Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing
Nursing
A course by
AUT
The Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing prepares registered nurses for safe prescribing in primary health and specialty teams, meeting Nursing Council of New Zealand educational requirements.
NZ$11,852
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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$11,852
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
Post Grad
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Core skills this course teaches
Meet educational requirements for Nurse Prescribing
Prepare registered nurses to meet the Nursing Council of New Zealand requirements for prescribing.
Develop advanced clinical judgement
Build skills in advanced assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and therapeutic decision-making.
What You're Signing Up For
The new Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing advances postgraduate academic development and prepares registered nurses to meet the Nursing Council of New Zealand educational requirements for registered nurse prescribing. It is designed for RNs in primary health and specialty teams to safely increase patient access to medicines for long-term or common health conditions. Flexible learning options support working professionals, and graduates may use the diploma as a foundation towards further study such as becoming a nurse practitioner.
Course Content
- Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
- Specialty Practicum
- Science for Advanced Practice
- Pharmacology Science and Therapeutics
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (or equivalent)
Be a registered nurse (RN) with a current Nursing Council of New Zealand practising certificate
Evidence of current professional practice
Find these employment opportunities
Registered Nurse Prescriber in primary health or specialty teamsAdvanced practice roles in nursingPathways toward Nurse Practitioner
