Program Overview

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University Programs

The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines.

Building and Design

• Property Development
  • Master of Property Development
  • Graduate Certificate in Property Development
• Urban Planning and Design
  • Master of Urban Planning
  • Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning and Design

Business

• Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
• Digital Marketing
  • Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing

Communication

• Strategic Communication
  • Master of Strategic Communication
  • Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication
  • Graduate Certificate in Corporate Communication
• International Relations
  • Master of International Relations
  • Graduate Certificate in International Relations

Education

• Education
  • Master of Education (Learning and Leadership)
  • Graduate Certificate in Education (Learning and Leadership)
  • Graduate Certificate in Organisational and Workplace Learning
  • Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education

Sustainability

• Sustainability
  • Master of Sustainable Leadership
  • Master of Sustainable Energy
  • Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice
  • Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Leadership
  • Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Technologies

Health

• Advanced Nursing
  • Master of Advanced Nursing
  • Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing
  • Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing
  • Graduate Certificate in Critical Care
  • Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
• Health Services Management
  • Master of Health Services Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management
• Psychology
  • Graduate Diploma in Psychology
  • Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)
• Public Health
  • Master of Public Health
  • Graduate Diploma in Public Health
  • Graduate Certificate in Public Health
  • Graduate Certificate in Health Analytics
  • Graduate Certificate in Public Health and Communicable Disease
• Women's and Children's Health
  • Master of Women's and Children's Health
  • Graduate Certificate in Women's and Children's Health
  • Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health

Technology

• Technology Management
  • Master of Technology Management
  • Executive Master of Technology Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Technology Management
  • Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Management

Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing

The Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing is designed for registered nurses seeking to enhance their expertise in acute care nursing.

Course Overview

• Duration: 8 months (minimum)
• Subjects: 4 online subjects (24 credit points in total)
• Intakes: January, March, May, July, August, October
• Fees: $3,431 per subject, with FEE-HELP available

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing can explore roles such as:

• Acute Care Nurse Specialist
• Clinical Nurse Consultant (Acute Care)
• Nurse Team Leader
• Senior Registered Nurse (Acute Care)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Completed an Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in Nursing
• Current registration as a registered nurse in Australia (AHPRA)
• Current employment as a registered nurse in a hospital-based setting (or have a letter of offer to commence employment as a registered nurse by commencement of study)
• A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, post-registration clinical experience (nursing)

English Language Requirements

English language requirements apply to both international and domestic students. The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is:

• Academic IELTS: 7.0 overall with a minimum score of 7.0 in each subset
• TOEFL: internet-based: 94 overall, reading 24, listening 24, speaking 23, writing 27
• PTE: 65-72 overall with a minimum score of 65 in each subset

Recognition of Prior Learning

Previous studies or employment experience can be acknowledged as credit towards online postgraduate studies, provided that it meets the relevant course requirements.

Learning Outcomes

The course enables students to:

• Deliver evidence-based acute care in high-pressure environments
• Enhance clinical decision-making and leadership
• Provide ethical, safe, and patient-centred acute care
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary acute care teams

Course Structure

The UTS Online Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing comprises four online subjects (24 credit points in total).

• CORE SUBJECTS
  • Specialty Clinical Practice
  • Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration
  • Evidence for Informing Practice
  • Nursing-Sensitive Indicators in Acute Care

Study Pathways

The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers four online Graduate Certificate courses that articulate into the Master of Advanced Nursing. This provides students with the opportunity to choose a specialisation pathway that is most aligned with their career goals.

Why Study with UTS Online?

UTS is ranked #1 in Australia for Academic Reputation in Nursing and Midwifery. The postgraduate programs are designed in close consultation with industry partners to ensure graduates are equipped with in-demand, evidence-based skills that meet the evolving needs of the health sector.

About UTS Online

UTS Online provides access to a flexible and interactive platform, with modules tailored to acute care practices and real-world scenarios. The study schedule is designed for working professionals in healthcare, with resources like video tutorials, practical tools, and peer collaboration opportunities.