Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

Edith Cowan University

Interested in learning foundational research methods for mental health practiceThis course provides you with foundation knowledge of approaches to research including an understanding of the standards for quality and rigour required and the skills to apply research in mental health practiceCourse learning outcomesCommunicate and apply specialised knowledge concepts and skills to a variety of audiences in the field of mental health nursing practiceApply independent judgement when reviewing analysing and evaluating complex nursing problems to generate creative solutionsDemonstrate professional clinical management skills by initiating planning implementing and evaluating nursing care within a mental health contextCritically reflect on a complex body of mental health care knowledgeCareer OpportunitiesEmployment opportunities include community mental health settings drug and alcohol services and child youth and adult mental health services and perinatal mental health settings