Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care Nursing

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care Nursing is designed for registered nurses seeking specialist postgraduate preparation to support people with life-limiting illness. Developed with St Vincent’s Health Network Sydney, it blends academic teaching with industry-led learning. Across four integrated courses, students build capability in person-centred palliative care, communication, assessment and symptom management, and evidence-based practice in diverse healthcare settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their practice in palliative and end-of-life care across hospitals, community health, aged care and specialist services. The qualification supports nurses to contribute to holistic care planning, symptom management, shared decision-making and family support as part of multidisciplinary teams. This graduate certificate in nursing provides a pathway to more specialised palliative care responsibilities and postgraduate study. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)