Australian Catholic University
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Designed to expand your knowledge and skills in clinical nursing and practice.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing (without a specialisation) focuses on developing your skills and knowledge as a registered nurse, enabling you to work effectively across a diverse range of clinical settings. You will learn to critically analyse and evaluate complex clinical presentations and apply your newly acquired knowledge to assess and problem-solve effectively in any healthcare environment. Modules within this specialisation cover integral anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and polypharmacy's significance in pain assessment and management.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
From $578 (CSP)
What you will study
To qualify for the degree, a student must complete 40 credit points, consisting of:
- 20 credit points from specified units.
- 20 credit points from clinical nursing units.
Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:
- Advanced Pathophysiology for Specialty Nursing Practice (10 credit points)
- Evidence-based, Person-centred Family Care in Specialty Nursing Practice (10 credit points)
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Nursing, an applicant must have the following:
- Have completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or equivalent.
- Hold current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Outcomes
Career Outcomes
Graduates may seek employment in clinical nursing in government and private healthcare facilities.
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Clinical Nurse Consultant
- Nurse Unit Manager/Associate Nurse Unit Manager
- Ward Educator
- Clinical Education Programs Coordinator
- An Academic in Undergraduate Education
Fees and CSP
Average first-year fee in 2025: $2,312 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Average first-year fee in 2025: $11,800 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fees are calculated based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points.
A student’s annual fee may vary per:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you only need to pay some of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
- Depending on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
