Graduate Certificate in Breast Cancer Nursing

Australian College of Nursing

Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 03761A

Studying breast cancer nursing with ACN will provide you with the principles of breast cancer nursing in order to improve your knowledge and skills for the provision and coordination of evidence-based breast cancer care. The aim is to encourage the professional and ethical understanding of clinical practice development for the improvement of patient outcomes. Our course is written by specialist nurses for nurses, and students are supported by a team of clinical experts, working within the speciality. Our electives allow students to further explore a specific area of interest related to breast cancer nursing. A Graduate Certificate in Breast Cancer Nursing is an investment in your future and will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure better outcomes for your patients and progress your career, leading to opportunities in clinical education, management and specialist nursing roles.

Designed for

Registered nurses caring for patients with breast cancer

Structure

The course is conducted by online distance education including interactions in a virtual classroom. Students complete 4 subjects. The Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing is a one year course, consisting of four 10-week terms. Students will need to complete 4 units – 3 core and 1 elective. One unit is studied per term.Approximate hours of study are 12 – 15 hours per week

Subjects

  • Breast cancers, breast cancer treatments and continuum of care in breast cancer

Standard entry requirements

hold a Bachelor of Nursing or registered nurse* equivalent qualificationbe currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) or the equivalent registering authority in your country of originhave a minimum of one-year postgraduate experiencebe currently employed in an appropriate clinical setting.

Study pathways

Credit transfer to a Master degree

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Parramatta Domestic: $9,100
International: $9,100
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 1 year

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