Master of Custodial Health
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
The Master of Custodial Health will provide you with advanced clinical skills for responding to the needs of patients in custodial health settings using advanced strategies to provide assessment, support and evidence-based interventions. You will have the opportunity to plan to provide advanced health care to adults and adolescents who encounter the justice system in a range of settings including police cells, courts, correctional facilities, forensic mental health units, and post-release services. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop research skills and translate evidence into clinical practice; and demonstrate an expanded awareness of contemporary issues during the delivery of advanced clinical practices and therapeutic responses. These skills will enhance your ability to undertake an advanced role such as clinical nurse specialist, custodial allied health professional or clinical nurse consultant in the Justice Health context.
Structure
The Master of Custodial Health requires the completion of 80 units, consisting of 40 units of core courses, plus 40 units selected from a list of directed courses relevant to nurses and health professionals working in an advanced role in custodial health.
Subjects
- Primary Health Care
- Forensic Mental Health
- Health and Substance Misuse
- Chronic Disease and Injury Control
Standard entry requirements
- Admission to the program will be available for applicants who are registered nurses or registered allied health professionals and have: A minimum of one year relevant work experience
- OR completed a Bachelor (Honours) (AQF Level 8)
- OR completed postgraduate qualifications such as a Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8) or Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Online | No |
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