FAQs

There may be a few things you'd like to know about the Continuing Professional Development programs currently being offered at The University of Queensland School of Nursing and Midwifery.

Below are a few Frequently Asked QuestionS which may help to answer some of your queries.

Who teaches the CPD courses?

At UQ we are very fortunate in that we have access to a great many experts across a wide range of subjects. All of our presenters are experienced in teaching and in the content area of  the course in which they teach. Some presenters are based at the University of Queensland while others are based in a clinical or management setting.

 

How do I register for a CPD course at The University of Queensland?

It's Easy! Just click on the “registration” button and follow the prompts. Your details will be recorded and you will be issued with an invoice. Upon receipt of payment you will be issued with a receipt for tax purposes.
Our online payment system is currently under construction and will be available in 2012
 

What is included in the CPD fees?

  •  A Certificate of Completion with allotted CPD points on the day of the course
  • Scrumptious catering and refreshments
  • All equipment, notes and textbooks as appropriate to the particular course.
  • State of the art teaching venues and facilities
  • Expert presenters

Can I get a discount?

Discounts apply to various registrations including full-time undergraduate students. Groups of five or more attract a 10% discount for each participant. 

 

Do I get a certificate and when will I receive it?

Certificates of Completion are distributed to successful participants on the final day of the CPD activity. Each certificate includes relevant endorsements and allocated CPD points as well as the participant’s name.

 

What if the course I want to do isn't listed?

At UQ we have a wide range of expertise and are very happy to tailor a course to your needs. Please contact the CPD Manager  to discuss your needs

 

Is parking provided?

There is ample reasonably priced parking on or near all UQ campuses. There is no charge for parking on weekend courses.

 

Is there easy access via public transport?

Yes, all UQ campuses are well serviced by public transport. In addition to bus services, there is a city cat stop at St Lucia campus

 

Do courses provide me with CPD points towards maintaining my professional registration?

Yes! All courses are allocated CPD points and this appears on your certificate for your records. Certificates are issued on course completion

 

Where can CPD at the School of Nursing and Midwifery lead?

In general there are two types of CPD activities offered at the school of nursing and midwifery; credit and non-credit courses.
 
Credit courses are those that attract credit towards our postgraduate programs (eg graduate certificate and masters degree). These courses have met the University of Queensland’s standards for award courses and would usually include formal assessment. Many of these courses are endorsed by the Royal College of Nursing Australia (RCNA) and do attract CPD points towards mandatory continuing professional education.
 
Non-credit courses are those that are largely for members of the profession to enhance their existing knowledge and skills or to develop new knowledge and skills. While these courses are reflective of the University of Queensland’s high quality courses, they do not attract credit into award programs. Many of these courses are endorsed by the Royal College of Nursing Australia (RCNA) and do attract CPD points towards mandatory continuing professional education.

 

Can I get credit from a CPD course into postgraduate nursing or midwifery programs at the University of Queensland?

Yes, please refer to the FAQ above – many courses attract credit into postgraduate programs at the University of Queensland School of Nursing and Midwifery.

 

Do the CPD courses have exams or assessments?

All courses with a pathway or credit into UQ postgraduate programs will contain some form of assessment. The form of assessment varies from course to course but information about assessment will be provided to participants prior to the commencement of the course. All assessment will be based on the learning activities of the course.
 
Courses which do not attract credit into postgraduate courses do not necessarily have assessment.

 

Who teaches the CPD courses?

At UQ we are very fortunate in that we have access to a great many experts across a wide range of subjects. All of our presenters are experienced in teaching and in the content area of  the course in which they teach. Some presenters are based at the University of Queensland while others are based in a clinical or management setting.
 

Can I do any of the CPD course if I am not a nurse of Midwife?

Yes, many of our courses are open to participants outside the nursing and midwifery professions. Please email the CPD Manager to enquire.

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