Graduate Certificate in Nursing

If you are a Registered Nurse who desires to broaden your knowledge and skills, the Graduate Certificate in Nursing is an ideal program for you. You will be provided with the opportunity to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, so you are prepared to provide evidence-based care in various contexts. A broad range of elective courses enables you to match your learning to your areas of interest or workplace needs.

As a graduate, you can then choose to further your qualifications with a Graduate Diploma of Nursing, which requires an additional four courses, then add another four courses for a Master of Nursing (Coursework).

The Graduate Certificate and Diploma programs are open to you if you do not have an undergraduate nursing degree but have accumulated clinical experience as a Registered Nurse. Notre Dame provides a nurturing environment that will allow you to sharpen your skills and challenge you to succeed in your chosen field.

You will select subjects from the following areas:

• Acute Care
• Mental Health
• Governance
• Education
• Evidenced based practice and research
• Professional Development
• Management and Leadership

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.