Federation University
Graduate Certificate of Health (Acute Care Nursing)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to extend your nursing practice and specialise in acute care nursing. The course aims to provide career trajectories and enhance opportunities for aspiring registered nurses working in acute care nursing. A blended model of learning will support nurses to achieve deeper clinical knowledge, support their career and educational goals, and develop their practical skills via workshops to provide high quality acute nursing care. This new degree provides additional pathways that cater to different specialisations.
You will start the degree with units that provide advanced practice assessment skills, pathophysiology, and clinical leadership. In the second half of the degree, you will choose your specialisation of interest as either medical-surgical nursing, emergency nursing, or critical care nursing practice. You will be working in the clinical area that you are specialising at a minimum EFT of 0.5 so you can apply new knowledge and skills directly to your practice.
The course is open to students who are successful graduates of a Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent), are currently working in an acute care nursing setting, and have current AHPRA registration.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- 107 Lydiard St, Ballarat Central
- Mount Helen, Ballarat
- Northways Rd, Churchill
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
An applicant must have successfully completed a three year Bachelor of Nursing level qualification (or equivalent) and are employed in at least 0.5 EFT in a relevant clinical setting. The candidate’s ability to demonstrate current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse and a minimum of 0.5 EFT current and ongoing employment in an appropriate clinical setting.
Applicants must supply a current resume with their application and have completed the Acute Care Nursing Letter of Support.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate of Health (Acute Care Nursing) will prepare you for the following roles.
About Federation University
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