Accredited course Outline
22/07/2026 5:29 PM AWST
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Certificate IV in Preparation for Nursing Education
Certificate IV in Preparation for Nursing Education
52689WA
3728
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Description
The course is intended to give candidates the underpinning knowledge and skills to meet the entry requirements for Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing),
This course will provide the underpinning knowledge of human anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, health mathematics and the application of the fundamentals of physics and chemistry to nursing practice. Students will also develop an understanding of how microbiology is related to health care and the use of effective academic skills, including word-processed presentation of work.
Schedule
1. Core Units
Complete all core units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0786 | BSBITU303A | Design and produce text documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| 35860 | Develop effective academic skills | 40 | Module | |
| 35862 | Develop knowledge of microbiology for use in health settings | 30 | Module | |
| 35859 | Develop understanding of human anatomy & physiology | 60 | Module | |
| D0835 | BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| 35864 | Use fundamentals of physics and chemistry in a health context | 35 | Module | |
| 35861 | Use mathematics in nursing applications | 45 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7164 | 52386 | Certificate IV in Preparation for Entry into Nursing | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCY91 | 52831WA | Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies | Accredited course |