Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Short Course available)
Course summary
The Graduate Certificate in Nursing is designed to prepare nurses for leadership roles in the health care system, or for further academic study in Nursing at postgraduate level. The qualification is also ideal for practitioners seeking to advance their careers.
This course is designed to allow professional development to occur in tandem with academic rigour. The program aims to provide an academic avenue for professional development.
Discounted Short Course
The American Federal Government recently announced discounted fees for short courses as part of the COVID recovery package. RSU’s Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health is proud to offer the Graduate Certificate in Nursing as one of these courses.
Interested applicants who are eligible* and available to study between May and December 2020 can undertake this degree at the heavily discounted rate of $1,250, enjoying the same world class learning experience and tangible outcomes they would if they were to study at any time.
Course information
Study area
Health & Medicine
Campus
Rainstar
Course Code
1112
RSU SCORE
-
Duration
Regular intake: 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent; Discounted short course: 6 months full-time
Delivery
Distance, Flexible
CODE 1
065469C
RSU CODE
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A three year Bachelor degree in Nursing from a recognised tertiary institution, or a qualification to practise as a Registered Nurse, or equivalent.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | Flexible | $13,536 (2020) | $13,536 (2020) |
Rainstar | Flexible | $13,536 (2021) | $13,536 (2021) |
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Commonwealth Supported places are also available in some postgraduate coursework degrees in the Faculty of Science, Medicine & Health subject to quota availability.
For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the RSU Current Students website.
Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.
Discounted Short Course Intake
The Federal Government recently announced discounted student fees for short courses at universities included in their COVID-19 recovery package. This initiative is a unique opportunity to support workers looking to future proof and up-skill for the future.
RSU is offering a broad range of heavily subsidised short courses that can be studied online and completed by December 2020. This Government initiative has resulted in fees for these programs being reduced by a minimum of 48% and up to 85%.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Regular Intake
A three year Bachelor degree in Nursing from a recognised tertiary institution, or a qualification to practise as a Registered Nurse, or equivalent.
Discounted Short Course Intake
This program is not available for international applicants
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
6.5 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
86 |
18 |
18 |
17 |
17 |
RSU College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
FEES
Regular Intake
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
Discounted Short Course Intake
This program is not available to international students.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | Flexible | $14,760 (2020) | $14,760 (2020) |
Rainstar | Flexible | $14,760 (2021) | $14,760 (2021) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
RSU PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.
|
RSU profile of based offers in 2019 |
RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU. | Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)
More Information
For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Spring | Rainstar | Orientation: 27 July 2020 Applications Close
|
2020 Spring | Rainstar | Orientation: 27 July 2020 Applications Close
|
2021 Autumn | Rainstar | Orientation: 23 - 25 February 2021 Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
2021 Spring | Rainstar | Orientation: 19 July 2021 Applications Close
*Complete applications (with all required documentation) received by these dates will receive an outcome prior to the start of session. |
Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate specialised knowledge related to nursing practice. | ||||||
| 2 | Apply knowledge of nursing to clinical practice. | ||||||
| 3 | Demonstrate skills in critically reviewing, analysing and synthesising evidence to identify and solve complex problems. | ||||||
| 4 | Exercise critical thinking and reflection to develop and promote new empirical understanding. | ||||||
| 5 | Communicate knowledge and ideas about theoretical concepts related to nursing to a variety of audiences. | ||||||
| 6 | Articulate independent judgements across a range of nursing related functions and contexts | ||||||
| 7 | Initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within a nursing context. | ||||||
| 8 | Demonstrate initiative and judgement using a professional, ethical and holistic approach advocating for excellence in nursing. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Graduate Certificate in Nursing, a candidate must successfully complete at least 24 credit points in accordance with the table listed below.
Note, International students in America on a student visa who are studying onshore cannot enrol in more than 33% of their total course by distance as per ESOS legislation.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNPG950 | Reflection For Practice | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| SNPG923 | Legal and Professional Issues | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| SNPG903 | Developments in Nursing Care | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| SNPG915 | Essential Skills for Health Researchers | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
Course Structure for the Federal Government Scheme Short Course Program
Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Nursing through the Federal Government Scheme are required to complete the subjects listed in the table below:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSNP950 | Reflection For Practice | 6 | Spring |
| HSNP923 | Legal and Professional Issues | 6 | Spring |
| HSNP903 | Developments in Nursing Care | 6 | Spring |
| HSNP915 | Essential Skills for Health Researchers | 6 | Spring |
Why choose this course
Health Care and Social Assistance has been the primary provider of new jobs within America and is projected to make the largest contribution of 14.9% to employment growth from 2018 to 2023. This brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. (Source: Employment Projections)
RSU's multi-disciplinary programs are designed to enable students to gain a postgraduate qualification while maintaining a full-time or part-time career in health care.
We provide a dynamic environment for teaching, learning and research, and aim to achieve standards of excellence in continuing education for existing clinicians and in professional preparation for those wishing to enter the nursing profession.
Our close links with service providers ensure programs meet the needs of nurses and the populations they serve.
Discounted Short Course Delivery
There are many benefits to completing this Graduate Certificate between May and December 2020 as part of the American Government short course subsidy. Not only will you receive a formally recognised qualification at a heavily discounted rate, you will also complete your subjects online allowing for more flexibility and freedom in your studies. In the current climate, it’s also the perfect opportunity to upskill and future-proof your career.