Education FAQs
Answers to frequently asked questions about CRANAplus face-to-face courses, scheduled online courses, and self-paced online courses.
Frequently asked questions
There are no places available on the course I want to attend. What can I do?
You can register for the waitlist for course dates. If a place becomes available on that course, you may be contacted and offered the place.
Can I pay for a course in instalments?
We can only accept full payment to secure your place on a course.
How can my employer pay for my course registration?
It is best that your employer reaches out to CRANAplus for an invoice for payment. We can reserve a place for you while your employer makes payment for up to four weeks.
When is the course schedule released?
The next year’s course schedule is usually released in October. Subscribe to the CRANApulse Newsletter to receive updates.
Where is the course going to be? What time does it start?
The venue address is sent out to participants at eight weeks prior to course commencement. We recommend you arrive 15 minutes early.
Is lunch provided?
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided for the duration of the course. If you have specific dietary requirements, make sure they’re listed in your myCRANA profile.
When do I get access to the pre-course work?
Access to the pre-course work is at 8 weeks prior to course commencement.
What if I am unwell before the course?
Please do not attend the course venue if you are unwell. Please make contact with the course coordinator or administration team if you are unable to attend.
Can I transfer to another course?
We are unable to transfer between courses: you will need to cancel your enrolment and rebook. For more information, please view our Withdrawals, Cancellations and Refunds policy on this page.
I can't make it to the course anymore. Can I get a refund?
Please see our Withdrawals, Cancellations and Refunds policy on this page. This will tell you if you are entitled to a refund.
CRANAplus cannot accept responsibility due to changes to work commitments or personal circumstances. For more detailed information, please view our Withdrawals, Cancellations and Refunds policy on this page.
Where can I send my feedback, complaints/or compliments?
CRANAplus welcomes and invites compliments and feedback to be shared with our personnel informally or formally. Compliments or feedback regarding CRANAplus personnel, service delivery, or conduct can be shared through a range of avenues:
- Directly with CRANAplus personnel with whom you are engaging
- By email to peopleandculture@crana.org.au
- By phone, through our reception and administration team
Each of the above-mentioned contact points will then refer the matter to the relevant Executive Member for appropriate consideration and action.
I have a work-related injury. Can I still attend the course?
Submit an enquiry and we will assess your individual situation in conjunction with your course coordinator.
I have met all the course requirements. Where is my certificate?
Your certificate is available on your learning management platform (CANVAS) once all required components are completed.
How many CPD points are allocated?
CPD hours are self-recorded and self-reported if audited. 1 hour = 1 CPD point.
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia provides a comprehensive overview on how to record your CPD. It is required that you to maintain a CPD Journal and Portfolio.
Documentation of self-directed CPD must include dates, a brief description of the outcomes, and the number of hours spent in each activity.