Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing
Course code: SC-PAEN
January, June
AUD $7,000 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
January, June
AUD $7,000 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0
Course overview
Overview
- Expand your scope of practice in paediatric nursing care
- Gain specialised knowledge aligned with the latest evidence and best practices
- Designed for nurses beginning in the specialty of paediatric nursing
The Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing is designed to expand your scope of practice and develop advanced competencies in providing high-quality care for sick paediatric patients and their families. This course will equip you with specialised knowledge and skills aligned with the latest evidence and best practice guidelines in paediatric nursing.
Gain hands-on experience while learning from expert educators. The program is targeted towards nurses who are beginning in the specialty of paediatric nursing, offering an opportunity to advance your expertise in this rewarding yet emotionally demanding field. Upon completion, you will be prepared to pursue a range of opportunities across various hospital settings dedicated to paediatric care.
Designed in accordance with industry standards, this flexibly delivered course is a 25-credit point, part-time, coursework program conducted over two terms, consisting of two core 12.5 credit point online subjects.
Who is the Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing for?
This course is designed for division 1 Registered Nurses with AHPRA or equivalent registration with an international health practitioner regulation agency.
Why study the Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing?
If you are a nurse beginning in the specialty of paediatric nursing, this course will provide you with the opportunity to expand your scope of practice and develop advanced competencies in providing high-quality care for sick paediatric patients and their families. By gaining specialised knowledge aligned with the latest evidence and best practices, you will be prepared to pursue a range of rewarding career opportunities in various hospital settings dedicated to paediatric care.
Courses related to the Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing
Upon completion of the Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Nursing, you may be eligible to receive advanced standing toward the Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing, allowing you to further advance your expertise and career opportunities in specialised areas of paediatric nursing practice.
Want to know more?
Attend an information session to learn more about the application process and course structure for SC-PAEN and GC-PAEN.