if you put your energy to it and if you genuinely have interest in nursing 🙂 All the best!

[@informativebackgroundmusic9010]

Haha, I have the same problem of nose running. I think it’s because of being nervous 😟

[@yana.miller]

lol I`m not alone! yeah, I guess it is somehow linked to being nervous

[@p_strg]

Hi Yana, I would like some tips and informations about diploma of EN interview please. If i pass the interview, I will study the course in Sep intake. I’m so nervous. I love your videos!! Thank you so much in advance.

[@yana.miller]

My interview was over the phone and pretty basic. Just asking why you want to study this course and what you've been doing before in terms of jobs and other studies. Just be yourself and talk freely. I'm sure they will love your answers. You seem very excited about nursing. They need students like you 🙂

[@cklin3289]

New Subscriber here. Thinking of changing career and this vid is very helpful. thank you this is very informative :)

[@yana.miller]

I'm glad I could help and inspire you my friend 😊 Good luck with your new career!

[@cklin3289]

@@yana.miller thank you. All the best for you as well. ❤

[@aminaaden5046]

Starting my diploma of nursing this July.

[@yana.miller]

Congrats! Enjoy your studies 😊

[@shamsazahid5647]

Hi

[@Howtosearch-xi3wr]

good vid but 56 mins is quite long, would u be able to write dot points of what are you going to be talking about. thank you

[@lukmiu]

Hello Yaua, i've decided to have a change in my life and pursuit my nursing childhood dream, and your videos are inspiring! Originally wanna go for TAFE EN, then i saw some Uni have 2 years accelerated RN programs which could save one year time. If May i ask do you know about accelerated programs and your opinion on these programs ? i will be studying full time but i just a bit worry on the course workloads compare with 3 days EN workload, and also the vacancies of the program and TAFE EN. thank you and i love your photo shootings as well :) (i'm a photographer some years ago) Cheers & Stay Healthy

[@yana.miller]

Oh thank you Lukmiu :) Yeah, I miss photography. I wish I could do it more, but at the moment my studies and work take all my time. Yes, I`ve heard about fast-track RN degrees. Although I don`t know the exact load of this course if you talk about amount of days per week as a full-time attendance, but it is still 6 semesters length with the amount of units (or information) that 3 year course would have. As an example I will give you this link to one of Tasmania`s Universities to have a better understanding: www.utas.edu.au/courses/chm/courses/h3v-bachelor-of-nursing-fast-track-st-vincents#entry-requirements If you go to "Course Structure", you will be able to see the amount of units + clinical pracs per each semester. Also you can read there about their entry requirements for this type of course, including ATAR score. I think the best way is to directly call the uni at the state you live in. But first, do a research to see which uni offers this program. If I`m not mistaken, they may have an intake this September. Good luck :)

[@vivenrodrigo8685]

I had a look at this FAST RN as well, but the uni that offered them is not reputable in my opinion. Search for reviews and specifically the employee reviews. it's superficial, but to me it matters how the organization's treat their employees.

[@lukmiu]

Viven Rodrigo , I wonder where could I find these reviews, I would focus on the uni’s student support and facility rather than employee thing, once we got the RN , I believe we have options to choose employer

[@vivenrodrigo8685]

There's not going to be consistency and proper delivery of program if there is a high turn over of employees in a university.

[@lukmiu]

@@vivenrodrigo8685 oh i see your point now, well said

[@sandahabek3003]

I can't decide between TAFE QLD and Mater Education? I would like to work only with babies in the future, because of my stuttering issues. Can you give me an advice, on which Course I have to go? Thank you!

[@yana.miller]

Hi Sandra, as far as I know Mater Education provides same 18 month full-time study course for Enrolled Nursing as TAFE does. I`m not sure about price ranges though. If you wanna work with babies, why don`t you find a midwifery/nursing dual course? This will safe your time and will allow you to work with babies in the future. Or you can do your EN diploma through Mater Education and then undergo an additional education towards mother and babies cares: www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/Course/Mother-and-Infant-Care-for-Enrolled-Nurses

[@dmstrawberrycocoaweb9254]

Who else got help with the BKSB math test. That one was bloody hard ;)

[@sarahjones6346]

Hi, Thanks fro your videos. I’m 51 years old and am very keen to start tafe to study nursing. I’m just wondering if I’d handle the workload. Thanks

[@yana.miller]

Hi, you're welcome! 🙂 It's hard for me to tell whether you will handle the load or not without knowing your life circumstances. But in general I had a lot of students in your age who have completed the course with me in time and everything was good for them. Either way, I'm wishing you all the best if you decide to give it a go ☺️

[@su4741]

I finished diploma in nursing back in Nepal, but I came to Aus to do bachelor in nursing but bachelor is very difficult . I was thinking to join Diploma in nursing this July 2020 intake. Is it hard? I would like to know how big is the assessment? How many units each semester ? How many placement in 18 months course? It would be very helpful for me.

[@yana.miller]

Hi Suruchi! I actually have videos covering all your questions: Information about first semester of EN diploma - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKvWcqt-fJ5km5o First placement: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6u0eKKCiNOLgMU 2nd and 3rd semesters: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHnaiqmDfNhphtE 2nd and 3rd semester clinical placements - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6vHY3huprWHnrM Hope it helps :)

[@tomoyouehara1245]

Hi Thank you very much for your video. It is very helpful. I am 32 years old and wondering if it is too late to start. Is there people around my age or older in your class? Also, is it possible to work as AIN while you study diploma course as I am worried financially while studying full time or part-time.

[@yana.miller]

You're welcome 😃 oh yes, heaps of your age and older. Some have been working as carers for years and then decided to upgrade. And some have chosen a career change. It depends on your family commitments I would say. But generally yes, it is possible. I did and still do while completing my RN degree.

[@yana.miller]

I have a video about finding a job in aged care after your first placement in Diploma of EN. If you are interested, here is a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGfTnp5nqcprr6c

[@tomoyouehara1245]

@@yana.miller thank you for advice!!!! I need to figure out the tuition fee and do IELTS test first ~. I look forward to watching more of you're video.

[@yana.miller]

@@tomoyouehara1245 You are welcome 😃 I hope my videos will be helpful! General course fee will depend on the state you are in and also year, because every year the price changes. When I started, it was 21k for 18 month. Now it a bit less. They have all information online.

[@denevenevandenheever6515]

上原智世 follow your dream. Go for the diploma in Nursing. Many doors will open up for you. 🙏

[@YogeshYogesh-yy1pu]

Hi Yana, can you tell me about how to crack entrance test in the tafe Qld

[@TheNottysaint]

Hi Yana, Have you got a video on numeracy test for medicine calculations?

[@yana.miller]

Hi there! No, I don't tbh. During bksb numeracy test they don't ask you to calculate meds yet. It's more a general math test with metric conversions and formula's like algebra that you have studies at your high school. There are websites online where you can practice bksb test for numeracy and English for free.

[@nadhiraali5061]

@@yana.miller where can I find the website

[@nadhiraali5061]

@@yana.miller where can I find the website

[@danielgfrost]

Hi, i was wondering how many men are in the field? what about in aged care? do the mature ladies have problems with men caring for them?

[@yana.miller]

Men are not many if to compare to amount of women. Aged care has about quarter of man working there vs women nurses. I would say there are more male AINs than male nurses. Only some women in aged care would prefer male not to do their cares. Other don't care. That's from my experience.

[@venuskiyawan7156]

Hi gorgeous, I will be taking the entrance exam, hope very soon. Can you please kindly recommend some reading materials for me? Thank you for your videos, they are very helpful...

[@yana.miller]

Hi there :) I assume you live outside Australia, cause here we don`t have any exams prior to your nursing studies apart from English test and math. As for math, just review your formulas from high school and conversion metrics.

[@tanujasingh9393]

How was ur bksb is? Is that tough

[@naddy.s5429]

Hiii I’m not sure if it’s a stupid question, but do tafe nursing student have to wear uniform everyday for class? Lol

[@yana.miller]

Hi, no they don't have to. Only to labs once a week. If you have classes together with labs on that day, then you just wear uniform the whole day.

[@sarahmclaare1895]

Hi Yana, Thanks for making the videos its very informative , I wanted to ask where can we get the books for the course semester wise respectively . Could u provide with the list of books used during the course . Is the course hard like assignments and other things. I have sent u mail do check it

[@yana.miller]

Hi Sarah! I've seen your email, but had no time to respond yet. I'll film a video regarding books and some of your questions from email because many people have asked the same.

[@zafiakhan1508]

Thank you for sharing this video. I am nearly 40yrs old I always wanted to be a nurse but I couldn’t because of family reasons. Is still possible for me to study at this age?

[@yana.miller]

You are welcome! :) I think it`s a personal choice of everyone individually, but just saying that I had a lot of students with me in the class who were in their different ages but yet taking an opportunity to either change the careers or just pursuing their dream of becoming a nurse. I think its never too late really.

[@KS2127_]

Go for it Zafia 🙂 it is definitely possible!! I have women who are studying their diploma with me who are 40+ and they bring so much knowledge into the class room just from their life experiences.

[@zafiakhan1508]

OD Illy & Londyn Thank you 😊 I have enrolled and also done my BKSB test now. It’s so good to see how everyone is so supportive.

[@KS2127_]

Zafia Khan yay!!! All the best with your studies 🙂 you got this!

[@zafiakhan1508]

Keita Southon Thank you 😊

[@preparationoftheelect2023]

Hi Yana; i have a question, do i need a blue card to become a EN?

[@yana.miller]

Hi there! I needed mine when I had a clinical prac. Tafe should let you know when you commence your studies. Otherwise, I barely use mine at work.

[@preparationoftheelect2023]

@@yana.miller thankyou Yana; have a great night/morning

[@arieldamaskopoulos4094]

Which units took the longest to study for you? Or do they all run for the same time

[@yana.miller]

They all run for the same time pretty much, maybe the difference in a week or so between some of them.

[@vinugathiman3232]

Hi im a sri lankan nurse with thee year government nursing diploma .twelve year experience .can i join as an enrolled nurse in australia ?

[@yana.miller]

Hi Vinuga, check this website: ielts.com.au/australia/prepare/article-migration-to-australia-for-nurses

[@florenlo1478]

I am wondering is dip of nursing could apply visa 485 in AU after you have graduated and registered to be a enrolled nurse in AHRPA?

[@yana.miller]

Sorry buddy but I`m not sure about visas and stuff. You better of to consult with migration agent.

[@Monster-uh4xc]

After completing this diploma course am i eligible for 2 yr stay back? Is it hard to get work for international students?

[@yana.miller]

Hi, what do you mean by '2 years stay back'? I`m not sure about employment for international students sorry.

[@denevenevandenheever6515]

I’m in NSW and when I look at applying for the EN studies the class is already full 😞.

[@yana.miller]

Sorry to hear about that! We are getting closer now to mid year semester, which means it will start soon. Maybe that`s why all the spots were taking. But sometimes it also depends on the demand in the area of the campus. I would suggest to (if distance of travelling is not very important) apply in another nearest campus. And then for the next semester transfer back to your area. Trust me, many students after first few weeks of study decide that nursing is not for them and withdraw before census date. Good luck :)

[@KF-zs8oq]

I just got in by luck this year I'd been applying for 2 years to so many it is competitive so you have to really plan ahead I applied enrolled 8 months before the intake after 4 rejections from TAFE as well as interviews and ALOT of documents I had to chase around to get finally got accepted it's a hard course to get into in nsw it gets full so quickly I'm paying a bit more and going to a private collage because it was the only one that accepted me and it also was a month before I for sure had a place , don't give up

[@tanujasingh9393]

@@KF-zs8oq so ur doing ur dimploma from private collge . If u have more information share with me bec I was suffering from same

[@shamsazahid5647]

@@tanujasingh9393 hi

[@tanujasingh9393]

I don't have maths in my high-school just have biology subject. So is that I can't take admission .

[@yana.miller]

The best way is to call Tafe directly and ask. But also you will be doing your bksb test prior to your enrollment anyway, which includes maths and literacy. So this way they will check your math knowledge before enrolling you. I think you need to gain score 3 and above to pass.

[@tanujasingh9393]

@@yana.miller can u make a separate video about this exam . It's lit bit confusing for us . Like this exam same as ielts or not about interview

[@yana.miller]

@@tanujasingh9393 Ok, I will

[@gellyfilmz]

How many days per week is the shedule?

[@yana.miller]

Hi, was three days for me

[@ARU-fn4qt]

I am doing my 10+2 commerce without maths in india, can I do bachelor of nursing in Australia

[@yana.miller]

Hi there! I`m not sure, but your math from school may be enough for enrollment. Although I am in no means a specialist in this matter. I am only a regular student who shares the experience. I would suggest to check varies universities here in Australia and read more about their requirements and recommended prior studies. These are the requirements of the uni I am studying at for you to start with: www.usc.edu.au/study/courses-and-programs/bachelor-degrees-undergraduate-programs/bachelor-of-nursing-science

[@ARU-fn4qt]

@@yana.miller thank you very much for the information

[@candacefoods]

Please is this course offered to international students?

[@yana.miller]

Yes

[@candacefoods]

I left high school since 2015 can I still use the result ? And it’s equivalent to Year 12 certificate in Australia

[@yana.miller]

@@candacefoods I think it's something you need to discuss with TAFE or other course provider you're planning to study with. Good luck!

[@amrutapol9550]

Hi! Ma'am.. please tell me the name of the books for preparing numeracy and literacy for taking admission in tafensw for diploma of nursing...please guide how to prepare for the entrance test and books. Thanks

[@yana.miller]

I didn`t use any books really. For math just review your basic formulas that you have studied through the high school. And for English it was use of grammar and understanding of paraphrasing. It is not very difficult.

[@amrutapol9550]

@@yana.miller thanks a lot ma'am..

[@shamsazahid5647]

Hi

[@mattbond5074]

would converse shoes be ok?

[@yana.miller]

Converse shoes have few problems for nursing field: the fabric type and white rubber bottom. TAFE is very strict on professional appearance, therefore shoes should be fully black with no bright labels or any sort of bright colour designs. Therefore, white rubber bottom is not a best choice. As for fabric, think about it this way - if you dropped a syringe with open needle on your foot, what would be the consequences? Especially if the needle was used on a patient for injection. That`s why shoes should be made of leather to protect you, fully black for a professional appearance and in my personal opinion very comfy cause you`ll be running on the floor for long hours during 3-4 weeks of your full-time placement.

[@vivenrodrigo8685]

Hi Yana. I've enrolled to do fulltime as well with tafe . I'm just wondering, how hard is it? you think it's possible to get it done within 1 year?

[@yana.miller]

Hi there! Congratulations 😃 I'm not sure if you can shrink the course of 18 months length into one year. When I was a tafe student, we had a standard number of subjects per each semester. It's not like a uni where you can pick. Here it's pretty much all prepared for you. Therefore I'm not sure. I guess you'll need to call Tafe to confirm.

[@jialilyu7000]

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