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Nursing and Health

There's never been a better time to start a career in healthcare

Have you always wanted to help people? With many job opportunities available, a rewarding career in caring is a perfect choice.

Caring professions have come into sharp focus since the pandemic started, but healthcare has long since been one of Australia’s most in-demand sectors, and it’s a trend showing no signs of slowing down.

According to the Health Workforce 2025 Report, there’s huge demand for new nurses needed in the Australian workforce by 2025. So, if you love helping people and want to make a difference in people’s lives, there’s never been a better time to start a career in health.

With smaller class sizes, tailored support services and well-developed links to the industry, VFA Learning is a great choice to advance your career.

Get started in a career in healthcare


Step into a career you’ll love

75,000

Average salary. Source: https://www.anmfvic.asn.au

109,000

New nurses required in the Australian workforce by 2025

What our students say

Tim’s Story 

“I came to VFA thinking I was confident. I left VFA knowing I was confident.”
— Tim, VFA Nursing Graduate

Tailored student support

We have dedicated staff to assist with organising your practical work placements. Plus, our qualified practitioners supervise and support students when they complete training in our simulation lab.

Hands-on experience

Massage students get hands-on experience through our in-house Student Massage Clinic and work placement. Lots of practical experience means greater skill development in patient assessment and management and a confident therapist.

Quality trainers and facilities

VFA Learning will give you access to highly-respected industry trainers. You will learn in high-quality training facilities, honing your skills to ensure that you are well-prepared for the real world.

VFA Learning acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we learn, live and work and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging and work in partnership with the Wadawurrung, Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung communities to strengthen learning opportunities for all.

Study that fits into real life

VFA Learning’s Diploma of Nursing is built to work around your lifestyle, while preparing you for a real career in healthcare.

Flexible study options

VFA offers a blended mode of delivery, with two days a week on campus and the other two days flexible for independent or online study.

Complete your course in 18 months

Get qualified sooner with an 18-month program designed to get you job-ready faster than many standard 2-year diplomas.

No exams – no problem

If exams aren’t your thing, you’re not alone. VFA uses practical, real-world assessment tools like case studies, written tasks, and clinical placement evaluations.