Introduction to Person-Centered Nursing Practice

NURBN1104 Introduction to Person-Centered Nursing Practice

This unit introduces students to the foundational concepts of critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgment essential for safe and effective nursing practice. Students will learn to conduct comprehensive patient assessments, utilise evidence-based frameworks, and apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on professional behaviours, person-centred care, strength-based nursing and the importance of reflective practice and self-care strategies for personal and professional growth. The unit also supports the development of accurate, professional communication and documentation skills, including the use of digital platforms, to enhance safety and support collaborative, interprofessional care.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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