Nursing
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Become an enrolled nurse, working under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide nursing care in community, residential, and hospital settings. This 18-month diploma provides the required skills and training to work as an enrolled nurse in a range of healthcare environments.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Porirua campus, Porirua
It will take a total of 18 months

Provide safe and appropriate nursing care for individuals in a range of settings under the direction of a registered nurse.

Support clients and patients with their daily living activities and help promote their independence and dignity.

Demonstrate effective communication skills and work collaboratively as part of a health care team.
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.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2, including 12 credits in Level 1 Mathematics; or equivalent study/work experience.

Healthcare
Community Health
Nursing

Enrolled Nurse in community, residential, or hospital settings
Healthcare support roles under registered nurse supervision
Nursing
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Become an enrolled nurse, working under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide nursing care in community, residential, and hospital settings. This 18-month diploma provides the required skills and training to work as an enrolled nurse in a range of healthcare environments.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Porirua campus, Porirua
It will take a total of 18 months

Provide safe and appropriate nursing care for individuals in a range of settings under the direction of a registered nurse.

Support clients and patients with their daily living activities and help promote their independence and dignity.

Demonstrate effective communication skills and work collaboratively as part of a health care team.
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.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2, including 12 credits in Level 1 Mathematics; or equivalent study/work experience.

Healthcare
Community Health
Nursing

Enrolled Nurse in community, residential, or hospital settings
Healthcare support roles under registered nurse supervision
Evidence of suitability: interview, health declaration, safety check, and referee reports.
Safety check under Children's Act (2014): includes reference, work history, identity check, police vet, and safety assessment.
Evidence of suitability: interview, health declaration, safety check, and referee reports.
Safety check under Children's Act (2014): includes reference, work history, identity check, police vet, and safety assessment.