Nursing EN to RN - Southern Cross University

Become a registered nurse

Congratulations on completing your Diploma of Nursing with TAFE NSW. If you're considering taking the next step in your nursing career, our EN to RN Nursing pathway is perfect for you. We've created a seamless transition that acknowledges your prior learning and fast-tracks your journey to becoming a Registered Nurse.

Our program is structured to bridge the gap between your current role and the expanded responsibilities of a Registered Nurse, ensuring you're well-prepared for the next step in your career.

With flexible study options, supportive staff, and a curriculum that respects your experience, we're here to help you achieve your goals.

Owen Lednor, Director of Care at The Shoreline Luxury Retirement Living Centre and SCU graduate stands in their offices in front of a bright yellow wall with comfortable seating behind him

“Accessing really contemporary thinking about care, and care that has people at the centre of everything we do was critical.”

Designed with you in mind

Course benefits

Fast-track your degree: Get credit for your TAFE studies and complete your Bachelor of Nursing quickly
Guaranteed entry: Your TAFE Diploma guarantees you a place in our program (subject to English language requirements)
Choose your study location: Choose to complete your study from Coffs Harbour, Lismore or Gold Coast
Industry-leading education: Learn from experienced nurses and gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities

Program details

Degree name: Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse pathway)
Duration: Typically 2 years full-time (with credit transfer) or 3 years part-time
Total course credit points: 288
Credit points awarded for TAFE Diploma: 96 credit points
Units credited: 8 out of 24 total units

International placement opportunities

We offer opportunities to learn while impacting communities locally with outreach programs and through overseas placements.

Bachelor of Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator, Dr Lucy Shinners joined with students to share their life-changing experiences in India following a three-week clinical placement, funded by the Federal Government New Columbo Plan.

Expand your view of the world and learn how you can make an impact on our region through a short-term study program.

Why choose Nursing with Southern Cross?

Global top 150 for Nursing

We are ranked in the global top 150 universities for Nursing (Global Rankings of Academic Subjects, Shanghai Rankings 2022)

State-of-the-art facilities

You'll be taught in laboratories that simulate real healthcare settings

5-star full-time employment

We're rated 5-stars for full-time employment in Nursing (GUG 2024)

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Bachelor of Nursing - Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse pathway

Applying is simple

1. Check your eligibility

You must be registered with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse and hold the HLT51612 - Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) or HLT54115 - Diploma of Nursing.