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Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Nursing

Graduate Diploma.
Southern Cross University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This fully online Graduate Diploma is designed for registered nurses seeking specialised knowledge and improved employment outcomes in mental health. It draws on contemporary research and policy and has been developed with input from experienced clinical and academic mental health professionals. Units cover mental health theory and practice, physical care and common interventions across acute care, primary mental health and varied healthcare settings. This is graduate diploma-level study in nursing.

Career outcome

Graduates may be better prepared to work in specialised mental health nursing roles across acute inpatient services, community and primary mental health settings, and broader healthcare environments where mental health care is required. The course supports development of advanced practice knowledge to contribute to recovery-oriented care, interdisciplinary collaboration and consumer support. Career pathways commonly align with mental health-focused nursing positions and enhanced responsibilities in clinical services. This is graduate diploma-level preparation in nursing.


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

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16 months

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January, March, May, July, August, October

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Online
SCU Online

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1108132

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE CHANCELLOR’S ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconINTERNATIONAL OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconSCU INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN STEM SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

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