Graduate Certificate in Renal Nursing

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing from IHM enhances nursing professionals' theoretical and practical skills through online learning. It prepares students for advanced nursing roles, including Advanced Practice Nurse, Nurse Educator, and Clinical Nurse Specialist. The program offers flexibility with recorded sessions and online assessments, allowing students to study at their own pace and location. Graduates can pursue further education in IHM's Master of Nursing program with credit transfer.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing is designed to elevate students’ patient care to an international level by sharpening their theoretical foundations in nursing science as well as their practical knowledge and abilities. Students may continue their education by enrolling in a Master of Nursing programme online or on campus.

Outline:

The course is designed to be completed through online learning, allowing students to engage with course materials, participate in discussions, and complete assignments remotely. This online mode of instruction provides flexibility and convenience, enabling students to study at their own pace and from their preferred location. By offering the programme online, IHM aims to accommodate the diverse needs and schedules of nursing professionals who may be working or have other commitments.

Assessment:

All the subjects include online assessments and quizzes. However, none of the examinations need your physical presence. This may be accomplished from the comfort of your own home with good preparation and active participation in the course delivery.

Teaching:

While we encourage students to participate in the live sessions for an interactive learning experience, attendance for live sessions is not mandatory. Attending the live sessions provides the opportunity for immediate interaction, asking questions, and engaging with instructors and peers, IHM recognizes the importance of flexibility and provides recorded sessions to support students who may have scheduling conflicts.

Careers:

Many nurses choose to study this course at IHM to upskill their qualifications and meet the nursing registration requirements set by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). By obtaining an advanced nursing qualification, nurses can fulfil the criteria set by AHPRA for registration as an advanced practice nurse or for other specialised nursing roles. Here are some of the potential career prospects for graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing program at IHM after gaining Australian nursing registration:

• Pathway to IHM’s Master of Nursing course, with 6 months credit transfer.
• Advanced Practice Nurse
• Nurse Educator
• Nurse Manager/Administrator
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nurse Researcher