Graduate Certificate in Mental health nursing

Victoria University (VU)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00124K

The demand for specialist nursing in mental health has never been greater. With the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing, you can gain a strong foundation in mental health nursing with four units of study to help you build your career.You will develop your understanding of mental ill-health and examine common mental illnesses with a contemporary curriculum designed by mental health nursing experts.

Structure

Recovery Oriented Mental Health (Unit Code HNO6010)Biopsychosocial and Cultural Perspectives in Mental Health (Unit Code HNO6011)Effective Trauma-Informed Care (Unit Code HNO6012)​​Mental Health Nursing (Unit Code HNO6008)​​

Standard entry requirements

  • Completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Nursing, or equivalent qualification
  • ANDRegistration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) OR Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) OR equivalent registration with the relevant registering authority for applicants outside of Australia
  • ANDProvide written confirmation from their employer that they are employed in a mental health setting.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online-Campus Domestic: $20,800
No
  • Part-time : 8 months

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