Program summary
Program title: Graduate Certificate in Nursing (General Practice)
Award abbreviation: GCNurs(GenPrac)
Degree type: coursework
Mode of study: on campus (blended)
Duration: 1 year minimum part-time, 2 years maximum part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Fee type 2011: postgraduate coursework places
Total courses: 4
USC program code: SC505
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Develop your knowledge and skills to practise competently
- Adapt knowledge and skills directly to your work environment
- Work in a rapidly growing nursing speciality
The Graduate Certificate in Nursing (General Practice) is designed to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to practise competently within the general practice environment, and to contribute to the further development of the speciality.
The aim is to expand the skills and knowledge base of practice nurses and support the development of flexible, informed and evidence-based practices. The program is particularly designed to enable students to apply and adapt new knowledge and skills directly to their work environment.
To ensure accessibility and flexibility the program will be available online. Professional placement in a General Practice is included for students who are not employed as a practice nurse. Assessment is tailored to meet student learning needs.
Admission requirements
Applicants must be registered nurses, with a current licence to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Registration
For professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), graduates are required to demonstrate English language skills at IELTS level 7 or equivalent. Test results from relevant examinations will generally need to be obtained within two years prior to applying for registration. For current information about AHPRA registration go to http://www.ahpra.gov.au
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 2, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 2, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Scroll down to your relevant Program Structure.
Program requirements and notes
- Students are required to successfully complete all courses as listed below.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Required courses: (3) [delivered online]
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR551 International Communication | |||
| NUR552 Internship/Research Project (Professional Communication) | |||
| NUR751 Research Design: Methodology and Literature Review |
Elective course: (1) [delivered online]
Select1 elective course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT702 Practice Nursing Contexts | |||
| MGT701 Principles of Practice Nursing | |||
| PUB271 Advanced Health Assessment | |||
| PUB252 Managing People | |||
| NUR708 Managing Organisations | |||
| NUR721 Health Promotion Principles | |||
| NUR712 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning | |||
| NUR709 Learning and Teaching in the Practice Environment | |||
| NUR713 Research in Health Care | |||
| NUR704 Midwifery in a Social Context | |||
| PUB112 Professional Internship | |||
| PUB351 Independent Study | |||
| NUR703 Leadership in Practice Development |
TOTAL UNITS 48
Enquiries
Program coordinator, Associate Professor Margaret Barnes
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5459 4686
Email: mbarnes@usc.edu.au