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Postgraduate course

Graduate Certificate in Nursing

Western Sydney University

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About

This program provides registered nurses with the theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to prepare for advanced practice in the clinical setting. In this program you will study cultural and social diversity in health care, perspectives on nursing, evidence based health care and leadership in clinical practice.

As a graduate of this program you will be able to synthesise and apply advanced nursing concepts in order to lead nursing practice and optimise health outcomes. Once you successfully complete this program you may transfer to the Graduate Diploma in Nursing.

Admission criteria

  • Registered nurse currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – Nursing and Midwifery, or eligibility for same, or have a certificate of registration of nursing, within the last five years, in their own country.
  • One year of full-time equivalent work experience as a registered nurse within the last five years.

Applicants must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

Fees and charges

^ Call Western Sydney University on 1300 897 669 for further information about tuition fees.

Australian Government financial assistance

Western Sydney University scholarships and financial assistance

Equity Scholarships through UAC

Further information

Read the full course details on the Western Sydney University website.

Find out more about postgraduate study at Western.

Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 if you have any queries.