Postgraduate nursing courses such as the Graduate Diploma of Health (Advanced Nursing) attract high-achieving types who love tackling new challenges. If this sounds like you, this article provides some online learning tools for nursing students that can help you excel in your studies.
These tools are great for staying organised and keeping on top of your workload. We’ll also give you some useful nursing resources for students to blitz your studies and advance your career.
University support tools
Federation University Online offers a wealth of student support services to help you at every stage of your study journey, from enrolment to graduation. We make our nursing student study resources easy to access through our online student hub, plus all students get access to a dedicated support team.
Online study help is provided free to all Federation University Online students through a service called Studiosity, which allows you to seek feedback on assignments and other study queries from a real-life tutor. If you need assistance with academic writing and referencing, Studiosity is one of the best nursing student study tools out there.
These are some of the other great study support services you’ll have access to as a Federation University Online student:
- ASK Service: The Academic Skills and Knowledge (ASK) team is made up of experienced students who can help answer any question you have during your studies.
- Learning Skills Advisors (LSAs): Our LSAs are professional educators who can guide you through assignments and help you improve your academic writing.
- Study Skills for Success: Visit our study skills page to find a collection of online resources to help you with referencing, writing, time management and more.
Mobile apps for nursing students
There are so many great mobile applications out there that you can use as nursing learning tools. Here are some that might help you with your postgraduate nursing studies:
- ECG Challenge: This educational app contains over 150 clinically-obtained ECGs to provide you with insights. Great for nurses who want to practise their skills.
- UpToDate: This is a useful resource for nurses who need questions answered urgently.
- Resuscitate!: This app has been developed by physicians in the United States to provide instant information on how to perform CPR, operate defibrillators, and aid choking victims.
- Full Code – Emergency Medicine: This is an intuitive app designed by medical professionals with over 170+ realistic virtual cases and a game-like interface.
- AusMed: This app provides a simple way to access a wide range of healthcare knowledge and improve the quality of your care.
- Human Anatomy Atlas: Packed with thousands of 3D images, this app is an amazing tool for anyone learning about human anatomy.
Classmates
Nursing itself is a collaborative profession, one that relies on teamwork and clear communication. To get the most out of your postgraduate nursing course, you should take every opportunity to reach out to your classmates. Not only will you likely make some friends to share the experience with, but you’ll probably also find out about useful nursing study resources as well.
A good way to connect with the other people in your class while also getting ahead with your study goals is to start an online study group. This could be as simple as organising a regular Zoom meeting where you can chat to your fellow students about the week’s coursework, and perhaps dedicate an hour to tackling assessments and making notes.
At Federation University Online, you’ll have 24/7 access to a vibrant network of other students, arranged into discussion boards, learning groups, and a private messaging service. Visit our online info page to find out more about connecting with other students, including how to join the Federation University Online student Facebook group.
Nursing podcasts and websites
Some of the best online resources for nursing students can be found in blogs and podcasts created by people who work in the healthcare industry. If you’re looking for inspiration, Nurse Break (an open-access nursing blog) has compiled a list of the best Australian nursing podcasts covering a whole range of topics relevant to nurses.
Up-to-date information can also be found on the Australian Government’s Nursing and midwifery resources page, which provides recent reports and clinical guidelines. To learn about upcoming nursing events and receive information about new health campaigns, you can also subscribe to the nursing and midwifery newsletter.
Social media is another way you can stay informed and connected. For instance, you might like to consider joining the Nurses’ Professional Association of Australia (NPAA) or the Primary Health Care Nurses Australia pages on Facebook.
Online Learning Advisors
Each of your units at Federation University Online will be led by an expert tutor, known as an Online Learning Advisor (OLA). Our tutors draw upon their years of industry experience to help you navigate weekly assessments and find practical applications for your study.
To learn about the best resources for nursing students, simply start talking to your OLA and ask if they have any suggestions. The most important thing to remember is there’s no need to feel shy – our tutors love engaged students who contribute their ideas and ask questions. If you use your class time to ask about useful nursing study tools, your questions will also help your classmates as well.
Because our OLAs have connections to the healthcare industry, they might also be able to provide you with mentorship. It’s possible that they could also point you in the right direction when it comes time to apply for jobs.
What is the best study method for postgraduate nursing students?
Once you’ve familiarised yourself with the smorgasbord of support services available to Federation University Online students and you’ve identified the best study tools for nursing students, it’s time to get down to work and start studying.
Here are some tips to help maximise the effectiveness of your study sessions:
- Get familiar with the course content: As soon as you can, read over the subject guidelines, watch the online lectures, and get a head start on the required reading. It’s best to establish good habits early by preparing ahead of time.
- Study regularly: Even if it’s only half an hour per day, try to engage with the coursework as often as you can. This will keep it fresh in your mind while helping to keep you engaged.
- Attend classes: Although this might not seem like revolutionary advice, there’s a direct correlation between class attendance and academic success. It might be a cliché but it’s true: the first secret of success is showing up.
- Form an online study group: Studying with your peers will give you a morale boost, while also helping you to reinforce what you’ve learnt in class.
- Use visual aids to jog your memory: Sticky notes, flashcards, whiteboard diagrams, mind maps – all of these methods can give your memory a little bit of extra assistance.
- Take breaks when needed: Taking regular, scheduled study breaks will help the information to sink in while helping to recharge your batteries.
Take your nursing career to the next level
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