University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
- Delivery: Online
- Commitment: 15 - 20 hours/week
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months (minimum)
Delivered 100% online and providing pathways to further study, this course helps you develop the skills to lead and manage change while implementing effective approaches for building evidence-based teaching and learning capacity in the workplace.
Course overview
- Ranked #3 in Australia for academic reputation in nursing and midwifery (QS World University Rankings, 2025)
- Top ranked for Excellence in Research in Australia for Nursing and Midwifery
UTS Online's Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education is for nurses that want to build their expertise in interdisciplinary education, collaboration and leadership to influence workplace outcomes in healthcare settings.
Students will develop the skills to lead and manage change while implementing effective approaches for building evidence-based teaching and learning capacity in their workplace.
This course is delivered 100% online in a collaborative learning environment where students engage in interactive activities that address real-world challenges relevant to their practice.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education, you will have the opportunity to progress to one of the following courses:
- Master of Advanced Nursing (available to registered nurses only)
- Master of Education (Learning and Leadership)
Key facts
May, 2025
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October, 2025
What you will study
UTS Online's Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education comprises four subjects.
Core subjects:
- Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning in Healthcare
- Designing Innovative Learning
- Specialty Clinical Practice
Electives (choose one):
- Learning and its Trajectories
- Strategic Learning in Workplaces
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS-recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Applicants must also satisfy the following:
- Current registration as a health care professional in Australia (AHPRA).
- Current employment in a health and social care environment as demonstrated through a CV.
- A minimum of one year of full-time (1800+ hours) post-registration clinical experience demonstrated through a Statement of Service.
English language requirements
All applicants are required to meet the University's English language requirements: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper-based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, Internet-based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Recognition of prior learning
Your previous studies and professional experience can be acknowledged as credit towards your online postgraduate studies, provided that it is proven to be relevant to the course requirements.
If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment, and you have undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for RPL. UTS doesn't determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.
Fees & FEE-HELP
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