Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing
Nursing
A course by
AUT
A one-year, Level 8 postgraduate diploma designed for registered nurses, equipping them to become nurse prescribers and advancing their clinical practice to improve patient access to healthcare.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
North Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Meet NCNZ requirements for nurse prescribing
Graduates will satisfy the Nursing Council of New Zealand educational standards necessary to become a registered nurse prescriber.
Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostics
Develop advanced skills in patient assessment and diagnostic reasoning to inform safe prescribing decisions.
Sound pharmacological and scientific knowledge
Apply in-depth knowledge of pharmacology and science for advanced nursing practice in medication management.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing at AUT prepares currently registered nurses for advanced prescribing roles in primary health and specialty settings. This qualification meets the educational requirements set by the Nursing Council of New Zealand for nurse prescribing and serves as a foundation for nurses wishing to pursue further postgraduate education toward becoming nurse practitioners. Courses are structured to support flexible learning for working professionals.
Course Content
- HEAL824 Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
- HEAL849 Specialty Practicum
- NURS804 Science for Advanced Practice
- PHMY803 Pharmacology Science and Therapeutics
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Registered nurse with a current NCNZ practising certificate
Evidence of current professional practice
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Registered nurse prescriber in primary or specialty care
Advanced nursing practice roles
Foundation for nurse practitioner pathway