UTS course code: C11119
Testamur title: Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience Nursing
Abbreviation: GradCertN
Course fee: $141.67 per cp (local)¹
Total credit points: 24

Footnote:
1. This course is not offered to international students.

Course aims

The overall aim of this course is to prepare registered nurses to function as specialty neuroscience nurses in a variety of health care settings. The course is designed to impart the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding to enable registered nurses to: practise safely and competently in the specialty of neuroscience nursing; synthesise specialty knowledge, skills, and expertise in order to enhance the quality care for patients and their families; make appropriate clinical judgments in relation to the care of people with neurological problems; critically evaluate their practice to enhance professional practice; develop the ability to actively contribute to the professional development of others; appropriately counsel and support patients and their families as they deal with their health and lifestyle adjustments; and use research in order to make informed decisions about nursing practice.

Course duration

This course is offered on a one-year, part-time basis.

Course structure

Students must complete a total of 24 credit points. The specified subjects are listed in the table below.

Students who are employees of Northern Sydney Health undertake a Clinical Accreditation Program (CAP) that is equivalent to the subject 92869 Specialty Clinical Practice. This is at no cost to participants. On successful completion of the CAP, students are awarded 6 credit points.

Research subjects

92790 Evidence-based Practice¹
92866 Qualitative Research Processes
92889 Quantitative Research Design

Footnote:
1. Students who have not previously done any research subjects must undertake 92790 Evidence-based Practice.

Course program