La Trobe University
Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis course aims to give students the in-depth knowledge and skills required to practice at an advanced nursing level and to provide professional leadership in contemporary clinical and professional nursing specialties. It is designed to build on the knowledge base and clinical skills of specialist nurses. The role of nurse practitioner places particular emphasis on the development of advanced clinical assessment skills relevant to the nurse's specialty, and development of a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to patient care. The program focuses on this using the Nurse and Midwifery Board of Australia's Nurse Practitioner competencies.
Delivery mode
La Trobe 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.
Prerequisites
- A University Postgraduate Diploma qualification in a Nursing specialty area of practice, or equivalent.
- Applicants must be employed by an appropriate agency and provide evidence that their employer will provide them with 500 hours of supernumerary, supervised clinical placement and governance.
- Current registration as a Division 1 nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with no conditions or undertakings.
- Specialisation - compulsory: Nursing speciality practice or equivalent.
- At least five years' post-registration nursing experience with at least 2 years' full-time equivalent experience in advanced nursing roles in the specialty area of practice within the last 6 years.
Selection criteria
The University will access your official transcript upon application.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) will prepare you for the following roles.
Nurse Practitioner
A Nurse Practitioner provides advanced health care to patients in a hospital or other large healthcare setting. You’ll liaise with other health pro...
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...
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