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About the course
The Specialist Certificate in Registered Nurse Prescribing is an NMBA-approved program that leads to endorsement as a designated registered nurse prescriber. The course comprises two units delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team of nurses, pharmacologists and pharmacists, with workshops available on campus or via video streaming. On completion, graduates meet the education criteria for entry on the Australian Health Practitioner Register with an endorsement for scheduled medicines (designated registered nurse prescriber).
What you might learn
Students develop the knowledge and practical capability required to prescribe scheduled medicines within a designated registered nurse prescriber scope of practice. The program builds evidence-based clinical decision-making and safe, appropriate prescribing supported by teaching from nursing and medicines experts. It also prepares nurses to work to full scope of practice to improve access to care, particularly in priority community settings.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles that incorporate prescribing as a designated registered nurse prescriber, supporting expanded nursing practice in healthcare services. The qualification is particularly relevant for experienced nurses working clinically in primary care, aged care, and in regional, rural and remote or otherwise underserved communities. This endorsement can enhance career progression into advanced practice roles that improve patient access and continuity of care.
Entry requirements
IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
