Western Health continues to partner with respected Victorian Universities to offer a variety of postgraduate programs for nurses interested in developing their knowledge and skills in specialty nursing practice.
Opportunities include:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Nursing (Adult Acute Care) in extensive specialties including Cardiac Care, Critical Care, Emergency, Perioperative and Paediatrics.
- Post Graduate study with the Australian Catholic University (ACU) in various specialties, including Correctional Health, Gerontological Nursing, Medical Nursing, Renal Nursing and Surgical Nursing.
- Master of Nursing (any speciality)
Undertaking post-graduate education with Western Health offers a combination of employment and study, increasing your opportunities to integrate theoretical knowledge into clinical practice by being employed in the specialty area being studied.
After graduating, you are eligible to receive a higher qualification allowance.
Recognition of prior learning is possible for nurses who have completed post registration studies in some clinical specialties. These nurses may be eligible for credit of up to 50 percent of the program.
Scholarship Applications:
Specific scholarships are also available for First Nations nurses and midwives who wish to undertake post-graduate study. Applications close 31 March 2024. If you are considering applying please contact Debra.Broomfield@wh.org.au