University of Tasmania
Minimum 2 years, up to a maximum of 5 years
This graduate diploma enables registered nurses to advance their careers by developing specialist expertise in over 20 nursing fields through flexible, online part-time study. Ideal for working clinicians seeking professional progression, leadership development, or preparation for advanced practice roles.
Applicants must be registered nurses with current general registration in Australia. For the RN Prescriber pathway, nurses must demonstrate equivalent of three years full-time post-initial registration clinical experience (5,000 hours) within the past six years. Some specialisations require specific workplace placements or clinical experience in particular settings such as intensive care units, emergency departments, or operating theatres.
The program comprises 100 credit points with 50 credit points in core and core option units within a chosen specialisation, and 50 credit points under one of three pathways: nursing coursework, nursing research, or RN prescribing. Specialisations include Acute Care Nursing, Addiction Studies, Cardiovascular Nursing, Child and Family Health Nursing, Clinical Teaching, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Gerontological Nursing, High Acuity Nursing, Leadership in Practice, Mental Health Nursing, Neonatal Care, Neuroscience Nursing, Oncology Nursing, Orthopaedic Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Palliative Care, Perianaesthesia Nursing, Perioperative Nursing, and Primary Health Care. Core units cover advanced health assessment, patient deterioration interpretation, evidence-informed practice, and therapeutic medication management.
University of Tasmania delivers professionally accredited nursing education with ANMAC accreditation for the RN Prescriber pathway and NMBA approval. The university provides experienced practitioner-led learning, flexible online delivery designed for working clinicians, and strong industry partnerships with health sector employers offering generous scholarships. The institution's commitment to evidence-informed practice and person-centred care ensures graduates are equipped with contemporary clinical knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Graduates can progress to master's degree programs and advance into specialist clinical roles, leadership positions, or designated RN prescriber endorsement. Career pathways include specialist nursing positions in acute care, critical care, mental health, oncology, perioperative, and community health settings. The qualification supports progression to advanced practice roles, clinical leadership, education positions, and research opportunities within healthcare organisations.
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