Online Master of Mental Health Nursing
Study Discipline: Medical & Health Sciences
About this Study Course
Embark on a specialized journey as a mental health nurse, gaining diverse perspectives in care through the Mental Health Nursing program at La Trobe University. Tailored to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed in this vital field, our program ensures you are prepared for a rewarding career in mental health nursing.
Overview
Anticipate a soaring demand for mental health nurse positions as you earn your Master of Mental Health Nursing 100% online at La Trobe University. Delve into therapeutic skills, pharmacology, mental health assessment and diagnosis, and considerations in treatment recovery. This program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of mental health, allowing you to apply your learning across diverse settings, whether rural, regional, or metropolitan.
In collaboration with Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA), our Master of Mental Health Nursing ensures you learn from experts in the field, guiding you in creating and implementing clinical plans. The program, open to Division 1 registered nurses, can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or 2–3 years part-time, allowing you to extend your skills through 12 units of study.
This course facilitates a deeper understanding of mental health through systematic analysis and reflection on the relationship between theory and clinical practice. You have the opportunity to exit at a Diploma level with advanced specialist skills or complete the Master of Mental Health Nursing to attain a clinical consultancy level of practice.
Admission Requirements
- Successful completion of an Australian bachelor’s degree in nursing (or equivalent).
- Transcripts from prior universities.
- Resume or CV.
- Be a Division 1 Registered Nurse.
- Have a current practicing certificate with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- English proficiency is required for international students. A minimum TOEFL iBT score of 64 or equivalent is necessary to ensure language competence.
- Therapeutic Skills
- Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment
- Mental Health Diagnosis
- Experiences and Perceptions of Mental Illness
- Mental Health Nursing: Consideration in Treatment and Recovery
- Advanced Mental Health Nursing Practice
- Advanced Therapeutic Skills for Mental Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing and Therapeutic Pharmacology
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Critiquing Research Literature
- Translating Evidence to Practice
The fee is $3,300 per subject.
Future Career Outcomes
As a graduate of the Master of Mental Health Nursing program, anticipate future career outcomes where you play a pivotal role in advancing mental health nursing practices. Navigate leadership positions, influence policy, and contribute significantly to the improvement of mental health services.
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