You will complete more than 800 hours of placement during this degree. Placements take place in clinical nursing environments, including hospital and private healthcare facilities. You may also elect to complete a placement that will apply your psychological knowledge and professional skills to a community workplace. Elective units in psychology are an opportunity to explore areas of specific interest such as alcohol and other drugs, interventions for addictive behaviours, family therapy and human sexuality. Career outcomes This double degree program prepares graduates to meet the current requirements for a nursing career and also provides the skills to deal with situations where knowledge of human behavior would be an advantage such as when working in emergency, mental health, palliative care or cancer departments. Graduates of this course may find employment in a range of healthcare settings. Professional recognition The Bachelor of Nursing is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council. Graduates are eligible to apply for registered nurse status with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. To pursue a career in a professional area of psychology, you will need to undertake further study to gain registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Careers Clinical Nurse Health Psychologist