Recently, the Australian Government has decided that mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are now required for all Aged Care Workers 

• This requirement will also apply to nursing students completing a clinical placement in an aged care setting. 
• To meet this requirement, you must have received your first COVID-19 vaccine by mid-September 2021 
• You will need to confirm vaccination to be eligible for clinical placement. 
• Please consult your GP for further advice on suitable COVID-19 vaccines for you.

Up to date immunisations are already a requirement for all nursing students attending clinical placements, including annual flu vaccinations, in line with state and national health department directives.

You can find information on your immunisation requirements in your Student Handbook. This handbook will also provide you with information on other mandatory documents you need to have completed such as police checks.

Clinical placement update for nursing students

Clinical practical sessions and clinical placements for nursing students continue to be negatively impacted by COVID-19 restrictions. Due to the government lockdowns across the states impacting our ability to open campus we are unable to conduct the required practical sessions. We will continue to monitor the government advice closely and will update you as soon as we are able to open our campuses again to restart practical sessions.

Clinical placements are based on decisions by the respective health care facilities who make decisions regarding their capacity to take students for clinical placement, we continue to work closely with our industry partners to confirm placements as soon as we can. We know these changes and delays can be frustrating and confusing. We also know that any lockdowns can create a backlog of placements, we will continue to keep you updated on practical sessions and placements.

Vaccination requirements

COVID-19 vaccination requirements are also subject to change. Please note that the requirements to have the COVID-19 vaccine is a requirement of our partner facilities and/or government requirements due to the current COVID-19 outbreaks around the country, not a Think Education or Torrens University directive yet we do support industry decisions for your safety and the safety of the community.

How to access the vaccination

Nursing students are considered healthcare workers and are eligible for vaccination. Students can use the eligibility checker to check the availability of local appointments. Further information on the Australian Government’s vaccination program is available on the Department of Health website. If you have any questions or concerns relating to the vaccine, you should discuss these with your local doctor or your state vaccination centre.

Nursing updates by state

Supporting you through your studies is a high priority for us.

All nursing campuses have staff dedicated to supporting students such as the Program Coordinator and Learning Advisor.

Counselling services are also available.

Clinical Placement

• HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing students are required to undertake 400 hours of unpaid Clinical Placements which may be located anywhere in Australia.
• Bachelor of Nursing students are required to undertake 840 hours of unpaid Clinical Placements which may be located anywhere in Australia.

InPlace 

InPlace is your system for managing nursing clinical placements (work-integrated learning). InPlace is a central hub for all information relating to placement including your placement allocation, required documentation and industry information. The system provides instant access to your allocated placement information anywhere, anytime on any device. Access InPlace and log in using your student email

Clinical Placement Handbook 

This handbook is intended to inform Nursing students, University staff and Agency personnel about clinical placement requirements and expectations including professional behaviour. It is a requirement that all Students Nurses read this document prior to and during each clinical placement and reflect upon the policy statements so they understand their obligations and responsibilities. Please read the document thoroughly and reach out to the Faculty of Nursing if you have any questions or are unsure at any stage

• BN Student Clinical Placement Handbook 

Fitness for Practice Form 

Bachelor of Nursing students are required to complete and sign the 'Fitness for Practice' form prior to clinical placement. If you are unsure about the requirements outlined in this form you should seek advice from your Clinical Placement Coordinator.

• Fitness for Practice form 

Clinical Simulation Labs

All nursing students have access to Clinical Simulation Labs where experienced educators will teach required skills and assist in linking theory to practice.  All lab sessions are compulsory. Correct uniform is required to be worn when attending these lab sessions.

Professional behaviour

• Standards for Practice: Enrolled Nurses/Registered Nurses 
• Social Media Policy

Uniform Requirements:

• Think Education Polo Shirt only. No long sleeves or visible tops under the College Polo.
• Cardigans/jumpers may not be worn whilst on duty.
• Navy blue/black tailored trousers or skirts - excludes jeans, tracksuit pants, hipsters or cargo pants.
• Enclosed navy blue or black non-slip shoes as per WHS requirements – no canvas, joggers or slip-on shoes.

Hair

• Must be kept neat, clean and tidy at all times.
• Long hair must be tied back or fastened in such a manner so as not to hang below the collar.
• Hair ties, bands, combs and other hair fasteners are to be at a minimal and of a neutral colour or navy.
• Facial hair – clean-shaven or neatly trimmed beard.
• Approved headwear must be clean, neat and tidy.

Fingernails

• Must be kept neat, clean and well-manicured.
• No acrylic nails or varnish.
• Fingernails should not be visible over the top of the end of the finger when the hands are held with the palms up.

Jewellery

• One plain wedding band, one set of sleepers, studs, or small earrings that sit on the lobe of the ear and do not pose a danger to the patient, resident or student are the only items of jewellery to be worn during placement.
• Facial or other visible body piercing is not acceptable. If visible, or the stud is non-removable, it must be covered by skin coloured tape.

Student Induction

Collaborative Research Opportunity

• Consent form for collaborative research
• Participant information sheet

AHPRA Graduate Registration Information

Important Resources

Avoid delays flyer

Criminal History: What you must declare for registration

English language skills pathways

Nursing Student Inherent Requirements