Duration
2 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
February, July
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
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Career outcomes
Overview
- Gain advanced knowledge and skills in nursing practice
- Develop expertise in clinical leadership and decision-making
- Enhance research and evidence-based practice capabilities
The Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (Nurse Practitioner) empowers registered nurses with advanced clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and evidence-based decision-making expertise. Through strong clinical practice, Integrated Professional Practice placements, and supportive supervision, you’ll gain the confidence to become an advanced practice nurse and meet NMBA Standards.
Attributes of the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (Nurse Practitioner)/MANP (NP) graduates
The MANP (NP) graduates are academically excellent, knowledgeable across disciplines, leaders in communities, attuned to cultural diversity, and active global citizens.
Career outcomes of the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (Nurse Practitioner)/MANP (NP) graduates
The program’s strong clinical focus, including Integrated Professional Practice (IPP) placements and your own employed clinical practice (ECP), averaging 38 hours per fortnight, will give you the confidence and practical expertise to step forward as an advanced practice nurse. With the guidance of a dedicated Clinical Teaching and Supervision (CTS) team, you’ll graduate ready to meet the NMBA Standards for Practice and help shape the future of healthcare.
Upon successful completion of the program and endorsement by the NMBA, you will be qualified to pursue a range of advanced nursing roles, including:
- Nurse Practitioner in various healthcare settings (e.g., hospitals, clinics, community health centres)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Advanced Practice Nurse
- Nursing Educator
- Nursing Researcher
- Healthcare Policy Advisor
Professional endorsement
The MANP (NP) is a NMBA approved program of study for registered nurses seeking NMBA endorsement as a nurse practitioner. The endorsement standards and guidelines for application can be reviewed on the NMBA website.