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Course Code: B1227
This eight-unit degree provides practicing Registered Nurses the opportunity to obtain an undergraduate qualification and further their knowledge and skills in nursing issues essential for advanced professional practice. The course also prepares students to progress to postgraduate studies.
Students who are Australian residents will benefit from the topics on leadership, cultural and Indigenous health care, teaching, research and management.
Students who are currently registered to practice in an overseas country will additionally benefit from studies on nursing within an Australian context.
| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Qualification: | Bachelor of Nursing Conversion (BNursConv) |
| Duration: | 1 year full-time (2 semesters and 1 summer teaching period) or part-time equivalent |
| Availability: | Peel campus (internal) |
| Employment Prospects: | Registered Nurses with advanced knowledge and skills in nursing leadership, cultural and Indigenous health care,teaching,research and management are well placed to contribute effectively to the multidisciplinary team in a changing and evolving health care system. There is a global shortage of registered nurses and Australia is also affected by this. The knowledge and skills gained through this course,particularly that of Australian contemporary practice, will position graduates well for employment in Australia and many overseas countries where Australian nurses are sought. |
| Special Requirements: | International applicants must have a level of health suitable to meet the requirements of this course and meet safe nursing practice. Before commencement of their first clinical placement, students will be required to obtain the following: Department of Health Criminal Record clearance; screening for Tuberculosis, Rubella, Mumps, Measles, Varicella, Tetanus-Diptheria, Poliomyelitis, Hepatitis B and MRSA; a current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) competence. Before students commence paediatric clinical practicum they will be required to apply for a Working With Children clearance. Evidence must be provided and sighted prior to commencement of clinical practice for all the above. |
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