Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science

Course Overview Get the clinical understanding and confidence to care for people of all ages while building valuable expertise in psychological science with La Trobe's Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science.Learn from leading clinicians and academics and gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art simulation labs. Move into real-world environments in hospitals and healthcare agencies in your first year, reaping the benefits of our long-standing partnerships with top-tier health providers like Austin Health, The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Bendigo Health.By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science, you will:develop valuable expertise in cognitive, developmental, social, abnormal, clinical and health psychologyknow how to to evaluate and interpret information used in psychological assessment and interventionsbuild a strong foundation in acute care, chronic illness, Indigenous health, mental health, rehabilitation, community and emergency care, biosciences and researchgain in-demand employability skills in leadership, time management, critical thinking and communicationbenefit from placements with our partners, preparing you to step into employment once you graduategraduate ready to apply to become a registered nurse (RN) and take your first steps to becoming a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Note: Completion of this course is subject to core participation requirements, essential requirements, and additional costs. Key Program Highlights Please see the Entry requirements & pathways and Fees & scholarships tabs for more information.The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.