Key components include:

• the theoretical foundations of nursing science and advanced clinical knowledge and skills of acute-care nursing 
• pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and clinical decision-making for the health management of individuals with acute health conditions 
• pharmacotherapeutics and quality use of medicines. 

In addition, this specialisation focuses on complex clinical decision-making, evidence-informed specialty practice, patient advocacy and holistic specialty practice. You will therefore develop skills in clinical leadership and the promotion and integration of evidence-based nursing practice. 

The Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing is offered as an online course studied on a part-time basis only, as concurrent employment is required. We recommend that you study one or two units per semester.