The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Memories compiled by Peter Rosewall; who attended the last NDSN school PTS 108 between 1986 - 89.Soft covered 12 page booklet with details about the school. There is a brief history and description of the school with photographs on the first pate. Then follows names of Associated hospitals which are listed with some photographs of the relevant hospitals. Included are Swan hill District Community hospital, Bendigo Base Hospital, Echuca District Community Hospital, Castlemaine District Hospital, Mildura Base Hospital. The next page shows Nursing as a Career with photographs. Listed are prerequisites for training, application and selection procedure, the training programme with photographs and description of each year of training, examinations, hospital teaching, after graduation and other points of interest. 12 pages of mostly photographs of nurses and hospitals with some descriptions and detailsmemoir, nursing, ndsn, training prerequistes, training hospitals

352 page soft cover book - 'The First of its Kind - Nurse Education and Training at the Northern District School of Nursing' Published in 2015 by the Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association. History of the School of Nursing from 1950 to the 1980s 20 chapters including colour and B&W photos and photos of Class groups. Copy 2The Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association

Aulsebrook Collection: The Northern District School of Nursing Advertisement leaflet. -5 pages, brochure fold out -Advertising Nursing as a career, listing benefits and what's involved -Various black and white images of nurses -no datethe northern district school of nursing, nurses, hospital

Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities exist both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing List of Preliminary Training School numbers per school; list of school numbers and final pass rates. This item contains the following documents: 3791.2a Spreadsheet of PTS Numbers from Schools 1 to 34nurse training, lister house, northern district school of nursing

Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities exist both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met. Northern District School of Nursing Prospectus - An A4 Booklet of 14 pages with a light cardboard cover. Logo on the front cover. Cambridge Press Bendigo. This item contains the following documents: 3791.1a The Prospectus PDF File 3791.1b Front Cover of the Prospectusnurse training, lister house, northern district school of nursing

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia: The Association was formed after a survey at the Lister House 25th Anniversary, showing sufficient interest among graduates. A committee was established in November 1975 to organize activities and maintain connections among graduates. Reunions are scheduled every five years to avoid conflicts with other hospital groups, with the next planned for April 1980. Membership is open to those who trained at the Northern District School of Nursing, associated hospitals, and transfer students who completed their training there. Annual subscription is $1.00, payable before each reunion, with pro-rata rates for those joining between reunions. Previously, newsletters were sent to all known graduates, but this was costly and inefficient. The School now publishes a magazine with a section for Association news, sent twice a year to financial members. Membership is steadily increasing, but many graduates have not yet been contacted. The Association welcomes new names and addresses to expand its reach. Key members are designated in various districts (e.g., East Brighton, Castlemaine, Echuca, Bendigo, Swan Hill, Mildura) to facilitate local engagement. Additional InformationGraduates are encouraged to update their contact information if they move. The history book "Lister House" by Frank Cusack is available for purchase. The School Badge has been updated to include a red surround and the full school name.Northern District School of Nursing - Contract of Employment This item contains the following document: 3792.4a Northern District School of Nursing - Contract of Employment for Alison Edlinnurse training, lister house, history

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.A sixteen page booklet being The Eighth Annual Report of the Committee of Management for the twelve monts’ period 1st July 1957 - 30th June, 1958 of the Northern School of Nursing Committee of Management. Print in blue and silver on front blue cardboard cover. The report covers Office Bearers, Lecturers, exam results, wastage and causes thereof, training details and expenditure. There are four copies. “N.W. Long’ is written in ink on top right hand corner of cover of one copy.nurse education, ndsn hospitals

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.A twelve page booklet being The Ninth Annual Report of the Committee of Management for the twelve months’ period 1st July 1958 - 30th June, 1959 of the Northern School of Nursing Committee of Management. Print in blue and silver on front blue cardboard cover. The report covers Office Bearers, Lecturers, exam results, wastage and causes thereof, training details and expenditure. There are four copies.“N.W. Long’ is written in ink on top right hand corner of cover of one copy.nurse education, ndsn hospitals

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.A ten page booklet being The Tenth Annual Report of the Committee of Management for the twelve months’ period 1st July 1959 - 30th June, 1960 of the Northern School of Nursing Committee of Management. Print in black on mustard background on cream cardboard cover. The report covers Office Bearers, Lecturers, exam results, wastage and causes thereof, training details and expenditure. There are four copies. “N.W. Long’ is written in ink on top right hand corner of cover of one copy. There are pencilled corrections to items under headings "Examinations" and "Students in training as at 30th June, 1960"nurse education, ndsn hospitals

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia: The Association was formed after a survey at the Lister House 25th Anniversary, showing sufficient interest among graduates. A committee was established in November 1975 to organize activities and maintain connections among graduates. Reunions are scheduled every five years to avoid conflicts with other hospital groups, with the next planned for April 1980. Membership is open to those who trained at the Northern District School of Nursing, associated hospitals, and transfer students who completed their training there. Annual subscription is $1.00, payable before each reunion, with pro-rata rates for those joining between reunions. Previously, newsletters were sent to all known graduates, but this was costly and inefficient. The School now publishes a magazine with a section for Association news, sent twice a year to financial members. Membership is steadily increasing, but many graduates have not yet been contacted. The Association welcomes new names and addresses to expand its reach. Key members are designated in various districts (e.g., East Brighton, Castlemaine, Echuca, Bendigo, Swan Hill, Mildura) to facilitate local engagement. Additional InformationGraduates are encouraged to update their contact information if they move. The history book "Lister House" by Frank Cusack is available for purchase. The School Badge has been updated to include a red surround and the full school name.Northern District School of Nursing - Letter re subscription and newsletters - for Graduates Association This item contains the following document: 3792.3a Northern District School of Nursing - Hand-written Letter re subscription and newsletters - for Graduates Association from Christine Taylornurse training, lister house, history, christine taylor

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.A twelve page Prospectus for Northern District School of Nursing includes photos of hospitals participating, how to make application, photos of nurses’ accommodation, details of training program, general information, pay rates for graduates and details of post graduate work.nurse education, ndsn hospitals, prospectus

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 in to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989. The book "The First of its Kind" was published in 2015. Printed in Bendigo by "Bendigo Modern Press". Memories compiled by Peter Rosewall; who attended the last NDSN school PTS 108 between 1986 - 89.A small laminated wall sign on fawn paper with black typed font. This sign dates to the 1950s and outlines the basic aim of the Northern District School of Nursing as well as five means to the achievement of the aim. memoir, nursing, at lister house.

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Urine and Faeces Testing Chart - printed in Great Britain by AMES Company (London) Limited This item contains the following document: 3792.10a Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Urine and Faeces Testing Chartnurse training, lister house, history, ames company pty ltd london

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Latrobe University Annual Presentation Prizes and Scholarships Booklet 2011 This item contains the following documents: 3792.23a Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Latrobe University Annual Presentation Prizes and Scholarships 2011 21 page A4 booklet Front Covernurse training, lister house, latrobe university

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Printed booklet of sixteen pages with soft cardboard sea green cover faded to mustard brown. Cover has silver printed details 'The Northern District School of Nursing First Annual Report' and in black 'of Committee of Management for the twelve months ended 31st March, 1951, Lister House Rowan Street Bendigo. Contents cover Office Bearers, Photos and details of Nurses' residences, dining room and some students, educational details, Matrons Conference and Income and expenditure. There are six copies.ndsn, nursing, annual reports

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Printed booklet of 8 pages with soft cardboard slate blue cover fading to brown at edges. Cover has silver and blue printed details 'The Northern District School of Nursing Second and Third Annual Reports' and in blue 'of Committee of Management for the twelve months ended 31st March, 1952 and 31st March 1953, Lister House Rowan Street Bendigo. Contents cover Office Bearers and Lecturers. Photos of Nurse accommodation, education details and Maintenance Income and expenditure. There are four copies.One copy has ‘Reference Copy’ pencilled on front cover with addendum and spelling corrections. Another copy has “N.W.Long’ signed in ink on cover.ndsn, nurse education

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met. 10th ANNUAL REPORT Here are the key points from the annual report of the Northern District School of Nursing for the year ending June 30, 1960:1. The Committee of Management included medical, nursing, and educational leaders from regional hospitals and schools. Dr. Peter Slater, a founding member and major contributor, passed away in 1960 and was honored for his service. The tutorial and clerical staff lists reflect several changes, with notable resignations and new appointments. The School celebrated its tenth anniversary in March 1960, marking a decade since its first intake in 1950. It was the first independent nursing school in Australia, contributing significantly to nursing education history. A new kitchen-dining block was completed, improving meal services and social spaces.Upgrades included a second demonstration classroom, improved lighting and heating, and renovations to hostels and administrative areas. Some maintenance issues remained, particularly with older hostels and the need for a new administrative block.4. A post-graduate Staff Nurse Training Course was introduced to retain and further develop graduates within the region. The study block plan was revised to distribute nurse absences more evenly, increasing the number of study blocks from 9 to 14 per year. The School faced challenges balancing educational needs with hospital staffing requirements. Certificates were awarded to several graduates who completed the new Staff Nurse Training Course. The report details causes of student attrition, including exam failures, personal reasons, health, marriage, and disciplinary actions. The School hosted significant conferences, including the Royal Victorian College of Nursing's tutors' conference, fostering professional development and networking. The School's finances were stable, with government grants as the main income source and detailed accounts of expenditures and assets provided. The report expresses gratitude to staff, the Hospitals and Charities Commission, and associated hospitals for their support and cooperation. 11th ANNUAL REPORT Here are the key points from the Eleventh Annual Report (1960-1961) of the Committee of Management for the Northern District School of Nursing, Bendigo: Ongoing issues with deteriorating retaining walls and outbuildings at school residences. Committee sought approval for a staged building program: administrative/classroom unit, hostel accommodation, and demonstration/practical classroom unit. Urgent need for improved office and classroom facilities due to inadequate current conditions. Routine repairs and upgrades (painting, new heaters, floor coverings, clothes dryers). Plans for garage repairs and replacement of retaining walls at hostels. Significant improvements with new anatomical models and demonstration equipment, enhancing teaching quality. No major changes to the basic curriculum; continued use of study block plan across all years. Ongoing challenges in teaching Invalid Cookery due to lack of facilities and qualified teachers. Concerns about overloading introductory courses and the impact of staff shortages on student preparedness. 74 students sat the First Professional Examination: 63 passed initially, 5 passed supplementary, 2 failed and terminated, 3 did not re-sit.65 students sat the Final State Examination: 2 failed whole exam, 4 failed Medical Nursing, 2 failed Surgical Nursing; all passed supplementary exams. Recommendation that students struggling by the 15th month consider Nursing Aide work.Staff Nurse CoursePostgraduate courses held for staff nurses, including visits to metropolitan and local hospitals and organizations. High standard of lectures and appreciation from students. Staff attended post-graduate courses; Miss Bannfield-Smith awarded Florence Nightingale Scholarship. Miss Long received a Rockefeller Foundation grant for study in the US and Canada.Recruitment and Student Demographics 69 new recruits from various regional hospitals.2 07 students in training as of June 30, 1961, with diverse educational backgrounds. 33 students left due to exam failure, marriage, dislike of nursing, personal or health reasons, or family needs. Several resignations and new appointments among tutorial, supervisory, and domestic staff. Total expenditure: £37,561; total income: £36,898, resulting in a deficit of £663 for the year. Main expenses: salaries, provisions, domestic costs, repairs, and administration. Dr. P. R. Slater MemorialA memorial ceremony and placement of a commemorative painting in honor of Dr. Slater, the first chairman.Hosted meetings for medical and nursing associations, and provided hospitality for visiting nurses during the International Nursing Congress.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - 10th and 11th Annual Reports, 1959-1960 and 1960-61 This item contains the following documents: 3801.1a 10th Annual Report Front Cover 3801.1b The annual report of the Northern District School of Nursing for the year ending June 30, 1960 3801.1c 11th Annual Report Front Cover 3801.1d The Eleventh Annual Report (1960-1961) of the Committee of Management for the Northern District School of Nursing, Bendigo 3801.1e Copy of Above 3801.1f Copy of Above 3801.1g Copy of Abovenurse training, lister house, annual reports

BHS CollectionNorthern District School of Nursing Graduates Association Newsletter volume 1 issue 1 December 2005.school, history, nursing, bendigo-nursing-school