CQUniversity Australia
2 years full-time equivalent
This Master's degree prepares registered nurses to become specialist mental health nurses with advanced clinical expertise and research capabilities. Delivered entirely online with hyperflexible scheduling, it's designed for experienced nurses seeking leadership roles and career advancement in mental health care.
To be eligible, you must be a registered nurse with current registration. English language proficiency requirements apply for international students. You'll need access to internet-connected devices to complete the fully online coursework. Throughout your studies, you must maintain mental health nursing employment to apply your learning to clinical practice, and meet security and health requirements as specified by the university.
The 12-unit course covers: Contextual Foundations of Mental Health Nursing Practice, Mental Health Nursing Assessment and Formulation, Creating Meaningful Relationships, Clinical Foundations for Practice, Recovery Into Action, Mental Health Promotion, Advanced Mental Health Nursing Skills, Alcohol and Other Drugs, and additional specialized units. The curriculum progresses from foundational mental health assessments and diagnostic formulations through recovery-oriented care and therapeutic interventions, culminating in a research project component that allows you to investigate issues in mental health nursing practice.
CQUniversity's mental health nursing programs are accredited by the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) and align with the National Framework for Postgraduate Mental Health Nursing Education. Developed collaboratively with industry professionals and lived experience academics, the courses are evidence-based and clinically relevant. The university offers exceptional flexibility through hyperflexible online delivery, allowing you to study anytime without assessment deadlines, making it ideal for working professionals.
Graduates attain the qualifications and confidence to pursue mental health nursing leadership positions including Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Consultant, and Nurse Unit Manager roles. The qualification provides a competitive edge for promotion and increased financial remuneration from employers. The research component opens pathways into applied clinical research roles, allowing graduates to lead research initiatives in mental health nursing practice.
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