Flinders University
Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Enhance student understanding of the scientific evidence that supports critical care and technical skills in accordance with the practice standards for specialist emergency nurses.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing is designed for nurses who want to build on their knowledge and skills and practise effectively at an advanced practice level in emergency care settings. This degree introduces emergency care principles, focuses on common presentations, and examines key aspects of emergency patient care. Throughout the course, you’ll develop essential skills to manage and prioritise these patients and learn core concepts relating to acute illness, disease, and trauma.
The Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing can only be undertaken part-time.
The course is also available as an exit award from the MNGP Master of Nursing - 1.5 years, subject to meeting the requirements in the Program of Study below.
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
What you will study
You must complete 18 units. Each topic is valued at four and a half units.
- Emergency Nursing Practice 1
- Introduction to Mental Health, Mental Illness and Well-being
- Dimensions of Emergency Nursing
- Emergency Nursing Practice 2 (WIL)
Entry requirements
Admission requirements
- Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
- Must be registered to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse.
- Applicants must demonstrate the ability to meet the clinical requirements of this course.
However, the Dean (Education) may admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature under certain circumstances, subject to specific conditions.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Assess, review and analyse patient health data to identify and explain the rationale for solving complex emergency nursing problems.
- Apply skills to critically appraise emergency nursing practice and integrate relevant research evidence into effective individualised plans for people with undifferentiated illness or injury.
- Apply critical thinking processes and problem-solving abilities to evaluate and administer nursing care to critically ill patients in emergency departments.
- Employ practical specialised technical skills in the delivery of specialist emergency nursing care.
Career outcomes
- Case Coordinator
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Injury Management Officer
- Nurse Research Assistant
- Registered Nurse
- Rehabilitation Consultant
Fees and CSP
Annual indicative fees in 2025: $2,313 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Indicative yearly fee in 2025: $12,852 (Domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is based on a full-time study load of 18 units.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
- The number of topics studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of topics.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change.
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. The student contribution amount is 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 the topics 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.
