Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Mental Health Nursing

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Mental Health Nursing is a postgraduate course designed to equip registered nurses with the skills and knowledge to assess the nursing needs of patients in various clinical settings and develop a greater understanding of mental health theory and clinical practice.

Course Details

• Delivery Mode: Online
• Accreditation: TEQSA
• AQF Level: 08
• Course Duration: 26 Weeks
• Total Tuition Fee: AUD $8,000

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing, an applicant is required to:

• Have completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification
• Be an AHPRA registered nurse; or
• Be a registered nurse with the Nurses’ Board/Council from the country of origin or place of residence

English Language Proficiency Entry Requirements must also be met by the student.

Course Structure and Delivery

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing course consists of three units:

• N9001: Professional Issues and Policies in Nursing (12 credit points)
• N8014: Mental Health Nursing (12 credit points)
• N8015: Professional Reflection in Mental Health Nursing (8 credit points)

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing program may pursue various career paths, including:

• Advanced Practice Nurse
• Nurse Educator
• Nurse Manager/Administrator
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nurse Researcher

Course Start Dates

Course intake and start dates are available throughout the year.

Fees and Charges

• Total Tuition Fee: AUD $8,000
• Administration Fee (Non-Tuition): AUD $250 (Non-Refundable)

FEE-HELP

FEE-HELP is an Australian government loan program designed to assist eligible fee-paying students in paying their tuition fees for higher education courses at approved institutions.

Contact

For more information, please contact the Institute of Health and Management.