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This course is open to Registered Nurses working for Queensland Health who have undertaken the Cardiac Nursing Transition Course.
Here’s what the course structure could look like. It’s just an example (so don’t use it for enrolment). Interested in the details? You can find current course structure or select a single unit name below to find out what it’s about and how much it costs.
You’d be looking at about 25-30 hours per week (if you’re full time), but this includes on-campus classes and self-directed study (i.e. homework).
Applicants for this course must hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification. Applicants holding other academic qualifications and/or significant managerial work experience may also be granted entry to this course.
Registered Nurses undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Health (Cardiac Nursing) must work a minimum of 0.6 FTE to facilitate the application of theory to the clinical environment.
Applicants for this course must hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification. Applicants holding other academic qualifications and/or significant managerial work experience may also be granted entry to this course.
Registered Nurses undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Health (Cardiac Nursing) must work a minimum of 0.6 FTE to facilitate the application of theory to the clinical environment.
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: HN4
Fees are subject to change annually.
You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
If you're eligible for FEE-HELP, you can defer payment of your tuition fees (up to HELP loan limit). If you’re also eligible for a SA-HELP loan, you can defer your SSAF payment too. You won’t have to start paying either loan back until your income reaches the compulsory repayment threshold.
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Your previous studies might count towards this course (which means you could finish it sooner). Use our credit search to find out if that’s the case.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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