Course Level

Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma of Correctional Nursing

Explore the complex interplay between incarceration, health and wellbeing with our Graduate Diploma in Correctional Nursing. You will acquire knowledge of contemporary leadership and human resources to support your career progression. Developed in response to industry feedback and a growing demand for nurses with a specialist skillset, this course will provide you with the essential knowledge required to provide specialist care to people who are, or have been, incarcerated or detained. Enjoy the flexibility of studying completely online, at your own pace, with no term dates or submission deadlines. Upon successful completion, you may choose to further advance your skills and knowledge with our Master of Correctional Nursing. You will be eligible to apply for credit as you progress along this pathway

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Online Study

$18,400
N/A

Structure

8 units (48 credits)

Subjects

  • Correctional nursing

Entry requirements

  • To be considered for entry into this course, you must demonstrate the following: Current unconditional Registered Nurse (Division 1) registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. The English language proficiency requirements listed below are those specified by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as required for initial registration. As an applicant for the Graduate Diploma in Correctional Nursing, you are required to demonstrate your English Language competency by holding current and unconditional registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioners Agency. Each application will be assessed individually.