Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
Nurses play a critical role in cancer care. The Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing will develop your capacity to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and provide the highest level of cancer care. The program, designed to be undertaken part-time over twelve months, combines flexible online study with immersive clinical learning and clinical competency assessment at your employing healthcare service.
Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing is a 50-point program, designed to be undertaken part-time over twelve months. To gain the award, you must complete four core subjects and two selectives, each worth 12.5 points.
Subjects
- Applied Pathophysiology
- Foundations in Cancer Nursing
- Cancer Nursing Practice 1
- Cancer Nursing Practice 2
- Medical Oncology Nursing
- Haematology Nursing 1
- Radiation Oncology Nursing
- Surgical Oncology Nusing
- Haematology Nursing 2
Standard entry requirements
- Completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or higher-level degree (i.e. Master of Nursing Science - entry-to-practice), AND
- Current and unrestricted registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, AND
- Documented evidence of a minimum of one year of post-registration clinical experience, AND
- Clinical support from a partnering health service and be employed a minimum of three (3) days or 24 hours per week in a specialty area of cancer care for the duration of the course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | International: $13,488 | No |
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