It includes the study of nutrition, traditional & western medicine and other health issues that may affect the health of the living.
Nursing is a part of the health care system that promotes health, prevents illness and cares for the disabled, mentally and physically ailing. They assist the patients in activities that contribute towards their recovery and well being.
– Diploma of Nursing
– Bachelors of Nursing
– Master of Nursing (with specialization)
– Master of Intensive Care Nursing
– Master of Health Security
Accreditation: Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and Australian Council for Healthcare Standards (ACHS) are the two independent accrediting authorities for Nursing & Midwifery and Healthcare respectively. Details of the ANMAC and ACHS requirements are available on their respective websites.
Employment opportunities: A health science and nursing graduate would have a future in a wide field of practice in healthcare systems in both local and worldwide health environments. They can provide high quality care in areas such as mental health, aged care, child care, community health centers, neonatal care, ICU, emergency departments, environmental health departments, rehabilitation counseling, medical research etc.