Course
code: 1270 * Peninsula campus (on-campus) * Course fees: $8400 * (not
HECS-funded) * Course coordinator: Susan Lee
In a health care environment that is rapidly changing, one constant factor is
that people who are dying, and their loved ones, need control over their lives.
Nurses who have successfully completed this course of study will be equipped
with the skills and knowledge to participate within a multidisciplinary team in
the provision of physical, emotional and spiritual support for people with
terminal illness and their families. Through such support, the expert
palliative care nurse is able to foster client decision making in situations
often clouded by misunderstanding and confusion.
To be eligible for admission, an applicant would normally have relevant registration (eg Division 1 with the Nurses Board of Victoria), at least one year of nursing experience, and a degree in nursing or related discipline.
The course consists of eight subjects, which will normally be completed over a period of two years. Successful completion of the course requires the study of one core research subject, at least four speciality subjects, and three elective subjects negotiated with course coordinator.
Students may also select up to three subjects from other graduate subjects offered by the school or, subject to approval, from other departments of the university.
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