COURSE INFORMATION
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Y19 Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) course offers an innovative and broad study approach, preparing students for flexible career options in dynamic healthcare settings. This comprehensive course is unique in WA in preparing graduates for beginning level practice in both midwifery and nursing and provides students with the knowledge and skills to deliver high quality care within the healthcare environment. This course has been approved as a pathway for registration as a nurse and midwife by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
On Completion of this course you will be eligible to undertake the following pathways: Midwife, Nurse, Paediatric Nurse, Critical Care Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Regional Nurse, Aged Care Nurse, Rural Nurse, Remote Nurse. |
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS To fulfill the University's reporting obligation to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), names of students undertaking this course will be provided to AHPRA and listed with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for the purposes of student registration
Due to the practical nature of the nursing and midwifery professions, there are inherent performance requirements applicable to this course that may impact upon the success of some potential students. Applicants and students with a disability or other issue likely to impact on their ability to perform in practice are encouraged to contact the Course Coordinator to discuss the supports and inherent requirements of this course.
To be able to undertake clinical practice and fulfil their duty of care, students are required to complete risk management protocols on commencement of the course and carry out amendments in subsequent semesters as appropriate. Risk management protocols include, but are not restricted to: • Certificate of National Police Clearance; • Department of Health (WA) Criminal Screening; • Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - initial certification required plus annual renewal of certification – courses available via ECU provider; • Current Manual Handling Certification - initial certification required plus annual renewal of certification - courses available via ECU provider; • Evidence of immunisation status as per the Department of Health schedule http://www.health.wa.gov.au/circularsnew/circular.cfm?Circ_ID=12275 • MRSA clearance if worked in, or been admitted to, a health facility outside of Western Australia in the 12 months prior to enrolment; • Working with Children Check www.checkwwc.wa.gov.au This course has four designated practicum units which is a fundamental course requirement and each unit may only be attempted once unless otherwise determined by the Board of Examiners. Failure to pass these units may result in exclusion from the course. In order for students to gain eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, students will be required to:
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COURSE LOCATION This course is available on Joondalup Campus. |
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MODE OF STUDY This course is available by Full-time mode. |
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MODE OF DELIVERY This course is available in the following mode of delivery - On-campus. |
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COURSE STRUCTURE The Bachelor of Science (Nursing) Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) is a 600 credit point, four-year full-time award. |
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 15/03/2014 VET: 14/05/2014