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125111 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Nursing


GradCertNurs(Curtin)

Introduction


Focuses on the development of further knowledge and skills in a selected nursing speciality area.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites


A registered nurse with an undergraduate degree. Other qualifications and significant work experience are considered in meeting admission requirements. Overseas applicants are required to have completed a nursing program of three years or more leading to registration, be currently registered in their own country and provide documentation to that effect.

Specific Requirements


Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning


Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability


This fee paying course is of two semesters part-time study. As some units are offered only once in each year, there is some limitation of choice.

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 Semester 1

301351 v.2   Nursing (General) Stream   100.0
  OR  
301352 v.2   Nursing (Perioperative) Stream   100.0
  100.0
 

Availability

Year Location All* Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1     Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.



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