Western Sydney University

Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The program encourages critical examination of current issues in mental health within national strategic directions for mental health care. Students gain understandings of how to use the self therapeutically, and the experiences of people who have mental illnesses, disorders and crises.

Opportunities will be provided for students to undertake in-depth study into aspects of mental health and mental illness relevant to their specific area of practice.

Students who successfully complete this program may transfer into the Master of Mental Health Nursing.

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 Midwife (currently registered to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Nursing and Midwifery); AND
  • Completion of an undergraduate degree (AQF Level 7 or equivalent), in any discipline
OR
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing (AQF Level 8 or equivalent); AND
  • One year full-time equivalent work experience as a registered nurse or registered midwife within the last five years.

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* Unavailable $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable $0

Career opportunities

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

About Western Sydney University

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