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Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Mental Health)

Course code: 0669 + Course abbreviation: GradCertNurs(Mental) + Total credit points required: 24 + 2 semesters part-time

Study mode and course location

Off-campus (Peninsula)

Course description

This course, offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery, is designed for registered nurses who wish to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to care for people with psychiatric and mental health problems. It makes extensive use of computer technology to facilitate communication between students, teaching staff, clinical experts and consumers. The course is accredited, leading to endorsement as a psychiatric nurse by the Nurses Board of Victoria.

Entry requirements

Applicants would normally have a degree in nursing or a related discipline; registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria (Division 1, 3 or 4, or eligible for registration); and at least one year of nursing experience. Special entry may be available.

Course structure

The course consists of the following three core units.

Core units

NSG5214 Developing a therapeutic alliance
NSG5227 Integrated mental health care
NUR5215 Foundations of mental health nursing

Assessment

Assessment includes assignments, skills assessment, online discussions and an exam.

Contact details

Inquiries

Administrative Officer (Postgraduate)
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Monash University
Peninsula campus
McMahons Road
Frankston, Victoria 3199
Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9904 4156
Fax: +61 3 9904 4655

Website: med.monash.edu.au/nursing/postgraduate/

Course coordinator

Mr Stephen Elsom

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