Western Australia has a long-running shortage of nurses and aged-care workers, which is why IHNA opened a teaching site in central Perth. Students take the Diploma of Nursing or aged-care certificates here, with placements in Perth hospitals and care homes. The courses are the same as at IHNA's Melbourne base. Living costs are a little lower than on the east coast.
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Official website: ihna.edu.au
Registered training organisation
Nursing and aged care
Perth CBD
A$16,000 – A$26,000
International students, Diploma of Nursing
A$24,000 – A$31,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on ihna.edu.au before you apply.
Diploma of Nursing
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Feb, May, Aug, Nov
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0 (each band)
Certificate III in Individual Support
DiplomaDuration
6 Months
Intake
Feb, May, Aug, Nov
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, May, Aug, Nov
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
OSCE Preparation for Overseas Nurses
Short CourseDuration
4 Weeks
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
Overseas nursing registration
Nursing and aged-care courses in central Perth.
Placements with WA hospitals and aged-care providers.
Several intakes each year.
Enrolled nurses are in demand in Perth and regional WA.
Aged-care graduates work in residential care and home support.
Regional study and work in WA can help with some visa pathways; check current rules.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The campus is in the city centre, close to Perth station and free CAT buses. Kings Park and the Swan River foreshore are a walk away.
Perth is sunny, spread out and quieter than Sydney or Melbourne. Rent has climbed, but it is still usually below the east coast cities.
CoE from Institute of Health and Nursing Australia
Proof of funds for fees and living
Overseas Student Health Cover
English test at required level
Genuine Student statement
Valid passport and health check
IHNA Perth accepts applications for each intake until places fill. Apply at least two to three months ahead for the CoE and visa.
Courses start several times a year, typically in February, May, August and November.
You'll apply for a subclass 500 Student visa using the CoE from Institute of Health and Nursing Australia. Have your OSHC policy, financial evidence and Genuine Student answers ready before you start the online form.
The Diploma of Nursing is the main course, with IELTS 7.0 in each band required. Aged-care certificates suit students with lower English scores who want to start work sooner.
Scholarships are limited. Ask IHNA about payment plans.
