307049 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Medical Surgical Nursing


GradCertMedSurgNurs(Curtin)

Introduction
This course prepares registered nurses for leadership in acute medical surgical clinical nursing. It enables nurses working in this area to keep pace with the increasing demands of the expanding body of knowledge and treatment modalities currently reflected in medical surgical nursing.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A degree in nursing or equivalent, non-degree entry will be considered on an individual basis. Registration in Division 1 with the Nurses Board of Western Australia.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis upon presentation of a portfolio detailing evidence of professional, clinical and academic accomplishments.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year part-time study only.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Full Year    
307054 v.1   Advanced Clinical Practice 530 8.0 50.0
  50.0
Year 1 Semester 1    
307052 v.1   Introduction to Advanced Clinical Practice 531 3.0 25.0
  25.0
Year 1 Semester 2    
307053 v.1   Inquiry into Quality Patient Care 532 3.0 25.0
  25.0
           

Availability
YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1Y 

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.



 

Copyright and Disclaimer
Current as of: August 29, 2003     15:52:10
CRICOS provider code 00301J