GDN is a TEQSA accredited program from Australian Institute of Health and Management (IHM) Recognized by TEQSA
The Graduate Diploma in Nursing is directed towards nurses with high levels of expertise and responsibility, and who have positions of leadership in the provision of responsive nursing care for individuals and families.. It includes an increased understanding of the value of research and evidence-based practice.Further, the course is guided by the belief that postgraduate education builds upon undergraduate education and previous clinical experience. The course provides an environment conducive to critical inquiry, testing of ideas and the generation and expansion of knowledge. This includes the development of leadership capability and an increased awareness of research skills.
IHM considers you to be an ‘International’ student if you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia; not a citizen of New Zealand; or not a permanent humanitarian visa holder.
* This course does not lead to direct registration as a Nurse or Midwife in Australia
If GNM nurses wish to work in Australia they require registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA). To address the need for a Level 7 qualification or higher Health Careers International Group (HCI) has launched a Level 8 program which is a Graduate Diploma Nursing (GDN) which can be delivered entirely online, providing Diploma qualified nurses with a golden opportunity to become eligible for Nursing Registration in Australia.
It’s not just about getting them to do a GDN which is an AQF Level 8 program (Bachelor of Nursing in Australia is only a Level 7) but ensuring a consistent outcome for candidates after they complete the program by focusing on:
An Australian Nursing registration is immensely portable as a qualification and opens up the whole world for a nurse to look at building a truly global career. An Australian registration in nursing provides the candidate a very practical pathway towards PR in Australia given that nursing is very high on the Skilled Occupation list which is also highlighted by the fact that the Ministry of Labour, Government of Australia has estimated that between 2018 and 2023 Australia will need an additional 52,000 registered nurses to be able to fulfill current and future vacancies. This is in addition to the 69,000 positions in Aged and Disability care. An Australian Registration opens up opportunities for Registration and work in New Zealand, Singapore, UK, Canada, and USA & South Africa.
Apart from providing GNM nurses eligibility to apply for a decision letter the GDN program has
significant up skilling attributes some of which are highlighted below.
Advanced nursing practice is directed towards a high degree of expertise as a nurse with greater levels of responsibilities,
leadership in leading and providing responsive nursing care for individuals and families in general and specialized care,
and increased understanding of the value of research and evidence-based practice.
Further, the course is guided by the belief that postgraduate education builds upon undergraduate
education and previous clinical experience. Therefore the course provides an environment conducive
to critical inquiry, testing of ideas and generation and expansion of knowledge. This includes the
development of leadership capability and increased awareness of research skills.
| COURSE DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Course Code | GDN |
| Award Title | Graduate Diploma in Nursing |
| ELIGIBILITY | GNM/BSC |
| Clinical Experience | GNM : 1 Year B Sc : No Experience Required |
| Duration | 1 Year Full Time ( 2 Semesters) |
| AQF Level | 8 |
| Accreditation | TEQSA |
| FEES | AUD 12000.00(Online) INR 6 Lakhs |
| Course Delivery | Online |
| COURSE COMMENCEMENT | JULY 2020,SEPTEMBER 2020 |
| COURSE Start Date -PERTH(SGT) | 9 JULY 2020, 4 NOV 2020 |
| COURSE Start Date -SYDNEY (WENTWORTH ST) | 9 JULY 2020, 8 OCT 2020 |
| COURSE Start Date - MELBOURNE (NORTH MEL) | 9 JULY 2020, 8 OCT 2020 |
Students may choose to exit midway through the course, in which case they may graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Nursing, consisting of four units of study over one study period full time or, for non CRICOS students, two study periods part time.
Students who have already completed a Graduate Certificate in Nursing may be eligible for advanced standing, subject to credit transfer and recognition of prior learning procedures.
HCI is focused on developing your career in health care. If you wish to take your career a step forward, an accredited higher level qualification is the way to go. Based on your current qualification, please see below the pathways that are available to you. Learn advanced skills and stay up to date with current best practice in your sector!
| UoS Code | Title of UoS |
|---|---|
| GCNNK1 | Nursing Knowledge 1 |
| GCNNK2 | Nursing Knowledge 2 |
| GCNCP3 | Clinical Project |
| GCNRN4 | Research in Nursing |
| UoS Code | Title of UoS |
|---|---|
| GDN3985 | Evidence Based Practice in Nursing and Specializations |
| GDN3986 | Clinical Leadership and management |
| GDN3987 | Professional issues and policies in Nursing and Specialisations |
| GDN3988 | E- Portfolio |
This program offers a pathway for Registered Nurses with a Diploma of Nursing qualification to gain a Postgraduate qualificationIt is now offered completely online; you can continue working while you studyGlobal recognition; accredited to TEQSA and accepted in most of the countries worldwide especially in the UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand etc.On successful completion of GDN, nurses can undertake a Master of Nursing with up to one-year credit.GDN degree holders can choose to become nurse educators, coordinators, managers and achieve other senior positions.Nested Course Structure..
Students may choose to exit midway through the course, in which case they may graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Nursing, consisting of four units of study over a single full-time study period. For non CRICOS students, two study periods part time.
Students who have already completed a Graduate Certificate in Nursing may be eligible for advanced standing, subject to credit transfer and recognition of prior learning procedures.
Upon successful completion of GDN, nurses become eligible for obtaining a decision letter from AHPRA to do CBT / OSCE testing and then become a Registered Nurse in Australia. This decision rests with the AHPRA and is dependent on the individual applicant, provided all the required certified information is accurately given as well as the Registration Standards such as English language and regency of practice is met. This course won't give direct registration.
Leadership positions such as
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Nursing, students can progress towards a Master of Nursing.
Charles Darwin University
The Institute of Health & Management (IHM) has an Articulation Agreement for students of the Graduate Diploma in Nursing (GDN) to the 2nd Year of the Master of Nursing Studies (International) (MNST) delivered by Australia’s Charles Darwin University (CDU).
Students will enrol in the 2nd Year MNST, an AQF Level 9, and complete 4 Units (60 credit points) over 2 Semesters. MNST may be undertaken On-Campus at either CDU’s Casuarina Darwin or Sydney CBD.
University of Wollongong
The Institute of Health & Management (IHM) has an Articulation Agreement for students of the Graduate Diploma in Nursing (GDN) to the 2nd Year of the Master of Nursing Studies delivered by University of Wollongong.
Students will have a direct entry into 2nd Year of Master of Nursing with a choice of major in Leadership, Person-Centred Practice, Dementia Care & Primary Healthcare.
We are pleased to inform that Institute of Health & Management (IHM) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Universidad Catolica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM). Under the Memorandum of Agreement, IHM graduates will receive credit towards UCAM’s Master in Advanced Nursing if they have successfully completed the requisite units at IHM.
These two prestigious institutions have their heritage in nursing and midwifery and are committed to improving the practice and skills of international nursing professionals.
After successful completion of GDN,you have to clear IELTS / OET the you apply to APHRA for the decision letter. Once you get the Letter from APHRA, you have to attend NCLEX - RN tesr and the OBA, test in Australia. Once you complete all these processes, you ca apply for and Australian Nursing registration.
We are a premier healthcare and nursing education provider in Australia and have campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, India, Philippines, Malaysia, Nepal & Middle East and have been in operation for 13 years, having successfully provided Nursing education to more than 15,000 Registered Nurses from India and numerous healthcare professionals. HCI have been in operation for 13 years and have a working collaboration with the Malayalee and Indian Communities around Australia. With their support, we are in a better position to extend our training program delivery globally especially in India. We are very keen to operate in India especially in Kerala as our family base root and back home is Kerala.
The frequent request from the Malayalee communities, we are delivering Australian accredited nursing programs in Trivandrum and all Kerala. The benefits to the student if they are interested to study the program online is as follows:
Course name: Graduate Diploma in Nursing (GDN) Online – Australian accredited course
Duration: 1 year
Live webinar, tutorials and classroom lectures
On site academic support to the students/p>
Highly established technologies Microsoft Office
Face to face training sessions and workshops to the students by Australian educators for 5 days in each centres
Full time technological support and training from Australia
Special scholarships to the students
Small class sizes with faculty who know and understand the potential of their students, and can help them grow in their personal and professional space. Content and learning materials that are currently relevant and designed to meet the highest global standards in healthcare. Educators who are experienced health care professionals who have work experience in Australia. Combining theory and practice to ensure that successful candidates are job ready Support and guidance is provided to students every step of the way, to help them to practice advanced concepts with confidence and competence All our courses are internationally recognized as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), accredited by the Australian government's Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and meet applicable professional licensing or registration requirements.