Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice

The University of Melbourne

CRICOS 059231J · Duration: 1 Year

Duration

52 weeks

Delivery

On campus (Parkville)

Study Load

Full time / Part time

Intakes

Discontinued - not currently offered

Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice (course code GD-NP) was a 100 credit point course for registered nurses holding a Bachelor of Nursing or Master of Nursing Science, requiring at least one year of documented recent clinical experience. This course is discontinued and not listed on the live study.unimelb.edu.au course finder or the current Handbook; this content is sourced from the archived 2016 University Handbook, the most recent edition in which it appeared. The archived entry did not include a detailed course overview or subject list.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Discontinued course (archived 2016 Handbook entry, not applicable to current/future intakes)
Historically required a Master of Nursing Science, or a Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent qualification)
At least one year of documented clinical experience as a registered nurse (or equivalent) within the preceding five years
Requirements for unrestricted registration as a nurse by the Nurses Board of Victoria
English language requirements: performance band 6.5 for standard approved tests

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This course is discontinued; no current career outcomes data is available
Historically intended for registered nurses seeking to advance their clinical nursing practice qualifications

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANMAC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

Clinical nursing practice subjects

100 credit points of advanced clinical nursing practice subjects for registered nurses; the archived 2016 Handbook entry did not publish a specific subject list.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice take to complete?

The Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice can be completed in 1 year full time or 2 years part time.

When can I start the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice?

The course has multiple intake dates throughout the year, with starts available in January, March, June, and September.

Is the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice available online?

Yes, the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice is delivered online.

Is the Graduate Diploma in Nursing Practice aligned with any professional standards?

Yes, the course in mental health nursing practice is aligned with Australian College standards.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $67,000 to $80,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $110,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Registered NurseEnrolled NurseRegistered Nurse – General Medical / SurgicalEmergency Department NurseIntensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Nurse

Key Skills

Clinical assessment and patient observationMedication administration and pharmacology knowledgeWound care and infection control proceduresCritical thinking and clinical decision-makingPatient advocacy and person-centred care planning

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