This course aims to facilitate the acquisition of theoretical knowledge, skills and attitudes inherent in palliative care practice and prepare Division 1 nurses for entry into the specialist field of palliative care. On completion of this course, students should be able to discuss the philosophy of hospice and palliative care; utilise the decision-making process in assessing, planning and evaluating problems relating to clients, caregivers and the community related to palliative care; develop an understanding of the relationship of cultural and spiritual beliefs, grief and bereavement; explore a range of belief systems and methods of assisting clients to maintain their preferred lifestyles; demonstrate a range of skills related to caring, counselling and pastoral care; and determine the availability of resources and structure of different palliative care services.
Applicants would normally have a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent; registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria (eg Division 1 or be eligible for registration); and at least one year of nursing experience. Special entry may be available.
The Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Palliative Care) consists of the following three core units and one elective unit, which will normally be undertaken by off-campus learning on a part-time basis over a period of one year.
Assessment includes assignments, reports, computer conferencing, fieldwork reports and skills assessment.
Inquiries should be directed to the administrative officer (postgraduate), School of Nursing, Peninsula campus, telephone (03) 9904 4156 or fax (03) 9904 4655. Website http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing/prospective/.
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