Federation University
Graduate Certificate in Health (Cardiac Nursing)
Nationally Recognised Higher Education This course is aimed at Registered Nurses who are currently working in Cardiac Care or Cardiac specific health services. This course therefore aims to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills to be able to work in the Cardiac Care environment.Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants for this course must hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent professional qualification. Applicants holding other academic qualifications and/or significant managerial work experience may also be granted entry to this course.
Registered Nurses undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Health (Cardiac Nursing) must work a minimum of 0.6 FTE to facilitate the application of theory to the clinical environment.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Health (Cardiac Nursing) will prepare you for the following roles.
Cardiac Nurse
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Nurse Practitioner
A Nurse Practitioner provides advanced health care to patients in a hospital or other large healthcare setting. You’ll liaise with other health pro...
Research Nurse
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Health Educator
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Rehabilitation Nurse
A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist...
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