301394 v.3 Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Conversion Program for Diplomates

BSc(Curtin)

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Introduction
This conversion program is conducted for registered nurses with an accredited tertiary nursing diploma, intending to convert the diploma to an award degree.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Diploma of Applied Science (Nursing) or equivalent award from an accredited institution. Applicants must also be registered as a General Nurse with an Australian State Nurses Board and eligible for registration with the Nurses Board of Western Australia.

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. Students undertaking this course will be awarded recognition of prior learning equivalent to three years based on previous study.

Duration and Availability
This course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study in which students receive recognition of prior learning equivalent to three years.

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
			SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		600.0
					600.0
Year 1 Semester 1
300720	v.2		Research Foundation in Nursing 213	5.0	25.0
300740	v.2		Management in Health Care 417	3.0	25.0
303793	v.2		Professional Practice Contract 394	8.0	25.0
			SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
					100.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1				Hrs/Wk	Credits
1643	v.6		Human Biology 133	4.0	25.0
1644	v.7		Human Biology 134	4.0	25.0
2919	v.4		Palliative Care Nursing 260	2.0	25.0
5152	v.4		Understanding Dying 260	2.0	25.0
300723	v.2		Lifespan Development 233	3.0	25.0
300730	v.2		Behavioural Response To Illness 234	3.0	25.0
300732	v.2		Health Concepts in Family Care 315	3.0	25.0
300734	v.2		Behavioural Perspectives on Families 335	3.0	25.0
300738	v.2		Behavioural Perspectives of Mental Health 336	3.0	25.0
303826	v.2		Strategic Planning for Nursing 365	3.0	25.0
NB	Electives indicated are to reflect recognition of prior learning awarded.