Specialisation overview
The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice specialisation is available to study as a graduate certificate and as part of the Master of Advanced Practice. This specialisation responds to the increasing need for specialist nursing practice in the prevention and management of patients with acute or chronic wounds, ostomies and incontinence.
Key components include:
- core concepts and pathophysiological processes of diseases and injuries relevant to wound, ostomy and continence
- advanced knowledge of assessment, management and healing
- clinical decision-making, evidence-informed specialty practice, patient advocacy and holistic specialty practice.
You will also complete two weeks of speciality clinical practice that includes a focus on interprofessional learning and collaboration.
The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice specialisation is offered on a part-time basis only and is available in semester 1 only at both Curtin Perth and Curtin Singapore.
Note: This specialisation is not available to international students studying in Australia on a student visa.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information on units and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to study this specialisation
A specialisation is a set of four units you study to complement your degree. It helps you broaden your expertise and tailor your degree to your career goals. To study this specialisation, you’ll need to apply for one of the courses listed below.
Degrees
You may also be able to study this degree as part of a different degree, depending on the course structure. Contact a Future Students Advisor for more information.
For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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