Graduate Diploma in Correctional Nursing

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Location
Online
Next start term
Hyperflexible Annual Term, 2027
Study mode
Online
Course code
CM91
First-year fee
$18,400 (2026 Indicative) (FFP)
The Indicative Course Fee is the total approximate cost of enrolling in this course in a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place in 2026. See Fees & Scholarships section for more details.
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Overview

Explore the complex interplay between incarceration, health and wellbeing with our Graduate Diploma in Correctional Nursing. You will acquire knowledge of contemporary leadership and human resources to support your career progression.

Developed in response to industry feedback and a growing demand for nurses with a specialist skillset, this course will provide you with the essential knowledge required to provide specialist care to people who are, or have been, incarcerated or detained. 

Enjoy the flexibility of studying completely online, at your own pace, with no term dates or submission deadlines. 

Upon successful completion, you may choose to further advance your skills and knowledge with our Master of Correctional Nursing. You will be eligible to apply for credit as you progress along this pathway

Study Experience

Discover more about your online, self-paced correctional nursing degree, offering seamless pathways to advance your skills and knowledge and the ability to start anytime. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Flexible Online Study
  • Seamless Pathways
  • Self Paced
  • Start Anytime

Career Opportunities

On completion of this course, you will possess the necessary knowledge to provide care for people who are or have been incarcerated, in a variety of settings.

Structure & Availability

This course is offered fully online in hyperflexible format, meaning you can apply to start anytime.

Available Locations

Flexible Online Study

Designed for maximum flexibility, this course is entirely self-paced and 100% online. Access your course content on any device, anytime.

Your Course

You must complete eight units (48 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (8 units)

Unit details

The eight units you will study are listed on the Unit Packs tab.

Core Units

You will study the eight units listed below.

Additional Information

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. 

Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative Course Fee

The Indicative Course Fee is the total approximate cost of enrolling in this course in a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place in 2026. The indicative fee should be used as a guide only. Fees are charged per unit studied and the amount quoted above would be applicable if you completed all units in this course in 2026. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage.

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

There may be additional costs as part of your studies, such as technology expenses. Learn more about other study costs.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Follow These Steps

  1. 1
    Check you meet the course requirements
  2. 2
    Get a Unique Student Identifier

Extra Admission Information

Learn about the assessment of applications and everything you need to know about receiving and accepting an offer to study with CQU.

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