Acute Care Nursing

Griffith University is a young, research-led institution with campuses across South East Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Founded in 1975, Griffith serves around 45,000 students with a strong international community of more than 8,500 learners. The university combines high-quality teaching with a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and practical research, offering a balanced student lifestyle near beaches, urban centres and natural reserves.

Griffith offers a wide range of programs across health, environmental science, business, creative arts and engineering, supported by modern facilities such as advanced design and manufacturing labs and clinical training centres. Its research institutes address global challenges in areas like water science, drug discovery and climate adaptation, and students benefit from industry-linked projects, placements and applied learning that enhance professional readiness and employability.

International students are supported by dedicated advisors, scholarship schemes and orientation programs that ease the transition to Australian study. On-campus accommodation options and a buddy program help build connections, while vibrant campus life and career services support internships and graduate outcomes. For students seeking an engaging, practical education in a lively coastal region, Griffith combines academic strength with strong student support and real-world opportunities.

The Acute Care Nursing program at Griffith University is for registered nurses who want to improve their skills in acute care settings, offering a non-degree certification that takes one year to complete, with advantages like advanced clinical practice and critical thinking.

The curriculum covers subjects like evidence-based practices, and students develop skills in decision-making and collaboration, with hands-on experience in healthcare settings, preparing them for the challenges of acute care nursing.

Graduates can pursue careers as clinical nurse specialists, nurse educators, or advanced practice nurses in hospitals, emergency departments, and other healthcare settings, where they can apply their skills to make a significant impact in the healthcare field.