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The University of Ballarat is a regional dual sector organisation nationally recognised for its outstanding teaching.
The University of Ballarat is a regional dual sector organisation nationally recognised for its outstanding teaching. With nursing programs offered in both technical and further education (TAFE) and higher education, students are advantaged by seamless progression pathways from a Certificate IV in Aged Care through to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
This year is gearing up to be an exciting time for nursing at the University of Ballarat. A new re-accredited Bachelor of Nursing commences this year that recognises prior learning of graduates holding a Diploma of Nursing, by offering three semesters credit into the degree program.
A new Master of Nursing also commences this year, offering two new clinical streams of study in either acute care or palliative care. Postgraduate programs are also offered with the Master of Midwifery and Graduate Diploma in Paramedicine continuing to attract highly qualified registered nurses.
In February, the School of Nursing will celebrate its 25th anniversary of the introduction of nursing at the University of Ballarat. A special event has been organised for the evening of 5 February 2011 and it is expected to be a gala occasion with all past staff and students invited to attend.
Details are available from Helen Ryan on
03 5327 9675.
The nursing faculty staff at the University of Ballarat appreciates the recognition and privileges associated with being a member of RCNA. Staff believe RCNA offers them an opportunity to belong to a professional organisation that keeps them connected and grounded in events that influence nursing. RCNA also represents the voice of all nurses including clinicians, researchers, educators, academics and policy makers and influencers. This is particularly important for nurses and academics working in rural and regional Australia.
Programs on offer at University of Ballarat are:
• Certificate IV in Aged Care
• Course in Medicines Administration for Enrolled Nurses
• Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)
• Bachelor of Nursing (Postregistration)
• Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
• Graduate Diploma of Paramedicine
• Master of Nursing (Coursework)
• Re-entry Program for Division 1 Registered Nurses
• Doctor of Philosophy
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