Graduate Certificate in Breast Cancer Nursing
Australian College of Nursing
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 03761A
Studying breast cancer nursing with ACN will provide you with the principles of breast cancer nursing in order to improve your knowledge and skills for the provision and coordination of evidence-based breast cancer care. The aim is to encourage the professional and ethical understanding of clinical practice development for the improvement of patient outcomes. Our course is written by specialist nurses for nurses, and students are supported by a team of clinical experts, working within the specialty. Our electives allow students to further explore a specific area of interest related to breast cancer nursing. A Graduate Certificate in Breast Cancer Nursing is an investment in your future and will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure better outcomes for your patients and progress your career, leading to opportunities in clinical education, management and specialist nursing roles.
Designed for
Registered nurses caring for patients with breast cancer
Structure
Students will need to complete 4 units - 3 core and 1 elective. One unit is studied per term.
Subjects
- Breast cancers, breast cancer treatments and continuum of care in breast cancer
Standard entry requirements
- Hold a Bachelor of Nursing or registered nurse equivalent qualification
- Be currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) or the equivalent registering authority in your country of origin
- Have a minimum of one-year postgraduate experience
- Be currently employed in an appropriate clinical setting.
Study pathways
Credit transfer to a Master degree
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Online | Domestic: $13,040 International: $13,040 | No |
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