Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Nursing

Course overview

Studying the Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Nursing with ACN will provide you with the nursing knowledge required for advanced practice in the Diagnostic and Interventional radiology setting. Students will explore nursing’s professional, legal, and ethical aspects and examine the provision and coordination of evidence-based, collaborative care required to meet the diverse needs of persons in the medical imaging environment.

Students analyse and apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills to clinical case scenarios based on commonly encountered clinical presentations.

The units of study provide students with an opportunity to extend their practice to undertake increasingly complex nursing activities within the scope of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Nursing.

Learning Outcomes

At successful completion of the course students should be able to:

• apply specialist knowledge and high levels of clinical competence in the Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology setting to facilitate optimised person-centred care
• analyse complex clinical problems using critical thinking/clinical reasoning skills, multiple modes of inquiry and a collaborative approach.
• critically evaluate nursing practice against research and current literature to identify potential areas of practice development and promote contemporary evidence-based Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology nursing
• develop leadership, mentoring and educational skills to contribute to a high standard in nursing care and facilitate quality improvement in the Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology setting
• critically reflect on the cultural and ethical issues affecting individuals and groups to advocate for safe, holistic, person-centred care
• develop advanced communication skills to establish therapeutic relationships with individuals and the multidisciplinary team to promote a holistic approach to nursing care.

Career outcomes

A Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Nursing with ACN is an investment in your future and will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure better outcomes for individuals engaging with healthcare and to progress your career, leading to opportunities in clinical education, management and specialist nursing roles.

Course Structure

The Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Nursing is a one year course, consisting of four 10-week terms. Students will need to complete 4 units – 3 core and 1 elective. One unit is studied per term. Approximate hours of study are 12 – 15 hours per week.