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New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)

Qualification
Diploma
NZQF level
5
Duration
Full-time - 1.5 Years (18 months)
Location
Christchurch (Manawa campus) or blended delivery from Canterbury/West Coast
Audience
International students

Entry requirements

NCEA Level 2 including 10 credits Level 1 Mathematics/Numeracy and 12 credits Level 2 Science-rich subjects, OR NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) Health and Science Pathway or recognised equivalent. Additional requirements: self-declaration, personal statement, two references, possible interview, NZ Police vetting, and Children's Act 2014 safety check. Alternative entry possible via skills from work/life experience.

English requirements

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.5)

“Overall IELTS 6.5 Academic; 6.5 Listening; 6.5 Reading; 6.5 Writing; 6.5 Speaking. OET C+ minimum across all bands in one sitting.”

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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 12 July 2026 · always confirm details with Ara Institute of Canterbury before applying.