Western Sydney University

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

This program encourages critical examination of current issues in mental health within national strategic directions for mental health care.

You will gain the knowledge and clinical skills to practice mental health nursing skilfully and within ethical and legal boundaries.

Delivery mode

Western Sydney 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.

All applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for entry:

  • Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife (currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Nursing and Midwifery), or eligibility for same And
  • One year full-time equivalent work experience as a registered nurse or registered midwife within the last five years or current and continuing employment as a registered nurse in a mental health setting.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $8,948 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$8,948
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$8,948
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Western Sydney University to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $8,948 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.

Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients....

Avg yearly income $98,332
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Nurse

A Mental Health Nurse provides care to patients dealing with mental health issues. You might work in a hospital, in a community care environment or...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

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