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Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This course focuses on applying the latest evidence and best-practice guidelines to deliver high-quality care for sick paediatric patients and their families. It combines online theoretical learning with a supervised clinical practice subject undertaken at the student’s employing hospital. The course is designed to support safe, contemporary paediatric nursing practice through integrated clinical and academic learning.

What you might learn

The program aims to develop nurses’ understanding of key theoretical aspects of paediatric nursing that underpin safe clinical practice. Students build the scientific and research-informed knowledge needed to provide evidence-based care for infants, children and young people. Through guided workplace supervision, learners are supported to confidently translate theory into practice in their clinical setting.

Career outcome

Graduates may progress into specialist paediatric nursing roles in hospitals and health services, supporting the care of infants, children and adolescents. The qualification strengthens capability for evidence-based clinical practice and may support advancement into roles involving increased responsibility within paediatric wards, units, or related services. It is suited to registered nurses seeking structured professional development in paediatric care while remaining employed in clinical practice.

Entry requirements

Currently practising Registered Nurses. English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$22,000 per year

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A$14,000 per year

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Information

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1 years

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January, June

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Parkville

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GC-PAEN

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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