Diploma of Health Sciences (077120M) + Bachelor of Nursing (113570D)

La Trobe University is one of Australia’s leading health education providers and can give students the best possible head start their career as a health professional.

The Diploma of Health Sciences provides an introduction into a range of health professions, and can help them discover their ideal role in the rapidly evolving health sector.

Students will be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems. They will also begin to learn how the particular characteristics and actions of a person can impact health and welfare.

By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Nursing, Students will:

• develop a strong foundation in acute care, chronic illness, Indigenous health, mental health, rehabilitation, community and emergency care, biosciences and research • gain in-demand employability skills in leadership, time management, critical thinking and communication, giving you the confidence to make ethical clinical decisions with empathy and compassion • tailor your skills with minors in mental health, child, family and community health or rural health • benefit from placements with our partners, preparing you to step into employment once you graduate • graduate ready to apply to become a registered nurse (RN) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).