Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)

The Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7) at Western Institute of Technology is a comprehensive and practice-oriented program designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in the field of nursing. The course covers a wide range of topics, including anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, nursing theories, and clinical practicum. Students will have the opportunity to engage in practical training in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the registered nurse licensing examination and pursue a variety of career paths in nursing.

Additional Information

The program is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a career in nursing but may not have the opportunity to complete a traditional four-year degree program. The Level 7 qualification is recognized by the New Zealand Nursing Council and provides a pathway for students to progress to higher levels of study or practice.

Discover Your Future at Western Institute of Technology

Western Institute of Technology offers a supportive learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced teaching staff. The university is committed to providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their chosen profession. The campus is located in Greymouth, a vibrant city with a rich history and culture.

Learn the necessary knowledge, practical skills and attitudes to work safely, effectively and productively with clients in a healthcare setting and become a registered nurse.

Benefit from small classes, dedicated clinically experienced tutors and regular time in our modern clinical skills lab, Pokapu Whaihanga, where you put your new clinical skills into practice.

You will learn how to:

• Provide safe, caring and evidence-based nursing care.

• Access, comprehend and assess information from a range of sources.

• Apply clinical reasoning and judgement to the level of a beginning practitioner, informed by communication and social skills.

• Work collaboratively as part of team in learning and providing competent and safe nursing care in a variety of settings.

• Practice within the legal, ethical and cultural safety parameters of the nursing profession in different contexts.

• Demonstrate professional behaviour consistent and with and informed by a high ethical standard. • engage in self-directed learning and take responsibility for ongoing learning.

• Integrate Te Tiriti o Waitangi into your professional practice.

• Develop resilience and demonstrate intellectual independence, critical thinking skills and analytical rigour.

New Zealand University Entrance NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include: 

• 14 credits at level 3 in:

• English or an approved literacy subject

• Biology or physical education or chemistry

• One other subject from the list of approved subjects

And Numeracy – 14 credits at Level 1 or above

(for 2020 NCEA learners this will be 12 credits in each of three NZQA approved subjects rather than the standard 14 credits. 

OR 

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) at WITT (Health Pathway)

OR

If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), WITT will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.