Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Rural and Remote Nursing)

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Take your nursing career to the next level, starting with the Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Rural and Remote Nursing) at Charles Sturt University. Closely developed with industry, this course is the only one of its kind in New South Wales – and one of only two in Australia. Develop your capacity for safe and effective advanced nursing practice that meets the complex healthcare needs of people living in rural and remote communities. With a focus on primary healthcare, advanced assessment skills, emergency nursing care and quality improvement, you’ll graduate with the diverse skill set needed to make a real difference.

This nursing course is delivered 100 per cent online, so you can upskill while you work. And you can gain a postgraduate nursing qualification in as little as eight months of part-time study. Advance your practice at the university with more than 40 years of experience delivering nursing education.

Now even more affordable: save on your fees with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) when you start in 2024. A CSP also means you can apply for a HECS-HELP loan to pay for your studies and defer repayment until you earn above a certain amount. Check the 'Fees' section to see how much you can save with a CSP.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

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    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    Online
    Next session start: July 14, 2025
    Session 1 : March 3, 2025
    Online
    Session 2 : July 14, 2025
    Online

    Duration

    Minimum time - 0.5 year(s)
    Maximum time - 1 year(s)

    Entry score

    TBA

    Indicative fees

    Domestic online
    Fee paying postgraduate:

    Full fee - $13,832.00
    Per 8pt subject - $3,458

    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 32
    AQF: Level 8
    Cricos:

    Additional information

    • Course specific scholarship
    • Credit and admission pathways
    • Integrated Industry connections
    • Commonwealth supported places available

    Advance your nursing career with new graduate certificates in nursing at Charles Sturt

    Postgrad study just got a whole lot more affordable. Save up to 83 per cent with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). Limited places available.

    Why study with us?

    Graduate in under a year

    You can start your rural and remote nursing course in February or July - and complete the four subjects in eight to ten months. Part-time online study offers ultimate flexibility, with everything from lectures and tutorials to assessments online and available whenever it suits you to fit them in. You'll benefit from personalised support and the expertise of Australia's most experienced online uni.

    Gain qualifications as you go

    Start your postgraduate nursing journey with a graduate certificate to upskill with the latest knowledge. Then choose to apply for a Graduate Diploma or Master of Nursing, or come back when you are ready and receive credit for your completed graduate certificate.

    Join a strong professional community

    Our nursing academics are known for their research excellence in key areas of nursing: health equity, refugee child health, aboriginal child and family health, developing nursing capacity for advanced nursing practice, Parkinson's disease, chronic care nursing, dementia, and rural ageing.

    5-star uni for postgrad employment.

    90% of postgrads in full-time employment within 4 months of finishing.

    *Good Universities Guide 2022/23

    Career opportunities

    With a nursing graduate certificate, you'll be able to demonstrate the clinical and decision-making skills you need to provide high level care in complex circumstances. You'll collaborate with other health professionals as you work to improve health outcomes, and you'll influence all levels of care while promoting quality health outcomes for individuals, families, communities and healthcare systems through strong leadership and sound research. Utilise your critical-thinking skills and ability to apply evidence to practice, so you can transition into diverse and challenging nursing roles. These could include leadership and advanced nursing practice positions, including clinical nurse specialist, clinical nurse educator, nurse educator, clinical nurse consultant and nurse manager.

      What you will study

      For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

      Intensive school

      You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

      Core subjects32 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      NRS532Health Assessment for Advancing Nursing Practice8 credit pts
      NRS533Advancing Emergency Care Nursing Practice8 credit pts
      NRS566Advanced Nursing Practice8 credit pts
      NRS570Strengthening Primary Health Care with Rural Communities8 credit pts
      For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

      Graduation requirements

      As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

      Costs

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      How is this calculated?

      This is an estimate

      • Fees calculated based on 1 year of full-time study (ETSL).
      • Fees dependant on chosen subjects.
      • Subject to annual increase each year.

      Scholarships

      We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually!

      They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living and individuals in unique circumstances.

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      Entry requirements

      Selection rank:

      TBA

      Learn about how our selection ranks are calculated (including ATARs and adjustment factors).

      View the course profile for this course.

      • Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree or professional qualification which leads to registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with the Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency or equivalent.
      • Applicants must have at least 12 months full-time experience as a registered nurse.

      Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.  Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

      Credit and pathways

      If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

      Check your eligibility for credit

      We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

      How to apply

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