The Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing broadens the expertise of registered nurses in critical care. It deepens knowledge and skills in caring for patients in high-pressure environments, focusing on evidence-based practices for managing critically ill patients. This course sharpens analytical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and critical care capabilities. It also enhances student's ability to evaluate and improve nursing care in current healthcare contexts. It is designed to equip nurses with the necessary skills for effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in critical care settings.
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
A Critical Care Nurse provides specialist nursing care to patients in an emergency department or intensive care unit. You might also work in critic...
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A Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist care to patients in a health care setting. You might collect patient information and administer tre...
Emergency Care Nurses are specialist nurses who provide first-response and emergency treatment to patients in the emergency room and intensive care...
A Nurse Unit Manager supervises a team of nursing staff in a healthcare setting. You might work at a hospital or be employed in another workplace s...
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