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About the course
This graduate diploma develops specialist knowledge to understand, educate and support families experiencing perinatal and infant mental health difficulties in the first 12 months after childbirth. You’ll study maternal and infant mental health, screening and management of conditions in the perinatal period, and reflective practice focused on the caregiver–infant relationship. Delivered online, it suits professionals working with children and families in health settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can strengthen their professional standing and apply advanced skills in perinatal and infant mental health across community and institutional services. The course supports practice in screening, supporting and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to assist parents and infants during pregnancy and early parenting. Potential pathways include roles such as maternal and child health nurse or mental health nurse, building leadership capability within nursing-focused care contexts.
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