Microcredential
Introduction to Respiratory Nursing
On this page: Overview | Scope of future study | Learning outcomes | Course structure | Entry requirements | Fees | Apply
Important dates
| 2025 | Applications close | Commences | Census Date | Academic Withdrawal** | Ends | Grade Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 15 January 2025 | 20 January 2025 | 3 February 2025 | 24 February 2025 | 30 March 2025 | 14 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | 9 April 2025 | 14 April 2025 | 28 April 2025 | 19 May 2025 | 22 June 2025 | 7 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | 2 July 2025 | 7 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 11 August 2025 | 14 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | 24 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 | 13 October 2025 | 3 November 2025 | 7 December 2025 | 19 January 2026 |
Overview
The Introduction to Respiratory Nursing microcredential aims to develop your respiratory clinical assessment skills and knowledge and apply them to the clinical situation. It is important to assess and interpret respiratory findings with consideration given to the individual’s clinical presentation. You will learn to relate the physiology of oxygen transport to pulse oximetry and recognise the advantages and limitations of information in the clinical setting. An important aspect of respiratory assessment is lung function.
This microcredential will also introduce you to diagnostic tests that individuals suffering from respiratory symptoms may undergo or have to perform. It has been written to give you insight into the purpose of the tests and an understanding of the procedures relevant to nursing care and health education.
This microcredential is the first in a series of three that corresponds to the unit of study 336 Respiratory Nursing.
Scope of future study
This microcredential can be completed to receive a standalone credential or stacked together in a series of three microcredentials. Completing all three microcredentials in the series allows you to apply for credit towards the unit 336 Respiratory Nursing (6 credit points) to build towards a full Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing at ACN.
Which unit does this microcredential align with?
Learning outcomes
- apply the principles of primary survey and focused respiratory assessment to clinical practice
- evaluate the use of a variety of diagnostic tools and procedures
Course structure
Topics
- Module 1: Epidemiology
- Module 2: Respiratory assessment
- Module 3: Respiratory monitoring and diagnostics
- Module 4: Advanced principles of oxygenation and ventilation
Assessment
- Reflective journal
Entry requirements
Applicable to registered nurses caring for individuals with respiratory conditions regardless of the workplace setting.
Fees
Members: $881
Non-members: $979
Fees are GST inclusive and are subject to change without notice.
Meet your Nurse Educator
Mevin Paulose, Nurse Educator – Higher Education
RN, BScN (Hons), MN (Clin Teach), Cert in Teaching Fundamentals, Cert IV TAE
e: mevin.paulose@acn.edu.au
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Mevin coordinates the Graduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Nursing at ACN. She was previously coordinating the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing. Clinically, Mevin has extensively worked in maternity, where she strove to provide person and family-centred care. She has also worked as a nurse educator with other educational organisations.
Mevin firmly believes that educating nurses is critical as it empowers them to adopt evidence-based practices that will foster positive experiences for people in their care. She strives to create a positive and student-centered learning environment by incorporating culturally safe and holistic nursing principles, imperative to clinical practice.
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How microcredentials work
Start with a single course, build practical skills you can use immediately, and stack credits towards a graduate certificate when you’re ready.
1
Choose your first course
Start with any microcredential that fits your goals and interests. Each course is online, self-paced, and designed to make an impact in your practice right away.
2
Build your expertise
As you complete more courses, you build expertise in essential areas. Each microcredential you complete adds to your skills and prepares you for greater responsibility.
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Stack towards a Graduate Certificate
Combine your completed courses to work towards a graduate certificate, creating a pathway to formal qualifications on your own schedule.
Why study with ACN
*The ACN Member discount cannot be applied to the Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Re-entry).
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