GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Graduate Diploma in Gerontological Healthcare
Murdoch University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
As Australia's population ages, demand continues to grow for healthcare professionals with specialised knowledge in caring for older adults with complex needs across acute and community settings. This diploma builds on the Graduate Certificate in Gerontological Healthcare, deepening expertise and expanding scope of practice for those already working in the field, and provides a structured progression from certificate to diploma level for graduates looking to advance their careers. This course is delivered by Murdoch University in Western Australia.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Graduate Diploma in Gerontological Healthcare is an exit award nested within the related Master's course at Murdoch University
- covering You'll become equipped with the essential competencies of gerontological care in hospitals
- homes and communities. Advanced study in areas such as dementia and mental health in older people
- managing long-term illness
- end-of-life care (palliative care). This diploma teaches leadership on aged care services
- supporting workforce development
- professional recognition and leadership. I definitely wouldn't have chosen rural work if I didn't have the opportunity to do rural placements. A lot of the other universities don't really offer that as well as Murdoch do. Camille Talbott
- Nursing Read full student story. Students who complete the required credit points may exit with this award before finishing the full Master's degree
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Admissions
A recognised Bachelor of Nursing Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent nursing degree.
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