Victoria University

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing

  • Delivery: Online
  • Commitment: 15 - 20 hours/week
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months

Designed by leading health academics and delivered 100% online, this course will give you a strong foundation in Mental Health Nursing.

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Course overview

  • Contemporary curriculum designed by mental health nursing experts
    Designed and developed by leading mental health nursing academics and practitioners, this Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing will equip you with contemporary approaches to mental health.

  • Award-winning study model
    VU's postgraduate online Block Model, winner of the LearnX Live! Award 2021 ‘Best Online Learning Model’, recognises the complexity of students' lives while giving a consistent, manageable and connected online learning experience.

  • Support seven days and in the evenings
    Get the support you need, when you need it. VU's support network has a single focus on ensuring you are entirely supported to succeed.

With the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing, you can gain a strong foundation in mental health nursing with four units of study to help you build your career. You will develop your understanding of mental ill-health and examine common mental illnesses with a contemporary curriculum designed by mental health nursing experts.

After completing this course, you will be able to deliver mental health nursing practice and produce better outcomes for patients. You will also be able to continue your studies with the Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, followed by the Master of Mental Health Nursing, both of which progress you towards Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) credentialing.

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

Delivery
Online
Study level
Postgraduate
Course type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Commitment
15 - 20 hours/week
Units
4
Fees
More Information
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) is where the government pays part of your fees.
FEE-HELP, HECS, CSP
Price per unit
From $2,870
More Information
up to $2,950.

$578 (CSP)
More Information
You may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) where the government pays part of your fees. The CSP per units fees are calculated based on the annual CSP rate. It applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points.
Intake
January, 2025
March, 2025
May, 2025
July, 2025
August, 2025
October, 2025

What you will study

  • Recovery Oriented Mental Health 
  • Biopsychosocial and Cultural Perspectives in Mental Health 
  • Effective Trauma-Informed Care 
  • Mental Health Nursing

Entry requirements

  • Completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent qualification AND;
  • Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) OR Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) OR equivalent registration with the relevant registering authority for applicants outside of Australia; AND
  • Provide written confirmation from their employer that they are employed in a mental health setting

Outcomes

With VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing, you’ll enhance your knowledge and skills in evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches in mental health. This course positions you to take on mental health care coordination and community mental health service roles.

Upon completion, you can continue your studies to gain your Graduate Diploma and Master of Mental Health Nursing.

Fees & CSP

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 above. 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.

Commonwealth Supported Places

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a place where the government pays for part of your unit fees. This is a subsidy, not a loan, so you do not need to pay it back. Your remaining fees may also be eligible for FEE-HELP.

This subsidy is available to eligible students completing the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing. It is only applicable to new students commencing their Graduate Certificate in 2024. To find out if you’re eligible for this subsidy, visit the government’s Study Assist website.