Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health Nursing

Swinburne University of Technology

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00111D

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health Nursing provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of nursing in forensic mental health. You’ll learn key legal principles, legislation, and core clinical skills (such as violence risk assessment and management). Upon graduating you’ll be able to work effectively in forensic contexts or with forensic patients.

Structure

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health Nursing, students must complete 50 credit points comprising four core units.

Standard entry requirements

An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in one of the following fields of Nursing and Mental health nursing. Completion of Bachelor degrees in other relevant disciplines will be considered.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Hawthorn Domestic: $17,950
Yes
  • Part-time : 1 year
Swinburne Online Domestic: $8,640
No
  • Full-time : 6 months
  • Part-time : 1 year
  • Online/Off-campus : 6 months

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