Australian Catholic University
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing is designed to expand your knowledge and skills in clinical nursing and practice.
The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing (without a specialisation) focuses on developing your skills and knowledge as a registered nurse enabling you to effectively work across a diverse range of clinical settings.
You will learn how to critically analyse and evaluate complex clinical presentations and apply your newly-acquired knowledge to effectively assess and problem solve in any health care environment.
Modules within this specialisation cover integral anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and the significance of polypharmacy in the context of pain assessment, and management.
Delivery mode
Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Have completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or equivalent;
AND
Hold current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Clinical Nurse Consultants are highly experienced nurses who oversee clinical operations and patient care in specialist wards and health units (eg,...
Clinical Nurse Specialist
A Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist care to patients in a health care setting. You might collect patient information and administer tre...
Community Health Nurse
Community Health Nurses are qualified RNs who have undertaken specialist training in primary health care and community health. They provide nursing...
Nurse Educator
Nurse Educators are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who mentor and train student nurses as well as working nurses who are undergoing professional...
Nurse Unit Manager
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...
Palliative Care Nurse
A Palliative Care Nurse provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You might work in hospitals, hospices, or patients’ h...
Nurse Manager
Nurse Managers are highly experienced clinical nurses who manage a clinical unit or health division (eg, ICU, emergency room, maternity ward). They...
About Australian Catholic University
Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the dignity of the human person and the common good.
Our mission is at the heart of everything we do at ACU. It guides our approach to learning and teaching, our welcoming and engaging on-campus culture, and our commitment to building a better society by producing graduates willing to invest in this same commitment.
