310082 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

PGradDipMenHlthNurs(Curtin)

This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas

Introduction

The Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing consists of both the Mental Health Nursing Stream and the Advanced Mental Health Nursing Stream. The Mental Health Nursing Stream is designed for registered nurses seeking a career pathway in the mental health care system. The Advanced Mental Health Nursing Stream is for nurses currently working in the mental health area who wish to further enhance their knowledge and skills. Students in both streams graduate with the Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing with is recognised by the Nurses and Midwives Board of Western Australia as stated under section 31(2)(b) of the Nurses and Midwives Act 2006.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicants must be registered in Division One with the Nurses and Midwives Board in a state of Australia as a comprehensive or general nurse with a Bachelor of Science (Nursing), or its equivalent. Alternate entry will be offered to nurses registered in Division One with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Western Australia.

Specific Requirements

Students require a Criminal Record Screening and Clearance before commencing the course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one year full time duration or equivalent part time.

Course Organisation

Students taking the Mental Health Nursing Stream will complete three units at Curtin and three units at Murdoch University. There are two clinical practice units in an approved mental health care facility under the preceptorship of a mental health nurse and students will complete a 1000 hour clinical component. Those completing the Advanced Mental Health Nursing Stream will complete a 60 hour learning contract long with core units and an option.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be able to seek employment in many areas of the health care system. In addition graduates of this course may be employed within other work environments such as the justice system. The course will provide nurses with increased knowledge and skills that will facilitate career development and promotional opportunities.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Further Information

School of Nursing and Midwifery, General Enquiries, Telephone 9266 2053.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Credit

311608	v.1	Mental Health Nursing Stream (Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing)	200.0
		OR
311609	v.1	Advanced Mental Health Nursing Stream (Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing)	200.0
			200.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	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.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.