Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing
Program code
3290
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
1 year part-time
Credit points
40
Indicative fee
$5,000.00* per year (more)
* 2024 indicative annual CSP
fee
Admission requirements
- Bachelor degree in Nursing and professional registration and current relevant employment
- Professional registration and relevant work experience
(more)
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing degree enables registered nurses to develop advanced knowledge and specialist skills in the critical care environment and address the core competencies related to critical care nursing.
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3289 | Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3290 | Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing (this program) | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3291 | Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3343 | Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3345 | Graduate Certificate in Professional Nursing | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 5721 | Master of Advanced Nursing Practice | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
Note: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
This program is offered part-time only via online delivery.
Managing study interruptions
Leave of absence
Students may not take a leave of absence in this program without the prior approval of the Program Director. The Program Director will review applications for leave of absence relative to the maximum time available to complete the program, professional registration requirements and employment requirements (if applicable).
My career opportunities
You may take on employment and roles of nursing leadership in the clinical specialist area of critical care nursing. You may also expect increased professional recognition and mobility, an enhanced ability to remain in employment and an ability to provide leadership in the health field.
Pathways to further study
Graduates from the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing may apply for entry to the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (5721) .
Commonwealth supported students
- The indicative fee represents the expected average fee for an annual full-time study load (80 credit points). This is based on average study patterns across courses and the Australian Government's broad discipline areas (student contribution bands). A student's actual annual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of majors and electives. The Australian Government sets student contribution amounts on an annual basis.
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Fee-paying postgraduate (domestic) students
Indicative annual tuition fee
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points.
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Tuition fees
- A fee-paying postgraduate student pays tuition fees.
- Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date.
- The tuition fee for students who commence their program prior to 2014 is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student commenced the program.
- The tuition fee for students who commence their program from 2014 onwards is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled.
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Program fees for the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing (3290)
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Tuition fees for your degree program
Changing programs
If a postgraduate student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.
Further information
- Calculating your EFTSL
- Fees and Charges Procedure
- Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
- Financial help and support
Additional fee information
This postgraduate program has Commonwealth Supported Places. If you are eligible, the Australian Government will contribute to the cost of this program but you will also be required to make a contribution. Quotas are applied for admission to the Commonwealth Supported Places. Where demand exceeds the number of available places and all places have been filled for the current admission period, applicants who meet minimum program entry requirements may be eligible for a Fee-Paying Postgraduate place if such places are available. Please note that deferrals are not permitted for programs with Commonwealth Supported Places.