Postgraduate Guide Sydney 2021

Graduate Diploma of Forensic Nursing Forensic medicine is a highly specialised area requiring a detailed understanding of the law as well as patient care. This unique program, which can be completed in two years of part-time study, introduces Registered Nurses to the complex issues facing health professionals working in the area of forensic nursing. Why study this program? Forensic Nurses are in high demand thanks to the growing importance of forensic medicine around the globe. Using a combination of presentations, case studies, written assignments, and intensives, our specially designed Graduate Diploma equips you to work with patients whose healthcare issues intersect with the law. Our two-year program covers topics such as Forensic Nursing and Populations, Forensic Nursing Principles, MedicoLegal Issues, Professional Role Development and Ethics for Professional Life. In addition, the foundational courses of mental health practice are included to support the work of the forensic nurse in a variety of roles. At the completion of the program, you are trained to respond in an effective and appropriate manner to a range of challenging medical situations. Program summary Year One • Introduction to Forensic Nursing • Forensic Nursing Populations (Nursing) • Linking Forensic Nursing Principles to Practice: Care of the Forensic Patient (Nursing) • Medico-Legal Issues for the Forensic Nurse (Nursing) Program code: 4116 Intakes: Semester 1 and Semester 2 Duration: 2 years part-time Study mode: 100% Online Year Two • Contemporary Mental Health Practice • Interpersonal Communication • Professional Role Development • Ethics for Professional Life Entry requirements • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. • Nursing or other appropriate degree or the equivalent. • Minimum of one year relevant post registration nursing experience. Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Nursing & Allied Health Developed after extensive consultation with the medical profession, our multi-disciplinary program is tailored to the needs of Registered Nurses and allied health professionals who wish to build on their mental health skills. You must have already completed a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing & Allied Health before enrolling in this one-year program, which involves essays, case studies and problem-solving exercises. After the completion of this degree, you may wish to consider the Master of Nursing (Mental Health). Why study this program? Like all our Nursing programs, the Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Nursing & Allied Health is highly practical in its focus and has been developed in close consultation with the medical profession. If you are a Registered Nurse and have already completed your Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing & Allied Health, you may wish to further develop your skills and knowledge by taking this one-year program. Once enrolled, you will acquire a detailed understanding of contemporary practice, allowing you to progress your career in the growing area of mental health care. Assessment is based on a combination of written assignments, case studies and problem-solving exercises. Upon graduation, you will be equipped and ready to work in any mental health environment. Program summary • Advanced Contemporary Mental Health Practice 1 • Advanced Contemporary Mental Health Practice 2 • Ethics for Professional Life • Evidence-based Practice Program code: 4131 Intakes: Semester 1 and Semester 2 Duration: 1 year full-time, or part-time equivalent Study mode: 100% Online Entry requirements You must have a professional health degree or equivalent qualification and be registered with your professional registering authority. 74 | NOTRE DAME POSTGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2021 SYDNEY CAMPUS 75 APPLY DIRECT NOTREDAME.EDU.AU/SYDNEY | NURSING