Graduate Diploma of Rural Nursing Practice
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M
Become a specialist in rural nursing practice and equip yourself with the skills required to lead and support health care in rural communities. Learn how to coordinate culturally safe, up-to-date and evidence-based nursing care in rural communities and develop the tools you need to make a real difference in rural healthcare. Developed by experienced rural nurses, our industry-focused program will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a leader in rural health care. In this course you'll: Take your existing qualifications as a registered nurse and specialise in rural nursing practices. Learn from experienced rural nursing academics who are also practicing clinicians. Develop in-demand clinical skills and knowledge in digital health, urgent care, advanced life support, palliative care, rural aged care practice and remote emergency care.
Standard entry requirements
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Must be registered as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and hold a current practising certificate.
- Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Successful completion of a recognised entry level Registered Nursing degree (equivalent to an Australian Bachelors degree). It is expected that applicants will be working in the field of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
- Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Bendigo | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Bendigo.
Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Friday, Dec 8 2023
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