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Victoria University Graduate Certificate in Nursing
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Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Victoria University

Graduate Certificate in Nursing

Delivery
Online
Study Level
Postgraduate
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Units
4
Fees
FEE-HELP
Start Dates
9th January, 2023
6th March, 2023
8th May, 2023
3rd July, 2023
28th August, 2023
23rd October, 2023
Price Per Unit
$2,825
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  • Award-winning study model
    VU's award-winning postgraduate Block Model recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience. Earn your Graduate Certificate in Nursing faster than on-campus with our unique study model.
  • No exams or textbooks to purchase
    The online units have been designed with a student-centred approach that spans from the overarching learning outcomes to engaging activities and self-determined assessments.
  • Support seven days and in the evenings
    Get the support you need, when you need it, during your course. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed.

VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Nursing is designed for registered nurses to transform the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. You can successfully earn your Graduate Certificate in Nursing by enrolling in 4 consecutive study periods of seven weeks each. This means you can enrol and complete your course in as little as eight months.  

Each course is delivered 100% online, giving students the flexibility to fit study around their busy personal and professional lives. VU Online, takes a personalised 1:1 approach to online learning, which makes learning highly interactive and supported.

With 25 years of experience delivering postgraduate courses in Australia, VU has equipped thousands of students from all walks of life with the knowledge and skills to successfully achieve their unique career goals including promotion, salary increase and leadership and innovation in nursing.

  • Promoting Cultural Competence and Community Health
  • Care Coordination in Practice
  • Leading Improvement and Innovation
  • Evidence and Research for Practice
  • Completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent qualification AND
  • Current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) OR equivalent registration with the relevant registering authority for applicants outside of Australia OR
  • Applicants without an AQF 7 Bachelor Degree of Nursing or above but hold an alternative qualification in nursing AND current Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) will also be considered

Australia requires registered nurses with advanced knowledge, skills and competencies to help drive the transformation of the Australian healthcare system.

This qualification may enable you to move up to the next level of your nursing career. You may be the next Nurse Unit Manager. 

On completion of this course, Australian Registered Nurses (RNs) will be eligible for the postgraduate qualification allowance.

2023 academic year student fees shown are subject to change. You may also be required to pay student amenities fees. Contact the university directly to confirm.

The fees shown are per unit. The number of units are listed below fees. Together they indicate the total fees for the course.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.

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Delivery
Online
Study Level
Postgraduate
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Units
4
Fees
FEE-HELP
Start Dates
9th January, 2023
6th March, 2023
8th May, 2023
3rd July, 2023
28th August, 2023
23rd October, 2023
Price Per Unit
$2,825
Enquire Now

Connect with the Victoria University Student Team

  • Get a callback at a time that suits you
  • No obligation & free
  • Tailored advice