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About the course
The Master of Advanced Nursing Practice (Nurse Practitioner) is an accredited two-year part-time program for registered nurses seeking endorsement as a nurse practitioner through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). It focuses on advanced clinical leadership and high-level clinical decision-making aligned to the NMBA Nurse Practitioner Standards for Practice. Students are supported by experienced nurse practitioners and clinical leaders through a blend of on-campus learning and online components.
What you might learn
Students develop advanced knowledge and competencies required for autonomous nurse practitioner practice, with an emphasis on evidence-based care and service improvement. The course builds clinical leadership, critical thinking and complex decision-making skills aligned to the NMBA Nurse Practitioner Standards for Practice. Graduates are prepared to meet endorsement expectations and practice at an advanced level across healthcare settings.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared to pursue endorsement and work as nurse practitioners in a range of clinical contexts, delivering advanced assessment, diagnosis and management within their scope. Career pathways include advanced practice and clinical leadership roles that influence care quality, safety, and service redesign. The program supports progression into senior clinical roles across hospital, community and primary care environments.
Entry requirements
This course is designed for currently practicing registered nurses seeking endorsement as a nurse practitioner by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
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