Master of Nurse Practitioner-Mental Health
Western Sydney University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00917K
Nurse Practitioners are expected to be clinical leaders who work autonomously from a sound evidence base, instigate diagnostic investigations, prescribe medication within an approved formulary, and refer judiciously. In this course students will undertake units of study that will prepare them for the role of Nurse Practitioner in the specialist area of mental health. This study program incorporates areas of advanced health assessment, clinical leadership, evidence-based nursing, diagnostic skills, therapeutic management, psychopharmacology, evaluation and collaboration in care. students also have the opportunity to complete specialist electives to suit their particular practice setting.
Designed for
Nurses interested in becoming advanced practice nurses or nurse practitioners
Structure
120 credit points
Subjects
- Contemporary professional practice in mental health nursing
- leadership in clinical practice
- evidence based health care
- leadership for quality and safety in health care
- biological considerations in mental health and mental illness for advanced practice
- clinical supervision in health care
- advanced clinical practice in mental health nursing.
Standard entry requirements
- Registered Nurse (currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Nursing and Midwifery)
- Bachelor degree in Nursing or Health Science (Nursing)
- Or minimum 5 years FTE work experience in mental health nursing and graduate certificate in mental health nursing and 3 years FTE work experience as a registered nurse, of which 12 months full-time equivalent is in an advanced clinical role in mental health
Study pathways
Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma on completion of the relevant units.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| WSU Online | No |
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Further information
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof can be found on the Universities Admissions Centre website (UAC).
