Master of Mental Health Nursing

One in two Australians will experience mental illness at some point in their life. The need for mental health nurses across all cultures and economies is escalating, and new models of care are being established to meet the specific needs of these people. The Master of Mental Health Nursing will help you develop the specialised skills and knowledge to advance your career in this challenging and rewarding area of healthcare.

What you will study

The Master of Mental Health Nursing is intended for health professionals wishing to undertake a specialist qualification in Mental Health. The main focus is on clinical practice in the area of mental health service provision.

In addition to providing foundational studies in mental health, the program also provides opportunities to study issues and topics of particular interest such as:

Talking therapies

The delivery of psycho-social and psycho-educational interventions

Mental health care for older people

Illness management and recovery

Mental health in primary care

Forensic mental health

Youth and young adult mental health

Career opportunities

Mental health nursing is as rewarding as it is challenging; your work as a mental health nurse will play a significant role in supporting and treating people who need individualised, person-centred recovery care to achieve sustainable wellness. With the Master of Mental Health Nursing, you can achieve clinical excellence and help people on their path to recovery.

Prospective career paths may include:

Clinical Mental Health Nurse

Clinical Nurse Consultant

Mental Health Nurse Researcher

Nurse Practitioner

Credentialed Mental Health Nurse