Graduate Certificate of Nursing

About this course

Do you have a Bachelor of Nursing? Are you wanting to take your nursing career to the next level? Then the Graduate Certificate of Nursing, offered by James Cook University, is for you. The course equips Registered Nurses with advanced knowledge and specialised skills in their chosen nursing field.

Students choose one of two majors: Leadership and Management or Education. Leadership and Management students will delve into the methods, practices and ethics of health leadership, management and communication. Education majors examine principles of education for health professionals, learning about clinical coaching and teaching in practice settings.

Delivered 100% online, this course gives students the flexibility to study and improve their future career prospects while continuing to work as Registered Nurses.

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

• Completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent qualification, and;
  Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) or Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or equivalent registration with the relevant registering authority for applicants outside of Australia;
• Completed a minimum of one year of full-time clinical experience, or the part-time equivalent, as a registered nurse.
• Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 3a - Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.

Areas of study

In this nursing course, the subjects you may study include:

Leadership and Management major

• Leading and Managing in Health
• Ethics and Health Management
• Effective Clinical Governance
• Persuasive Communication

Education major

• Principles of Education for the Health Professional
• Teaching in Practice Settings
• Clinical Coaching
• Persuasive Communication

Why study with James Cook University Online?

Get equipped with the skills you need to succeed when you study with one of Australia’s leading universities, James Cook University Online! Choose to undertake a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or masters and gain the knowledge and confidence to make your mark in the industry.

Their flexible online study option means you can learn on the go, or from the comfort of your own home while still having full access to leading academic materials. JCU has created an interactive and dynamic online learning platform packed with videos, group chats and more to keep you connected with your teachers and peers.

Enjoy a first-class learning experience when you learn with JCU, ranked in the top 2% of universities from around the globe (Academic Ranking of World Universities – ARWU) and home to some of the world’s leading academics.

Student Support

The success and happiness of their students is James Cook University’s first priority.

From day one through to graduation, students at JCU Online will have the support of a one-on-one Success Advisor. Each advisor will be readily available to help you with any administration, navigating the system, staying motivated and more.

Got a question for your tutor? They’ll be available for any questions and advice via online chat.