Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Clinical Education)

The Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Clinical Education) at Charles Sturt University is designed to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills required for advanced nursing practice, focusing on the planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical education in various healthcare settings. This course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to upskill while working, and can be completed in as little as eight months of part-time study.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum of 0.5 years, maximum of 1 year.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • For Australian or New Zealand students, fees are to be announced, with the option for a Commonwealth supported place.
  • For international students, the full fee is $17,560, with a subject fee of $4,390 per 8-point subject.
• Course Points and Codes: 32 credit points, AQF Level 8.

Why Study with Us?

• Graduate in Under a Year: The course can be completed in eight to ten months, with part-time online study offering flexibility.
• Gain Qualifications as You Go: Start with a graduate certificate and have the option to apply for a Graduate Diploma or Master of Nursing later.
• Join a Strong Professional Community: Benefit from the expertise of Australia's most experienced online university, with academics known for research excellence in key nursing areas.

Career Opportunities

With a nursing graduate certificate, you'll be able to demonstrate clinical and decision-making skills, collaborate with other health professionals, and influence care levels while promoting quality health outcomes. Potential roles include clinical nurse specialist, clinical nurse educator, nurse educator, clinical nurse consultant, and nurse manager.

What You Will Study

• Essential Set (32 points): Includes core subjects like Foundations of Clinical Education, Teaching and Learning in Clinical Education, and Advanced Nursing Practice.
• Restricted Elective (8 points): Choose one subject from a list of options, including Applied Pharmacology for Nursing Practice, Health, Wellbeing and Family Care in Later Life, and others.

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: Fees vary based on student type, commence year, study mode, location, and fee type.
• Payment Options: Includes paying all or part of the student contribution upfront or deferring fees through a HECS-HELP loan for eligible students.

Scholarships

Charles Sturt University offers scholarships and grants totaling over $11 million annually, covering areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, and more.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: To be announced.
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree or professional qualification leading to registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with the Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency or equivalent, and have at least 12 months of full-time experience as a registered nurse.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you've completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to your course, you may receive credit towards your degree.
• Admission Pathways: Several pathways are available to help you meet the entry requirements if you don't quite qualify at first.

How to Apply

• Apply via UAC or VTAC: For domestic students, apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).
• Apply Directly to Charles Sturt: For international students or those preferring a direct application.
• Recruitment Agent: For international students needing assistance with the application process.