Graduate Diploma of Intensive Care Nursing
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
With job growth of 13.9% projected for registered nurses by 2026,* there is an industry demand for nurses with sophisticated specialty skills. As a registered nurse, Deakins Graduate Diploma of Intensive Care Nursing will equip you with the analytical, practical, communication and leadership skills needed to take the lead in the management of critically ill patients in intensive care and high dependency units at an advanced practice level. Study with one of Australias largest and most established nursing schools. Ranked 20th in the world,^ the Schools cutting-edge research is recognised as well above world standard.# Our strong industry connections mean you will be guided by experts in critical care nursing as you explore the current and emerging trends, concepts, knowledge and evidence that provides the policy and practice framework in which the care of critically ill patients takes place.
Structure
To complete the requirements of the Graduate Diploma of Intensive Care Nursing, students must attain 8 credit points, comprising of 6 credit points of core (compulsory) units, plus 2 credit points of electives, of which 1 must be from the course electives, the remaining 1 can be from any level 7 electives from anywhere in the university including stackable short courses (0.5cp microcredentials), subject to eligibility.
Subjects
- Academic Integrity Module
Standard entry requirements
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, and Registration as a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with no conditions and restrictions and Applicants must provide evidence of employment in Australia working in a relevant specialist area with appropriate clinical supervision for the duration of the course. As the Specialisation pathways courses are offered collaboratively between the University and a range of partnership/ collaborating hospitals, student selection into the course is a joint process. Students must independently apply for and seek permanent employment within a collaborating hospital to support and provide a sound clinical learning environment for the clinical program requirements of the course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Cloud(online) | International: $55,600 | No |
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