Nursing
A course by
EIT
A full-time, 18-month Level 5 diploma designed to prepare students for registration as an Enrolled Nurse in New Zealand, with hands-on clinical experience and strong employment prospects.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier
It will take a total of 18 months

Apply knowledge and skills in nursing care across rehabilitation, acute care, mental health, and the community.

Fulfill requirements for application to the Nursing Council of New Zealand for registration as an enrolled nurse.

Show professional integrity, empathy, responsibility, and commitment to lifelong learning in nursing.
The NZ Diploma in Enrolled Nursing provides students with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in nursing, social sciences, and the human body. It prepares graduates to work in clinical settings across acute care, mental health, community, and rehabilitation, and allows them to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as an Enrolled Nurse. The programme is suitable for school leavers and those employed or seeking employment in health care, and features both simulated and real-world clinical environments.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 (including 12 credits in Level 1 Mathematics) OR EIT NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3 or 4) OR equivalent OR evidence of ability to succeed as determined by Admissions Committee
Two confidential references

Healthcare
Nursing

Enrolled nurse in hospitals
Rehabilitation wards
Acute care settings
Mental health and addiction services
Nursing
A course by
EIT
A full-time, 18-month Level 5 diploma designed to prepare students for registration as an Enrolled Nurse in New Zealand, with hands-on clinical experience and strong employment prospects.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier
It will take a total of 18 months

Apply knowledge and skills in nursing care across rehabilitation, acute care, mental health, and the community.

Fulfill requirements for application to the Nursing Council of New Zealand for registration as an enrolled nurse.

Show professional integrity, empathy, responsibility, and commitment to lifelong learning in nursing.
The NZ Diploma in Enrolled Nursing provides students with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in nursing, social sciences, and the human body. It prepares graduates to work in clinical settings across acute care, mental health, community, and rehabilitation, and allows them to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as an Enrolled Nurse. The programme is suitable for school leavers and those employed or seeking employment in health care, and features both simulated and real-world clinical environments.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 (including 12 credits in Level 1 Mathematics) OR EIT NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3 or 4) OR equivalent OR evidence of ability to succeed as determined by Admissions Committee
Two confidential references

Healthcare
Nursing

Enrolled nurse in hospitals
Rehabilitation wards
Acute care settings
Mental health and addiction services
Current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate (or evidence of enrolment/intention to complete)
Ministry of Justice Criminal Convictions record
Health declaration (and any health-related reports, if requested)
Interview may be required
Community healthcare settings
Current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate (or evidence of enrolment/intention to complete)
Ministry of Justice Criminal Convictions record
Health declaration (and any health-related reports, if requested)
Interview may be required
Community healthcare settings