Duration
1 year part time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake
February, July
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
AUD $14,000 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Student experience
Overview
- Boost your career by becoming a highly skilled primary care nurse.
- Combine your practical experience with cutting-edge, evidence-based techniques.
- Enjoy flexible online learning designed to fit your work and life.
The Graduate Certificate in Primary Care Nursing is here to empower you in your profession. You'll solidify your hands-on experience with evidence-based methods and gain a deep understanding of primary care nursing. When you graduate, this program will highlight you as a highly skilled nurse and prepare you for exciting further study opportunities.
Highlights of the Graduate Certificate in Primary Care Nursing experience
Day-to-day learning
This program is designed to fit your busy schedule and workload. You'll participate in weekly online tasks and enjoy peer-to-peer learning with other nurses who are currently working in primary care or transitioning from various care settings.
We'll encourage you to reflect on current issues in primary care nursing through discussion boards or reflective journals. These activities are designed to help you gain a deeper understanding of community health challenges and appreciate the crucial role nurses play within a team of healthcare professionals.
How you'll learn
This program is all about being practical, theoretical, and evidence-based. It focuses on chronic disease management and preventive health, which are key skills for advancing your career in primary care nursing.
Throughout the course, your assignments will be centred around current primary care challenges, which will support you to deliver outstanding, patient-centred care in various primary care settings.
While much of your learning is flexible and self-paced, you'll always be guided and supported by expert teaching staff from the University of Melbourne.