Essential Clinical Skills, initially written to match the HLT07 Training Package requirements, has now been updated in close alignment with the updates to HLT51612 as set out by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council in the ANMC National Competency Standards for the Enrolled Nurse (2013). The text clearly and succinctly explains each key clinical skill and provides a structured format for students to undertake many of the skills taught in HLT51612. Each skill is mapped to the key competency. Using this text, students and instructors are able to translate their skills and knowledge into demonstrable competencies that fulfill the required standards.