Federation University
Graduate Certificate in Health (Peri-Operative Nursing)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPerioperative nurses are an integral part of the multidisciplinary surgical and anaesthetic team.
The Graduate Certificate in Health (Perioperative Nursing) is a technical skill-building course designed to strengthen critical thinking skills, guide the development of hands-on abilities and reinforce the importance of communication within the wider team in providing safe, quality care for pre, intra and post-operative patients.
Core subjects introduce students to the foundations of perioperative nursing and collaborative care, providing critical skills needed to monitor and identify risks in a range of patient states, and to safely navigate any ethical factors related to patients presenting for surgical intervention.
Students will also be supported to evaluate and apply the Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN) Standards for Perioperative Nursing and ACORN Competencies, the National Safety & Quality in Health Care Standards and NMBA professional standards.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Health (Peri-Operative Nursing) will prepare you for the following roles.
About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
