University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education Online
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months (minimum)
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop specialist nursing education capabilities in evidence-informed teaching, learning design and clinical facilitation while strengthening your ability to support professional development and improve learning outcomes in healthcare settings.
Course overview
Develop advanced teaching and clinical education capabilities with the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Designed for registered nurses seeking to expand their expertise in education and professional development, this online postgraduate qualification explores contemporary approaches to teaching, learning and leadership in healthcare. The course focuses on developing effective educational practices that support nursing students, colleagues and multidisciplinary healthcare teams while promoting continuous professional development.
Explore learning design, innovative teaching strategies, workplace education and specialty clinical practice. You'll examine how educational theories and evidence-informed approaches can improve learning experiences, strengthen clinical capabilities and support professional growth. Through practical assessments connected to healthcare settings, you'll develop skills in designing educational activities, facilitating learning and creating inclusive, culturally responsive environments that encourage collaboration and professional development.
The 24-credit-point qualification comprises four subjects, including three compulsory subjects and one elective. Core studies cover teaching and learning cultures in healthcare, innovative learning design and specialty clinical practice, with elective options exploring learning processes or strategic workplace learning. Delivered entirely online, the course allows registered nurses to balance postgraduate study with professional commitments while applying their learning in clinical environments. Graduates may also pursue further postgraduate study through the Master of Advanced Nursing, subject to applicable admission and credit requirements.
Key facts
15th March, 2027
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30th August, 2027
25th October, 2027
What you will study
UTS Online's Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education comprises four subjects.
Core subjects:
- Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning in Healthcare
- Designing Innovative Learning
- Specialty Clinical Practice
Electives (choose one):
- Learning and its Trajectories
- Strategic Learning in Workplaces
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- A completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification in nursing, or an overseas equivalent AND
- Current registration as a registered nurse in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or an international equivalent AND
- Current employment as a registered nurse, or a letter of offer confirming employment as a registered nurse by the commencement of study AND
- A minimum of one year of full-time (1,800 hours or more), or equivalent part-time, post-registration clinical nursing experience.
Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application
Applicants required to demonstrate professional work experience must provide:
- Proof of registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or an international equivalent AND
- A curriculum vitae (CV) AND one of the following:
- A Statement of Service provided by an employer.
- A completed UTS Statement of Service signed by an employer.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum writing score of 6.0.
- TOEFL paper-based: Overall score of 550–583, with a minimum Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5.
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 79–93, with a minimum writing score of 21.
- UTS College Academic English Level 5 (AE5): Pass.
- Pearson PTE Academic: Overall score of 58–64, with a minimum writing score of 50.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 176–184, with a minimum writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be eligible for recognition of prior learning based on relevant previous study or professional experience.
- Previous study or professional experience must meet the applicable course requirements.
- Applicants who have completed relevant studies at another institution may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning.
- Applications are assessed individually after an offer of enrolment has been accepted.
- Approval of recognition of prior learning is not guaranteed.
For more information, visit the university page.
outcomes
Learning outcomes
The course develops the ability to:
- Design and deliver evidence-informed nursing education using contemporary teaching and learning strategies.
- Apply research-informed approaches to improve learning outcomes and support professional development.
- Demonstrate leadership in clinical education, mentoring and workplace learning.
- Promote ethical, inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices in healthcare settings.
- Communicate complex healthcare concepts effectively to diverse learners.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve nursing education and workforce development.
- Foster continuous learning and professional growth across clinical and academic environments.
Career outcomes
Career pathways may include:
- Clinical Nurse Educator
- Clinical Facilitator
- Practice Development Nurse
- Professional Development Facilitator
- Staff Development Coordinator
Fees and FEE-HELP
Domestic full-fee paying prices
- Indicative tuition fee per 6-credit-point subject in 2027: $3,216
- Indicative annual tuition fee (24 credit points) in 2027: $12,865
- Indicative total course fee in 2027: $12,865
Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their tuition fees.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) may apply and is not included in the indicative tuition fees.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.