Graduate Diploma in Health Support (exit only) (4801)
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 4801
- AQF Level: 8
Cricos code: 110149H
This program applies to students who commenced in 2022 or later.
This is an early exit program only. Applicants apply to Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) and exit with the Graduate Diploma in Health Support award.
Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration)
Study Mode
One year full-time, two years part-time.
Program Advice
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkesbury | Full-time | Internal | |
| Hawkesbury | Part-time | Internal | |
| Parramatta - Victoria Rd | Full-time | Internal | |
| Parramatta - Victoria Rd | Part-time | Internal |
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
International students should also refer to the link below for more information and a link to the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Students will be required to meet the requirements of health services where practical experiences occur.
This is an early exit program only. Applicants apply to Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) and exit with the Graduate Diploma in Health Support award.
Students must successfully complete 80 credit points of subjects.
This comprises
• 20 credit points of specified subjects and
• 60 credit points of subjects
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| NURS 3040 | Foundations of Nursing Practice | 10 |
| NURS 7071 | Introduction to Alterations in Health | 10 |
| 60 credit points of subjects from the following subjects | 60 | |
| Evidence Based Health Care | ||
| Pharmacology Knowledge for Nursing Practice | ||
| Nursing Practice 1 | ||
| Mental Health Nursing Practice | ||
| Chronic Conditions and Disability | ||
| Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Conditions | ||
| Nursing Practice 2 | ||
| Health, Culture and Wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples | ||
| Acute Life-Threatening Conditions | ||
| Palliative and End of Life Care | ||
| Nursing Practice 3 | ||
| Transition to Professional Nursing | ||
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |