Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing Specialisations: Orthopaedics Nursing
The Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Nursing is intended for registered nurses who are currently working in a range of healthcare settings or those considering transitioning to the education and community health sectors.
Course details
An orthopaedic nurse focuses on the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders and associated traumatic conditions.
This course will enhance your current nursing knowledge and explores the impact of acute and chronic illness, differentiation of the range of musculoskeletal dysfunction associated with trauma and emphasises assessment and management strategies within both the adult and paediatric setting.
Students will examine the effect of acute and chronic sickness, differentiates the spectrum of musculoskeletal dysfunction associated with trauma, and emphasises evaluation and treatment options for both adults and children. This online course incorporates a range of learning styles into a virtual classroom, including case studies, multimedia, and discussion forums.
Selected University Details
The Institute of Health & Management, Australia (IHM) offers accredited postgraduate courses in health, management, research and nursing for both domestic and international students through campuses in Rosanna, Sydney, Perth, and Melbourne and also online. Founded in 2012 as the Institute of Health and Management Pty Ltd, the Institute is accredited by the Australian government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). IHM is also registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). IHM’s advanced learning courses are meticulously developed on par with global standards and delivered by experienced faculty with a focus on excellence, both online and through campus-based programs. The blended delivery modes allow students to successfully balance their work and study schedules. IHM leverages new technologies and learning platforms to empower learners with specialist courses that will help them to develop and enhance their skills. IHM belongs to the Health Careers Group, a group of organizations headquartered in Australia and committed to building international careers and to creating solutions for quality education and employment. IHM brings you the EPIQRN program in collaboration with various leading institutes in Australia.
Institute of Health & Management
Australia
Duration : 26 weeks
Delivery mode : Online
Entry Criteria
- Have completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification
- or 3 years Diploma of Nursing leading to Registered Nurses in home country having a three years of work experience.
- Be an AHPRA registered nurse; or
- Be a registered nurse with the Nurses’ Board/Council from the country of origin or place of residence
Orthopaedics nurses work in diverse roles and places, including:
- Inpatient units in hospital settings – Surgical, Orthopaedic departments
- Trauma centres
- Speciality hospitals
- Community centres
- Rehabilitation centres
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing an applicant is required to:
- Have completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification
- or 3 years Diploma of Nursing leading to Registered Nurses in home country having a three years of work experience.
- Be an AHPRA registered nurse; or
- Be a registered nurse with the Nurses’ Board/Council from the country of origin or place of residence
English Language Proficiency Entry Requirements has to be met by the student Know more