Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing Practice
A postgraduate certificate for registered nurses to advance their specialty area and clinical practice, contributing towards postgraduate or master's level study in health science or health practice.
NZ$7,204
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Advance specialty nursing knowledge and skills
Develop advanced capabilities in a chosen area of nursing practice, expanding clinical knowledge and practical expertise.
Develop diagnostic and assessment expertise
Gain competency in advanced health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and evidence-informed decision making in nursing contexts.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing Practice allows registered nurses to develop a specialty nursing area and further their knowledge, skills, and practice. The qualification consists of 60 points and supports progression towards a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters in Health Science or Health Practice. It is offered full-time over half a year, with part-time options available, and requires current professional practice.
Course Content
- Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
- Science for Advanced Practice
- Pharmacology Science and Therapeutics
- Applied Pharmacotherapeutics
- Special Topic in Health Sciences
- Managing Long-term Conditions
- Innovation in Primary Health Care
- Mental Health Advanced Specialty Practice
- Other relevant postgraduate health science courses (with approval)
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing); OR Graduate Diploma in Health Science; OR relevant professional practice or experience in a related health field approved as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree
Build towards these roles
Registered NurseNurse PractitionerClinical Nurse SpecialistNurse Educator
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