Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)

Your nursing career starts here

Start your healthcare career as an Enrolled Nurse. This 18-month full time diploma, located at our Auckland campus, is designed to prepare you for safe, competent, and culturally responsive practice. Enrolled nurses must work with access to, and seek when appropriate, guidance from a registered nurse or other registered health practitioner.*

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Next Cutoff Date: 22nd June 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why study this programme?

Get career-ready in just 18 months

Learn skills to work in a variety of healthcare settings such as aged care, hospitals and community, mental health and addiction services, rehabilitation and disability services.

Real-world clinical experience

Gain over 900 hours of clinical and simulation-based training.

Culturally responsive education

Apply models such as Te Whare Tapa Whā, the Hui Process and Meihana Model, with learning grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Pathway to registration

To work as a registered Enrolled Nurse in New Zealand, you must successfully complete the Diploma in Enrolled Nursing and then pass the State Final Examination set by the Nursing Council of New Zealand.

Support every step of the way

You’ll be guided by experienced educators and connected to leading healthcare providers throughout your training.

What you'll learn

  • In this diploma, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to care for people in real healthcare settings — from hospitals, clinics and community to aged care and mental health services. You’ll learn how to:

    • Work as part of a healthcare team, supporting patients and their whānau

    • Understand the human body and how it functions in sickness and in health

    • Perform a variety of nursing skills from measuring vital signs to managing patient hygiene, mobility and nutrition

    • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues

    • Safely administer medication under the supervision of a Registered Nurse

    • Apply culturally safe and inclusive care guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Hauora Māori models of health

    • Function in a team responding to emergency situations

    • Build confidence through 900+ hours of simulated and hands-on clinical experience

    • Reflect on your practice and prepare for real-world nursing responsibilities

 

Where this can take you

On successful completion of the programme and passing the State Final Examination you will then apply to register as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.

As an EN, you can work in:

  • Hospital settings

  • Urgent care and clinic settings

  • Occupational Health

  • Mental health, addiction, and disability services

  • Residential care

  • Rehabilitation services

  • Community and outreach health services

You may also choose to continue your education through higher level qualifications in nursing or other allied health fields, such as a Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery.

Who this is for

This programme is ideal for:

  • School leavers (with NCEA Level 2 or equivalent)

  • Graduates of the Certificate in Health & Wellbeing programme graduates (Level 3, 4, or higher)

  • People already employed or seeking employment in healthcare

  • Career changers passionate about healthcare and helping others

  • Māori and Pacific learners seeking a culturally supportive study environment

Why choose Healthcare Academy of New Zealand?

We’re more than a place of study — we’re a launchpad for your future healthcare career. HANZ supports learners from all walks of life, with a strong focus on supporting Māori and Pasifika people, and those who are already working in health and community-based care settings.

We offer:

  • Expert tutors and a culturally safe learning environment

  • Practical placements with trusted healthcare partners

  • A seamless journey from class, to real world experience, to career

 

Course Code

Course Title

Level

Credits

EN401

Introduction to Enrolled Nursing

4

15

EN402

Anatomy and Physiology

4

15

EN403

Social Science Applied to Enrolled Nursing Practice

4

15

EN404

Clinical Skills for Enrolled Nurses

4

15

EN503

Practice for Enrolled Nurses in a Rehabilitation and Community Setting

5

30

EN501

Practice for Enrolled Nurses in an Acute Care Setting

5

30

EN502

Practice for Enrolled Nurses in a Mental Health and Addictions Setting

5

30

EN601

Transition to Practice – Clinical Skills

6

30

Credits: 180 total

Total learning hours: 1,800 (includes clinical placements)

To enrol, you’ll need to have completed the following:

Academic Requirements

  • NCEA Level 2 - With a minimum of 80 credits which must include the following:

    • 12 credits in Level 1 Mathematics

    • 10 credits in level 1 English,

    • 58 credits at level 2 or above in English, Mathematics, a science related subject, and one other of choice.

  • If you do not have NCEA level 2, speak with us about what evidence you could provide for evidence of successful completion of study at NZQA level 4 or above within the past five years. This may include:

    • New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Support) (Level 4)

    • New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (level 4)

    • Pre nursing pathway qualification (level 4)

  • English language requirements

    • If English is not your first language, or if you come from a country where English is not the main language used for education, you’ll need to show evidence of your English skills.

    • You must have an Academic IELTS score of 6.5, with no band lower than 6.5, or an equivalent qualification.

    • The test must be taken within two years of the start date of the programme. Your scores must come from one single test (not combined from multiple tests).

  • Additional requirements

    • Included in the entry requirements, you’ll also need to meet the following specific requirements:

      • A current First Aid Certificate

      • Health screening – Some clinical placements may require health screening and up-to-date vaccinations. While this may not be required at the start of the programme, you must be willing to undergo screening and meet these requirements when needed.

      • Two character references – from people who can speak to your suitability for a career in nursing

      • A clear New Zealand Police Vetting result

      • A completed Medical Declaration

      • A personal statement – explaining why you want to become an Enrolled Nurse

      • An interview – with a member/s of the HANZ team

  • Selection Process

    • Applicants for this programme will go through a selection process.

Location:

📍 Auckland

  • Delivery format:

    • In-person, full-time for 18 months

    • Simulated clinical learning on campus

    • Online learning and support through our Learning Management System

    • Clinical placements arranged across our healthcare partner network

You may be able to get Fees Free for the final year of the first provider-based qualification or work-based programme you complete. Final-year Fees Free information is now available at ird.govt.nz/fees-free.

  • This programme is NZQA-approved and eligible for:

    • Student Loans

    • Student Allowances (for domestic students)

  • Course Costs

    • Tuition fees: $12,432.00

    • Student Services Levy: $350

  • Additional Costs

There are additional cost requirements as part of this programme:

  • A Nursing Kit is required - $120

  • A scrub shirt is required - $45

  • Students must have a basic CPR certificate to enrol - costs vary from $90 - $250

  • A Medical Declaration is required for admission. Costs dependant on your GP.

 

Course Start Dates

 

Cut off date for Domestic enrolments is 10 days prior to start date.

 

Apply to study with Healthcare Academy NZ

To enrol at The Healthcare Academy of New Zealand, fill out a few details below. From there, you can either go straight to our full application form or wait for one of our team to get in contact with you in the next few days.

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*A health practitioner is a person who is registered under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 - for example, a nurse practitioner, midwife or medical practitioner.

 

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