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Graduate Certificate in Nursing Science (Apheresis Nursing)
GCNS Apher
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| Location: | Teaching Hospitals |
| Duration: | 6 months
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Graduate Certificate |
The Graduate Certificate in Nursing Science (Apheresis Nursing) is an academic plan designed to enhance the theoretical base and clinical skills of the registered nurse who is working in the area of Apheresis. This dynamic and evolving specialty includes donor and therapeutic procedures and requires nurses to work at an advanced level. This program provides the opportunity for students to gain a deeper understanding of the assessment and management of this group of people and the technology used to carry out specialised procedures. It aims to:
Apheresis Nursing I
Units: 6 units
Teaching Period: Semester I or 2
This course will examine the nursing and medical science underpinning therapeutic and donor Apheresis. Topics will focus on the care and management of the patient/donor undergoing Apheresis procedures and the recognition and treatment of common complications. The principles of basic haematology, coagulation and immunology will be reviewed. Machines and technical procedures, including the use of columns and filtration Apheresis and photopheresis will be explored.
Apheresis Nursing II
Units: 6 units
Teaching Period: Semester I or II (Students should complete Apheresis Nursing I before undertaking Apheresis Nursing II).
This course will examine Apheresis procedures with a focus on patient/donor centred related issues. Topics will include donor selection and management; patient care including the care of paediatric patients; the role of Apheresis in bone marrow transplantation; collection of specific blood components by Apheresis; validation of procedures and processes; and legal and professional issues.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| SATAC Code | 3GC029 |
| Tuition fees
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Australian Full-fee place: $2,940
for 6 months
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| IELTS Total | 6.5 [more info] |
| Tuition fee
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International student place: $11,000 for 6 months |
| Mid-year entry? | No |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6.5
6
6
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| Tuition fee
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International student place: $11,000 for 6 months |
| Mid-year entry? | No |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
Apheresis Nursing I
Teaching Period: Semester I or 2
This course will examine the nursing and medical science underpinning therapeutic and donor Apheresis. Topics will focus on the care and management of the patient/donor undergoing Apheresis procedures and the recognition and treatment of common complications. The principles of basic haematology, coagulation and immunology will be reviewed. Machines and technical procedures, including the use of columns and filtration Apheresis and photopheresis will be explored.
Apheresis Nursing II
Teaching Period: Semester I or II (Students should complete Apheresis Nursing I before undertaking Apheresis Nursing II).
This course will examine Apheresis procedures with a focus on patient/donor centred related issues. Topics will include donor selection and management; patient care including the care of paediatric patients; the role of Apheresis in bone marrow transplantation; collection of specific blood components by Apheresis; validation of procedures and processes; and legal and professional issues.
Applicants must
This academic plan is offered to registered nurses currently employed in the specialty setting.
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Last updated: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009
