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About the course
This Graduate Certificate in Correctional Nursing is designed for registered nurses who work in, or want to work in, correctional services. It develops essential knowledge and practical skills to deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to people in custody, with a focus on the unique health needs and challenges of offender populations. The course is delivered online and provides a focused postgraduate qualification in nursing. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue nursing roles within correctional and custodial health services, supporting the delivery of primary and ongoing healthcare for offender populations. The qualification can help nurses strengthen capability for practice in secure environments and may support career progression within correctional services. It is suited to registered nurses seeking specialist postgraduate credentials in nursing within justice and correctional settings. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
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