Overview

• Study UniSQ’s aged care nursing courses within the Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Gerontology) and expand your skills in chronic conditions, dementia and end-of-life care for complex ageing populations.
• The Gerontology specialisation enables you to advance your practice in contemporary health settings, delivering evidence-based safe, ethical and professional care that meets regulatory standards.
• Gain leadership qualities and study the biological, psychological, and social aspects of ageing.

Further study

After completing the Graduate Certificate of Nursing, there will be the option to take the credit from the courses and continue to complete the Graduate Diploma of Nursing or the Master of Nursing.

Career outcomes

• A gerontology or geriatric nurse specialises in the care of elderly patients and is a crucial part of healthcare teams.
• Aged care nursing is in demand with international ageing populations.
• Graduates may work in acute, chronic, private practice, community or residential facilities caring for ageing patients with limited mobility, impaired mental abilities, or life-limiting illness.