Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 4:46 AM AWST
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Advanced Diploma of Nursing
Advanced Diploma of Nursing
HLT64115
AZA2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 08/12/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of enrolled nurses with advanced skills who work in a specialised area of nursing practice. At this level, enrolled nurses integrate and adapt specialised, technical and theoretical knowledge to address a diverse range of clinical situations and challenges in their area of specialisation. They contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practice using research and participation in broader organisational quality processes. Enrolled nurses retain responsibility for their own actions while remaining accountable to the Registered Nurse/Midwife for all delegated functions.
Note that the scope of practice for this job role is determined by state and territory legislative requirements and the policies and procedures of the employing organisation. Users of this qualification must refer to those instruments in the development of training and assessment strategies.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective units HLTAID005, HLTAID007 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the units HLTAID013, HLTAID015 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10)- three (3) core units
- seven (7) elective units, consisting of:
- units required for one (1) specialisation as detailed below
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome
Packaging Rules for each specialisation:
Five (5) Group A electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN023 and HLTENN024, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care)
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Aged care and individual support work)
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Critical care)
Five (5) Group D electives, including CHCMHS005, CHCMHS006 and HLTENN031, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental health)
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Perioperative)
All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Renal care)
Five (5) Group G electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN016 and HLTENN032, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Rural and remote)
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AB87 | Acute Care |
| AB89 | Aged Care and Individual Support Work |
| AB90 | Mental Health |
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVZ97 | HLTENN020 | Conduct clinical assessments | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ83 | HLTENN034 | Contribute to the improvement of clinical practice | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ84 | HLTENN033 | Research and report on nursing trends and practice | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units – Acute Care Specialisation
Five (5) Group A electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN023 and HLTENN024, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA10 | HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 250 | Unit of competency |
| AWA07 | HLTENN010 | Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ93 | HLTENN024 | Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWA00 | HLTENN017 | Apply nursing practice in the orthopaedic care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ89 | HLTENN028 | Apply nursing practice in the paediatric care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ99 | HLTENN018 | Apply nursing practice in the rehabilitation care setting | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ94 | HLTENN023 | Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ92 | HLTENN025 | Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units – Aged Care and Individual Support Specialisation
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Aged care and individual support work).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA07 | HLTENN010 | Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ88 | HLTENN029 | Apply nursing practice in the contemporary aged care setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVC26 | CHCCSM002 | Implement case management practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVC10 | CHCDIS010 | Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVC87 | CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units – Critical Care Specialisation
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Critical care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA10 | HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 250 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ93 | HLTENN024 | Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ96 | HLTENN021 | Apply nursing practice in the critical care setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWA01 | HLTENN016 | Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ94 | HLTENN023 | Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units – Mental Health Specialisation
Five (5) Group D electives, including CHCMHS005, CHCMHS006 and HLTENN031, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental health).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVZ86 | HLTENN031 | Apply nursing practice in the contemporary mental health care setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVB64 | CHCMHS006 | Facilitate the recovery process with the person, family and carers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC26 | CHCCSM002 | Implement case management practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVC73 | CHCCCS003 | Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVB65 | CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVC58 | CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations | 40 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Elective Units – Perioperative Specialisation
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Perioperative).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA10 | HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 250 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ93 | HLTENN024 | Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ91 | HLTENN026 | Apply nursing practice in the perioperative setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ94 | HLTENN023 | Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVA29 | HLTINF003 | Implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F Elective Units – Renal Care Specialisation
All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Renal care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA10 | HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 250 | Unit of competency |
| AVA29 | HLTINF003 | Implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVC26 | CHCCSM002 | Implement case management practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ38 | HLTRNL002 | Provide care and support to a person undergoing renal replacement therapy | 125 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ39 | HLTRNL001 | Support a person with chronic kidney disease | 50 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G Elective Units – Rural and Remote Specialisation
Five (5) Group G electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN016 and HLTENN032, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Rural and remote).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWA10 | HLTENN007 | Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy | 250 | Unit of competency |
| AWA01 | HLTENN016 | Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWA02 | HLTENN015 | Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ85 | HLTENN032 | Apply nursing practice in the rural and remote setting | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWA03 | HLTENN014 | Contribute to maternal and infant health care | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVB65 | CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | 80 | Unit of competency |
9. Other Electives
Up to two (2) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D111 | HLT61107 | Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGW6 | HLT64121 | Advanced Diploma of Nursing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who are currently working in Australia as an enrolled nurse and hold current registration as an enrolled nurse without notation with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au
No other licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication
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