MEDICINE AND HEALTH Graduate Diploma of Health Professional Graduate Diploma of Health Research Practice SATAC CODE – 1GD034 SATAC CODE – 1GD542 Casuarina, Online (Commonwealth Supported) Casuarina, Online (Full Fee) SATAC CODE – 1GD534 Casuarina, Online (Full Fee) UAC CODE – 872140 Casuarina, Online (Full Fee) UAC CODE – 822040 Casuarina, Online (Commonwealth Supported) DURATION – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time UAC CODE – 872040 Casuarina, Online (Full Fee) DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1, Semester 2 DURATION – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time ABOUT THE COURSE DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1, Semester 2 Our Graduate Diploma of Health Professional Practice provides health, allied health professionals, and graduates a program to meet ABOUT THE COURSE specific professional development needs to expand employment opportunities and as a pathway to future postgraduate studies. Our Graduate Diploma of Health Research will equip you with With expert guidance, you are able to design a multidisciplinary advanced knowledge and skills in health research design and degree, tailored to meet your specific professional needs and career practice. This course provides a unique opportunity to learn from aspirations. acclaimed Menzies School of Health Research professionals in the This program delivers the latest evidence-based research through specialist areas of Indigenous health, public health and global health. innovative subjects, to provide you with the skills to navigate the You will acquire theoretical and practical capabilities in: complex and growing challenges faced in organisations, allied health > epidemiology; and social service delivery. > biostatistics; As a student you will: > quantitative and qualitative research methods. > Gain the skills to evaluate and implement current research On completion you can articulate to a Master of Health Research evidence to inform your area of interest or practice and undertake a supervised research project; and then proceed, > Customise your qualification to suit your professional practice with approval, to Higher Degree Research training. Alternatively, with a diverse range of subjects you can articulate to a Master of Public Health. > Expand your knowledge and gain practical skills in your area of Career opportunities for graduates include the areas of health interest or practice research and professional public health practice. > Develop competencies for interprofessional practice required This course requires a high level of academic reading and writing. within anticipated environments which services are delivered The University’s academic support services are on hand should > Learn via flexible online study to suit your busy schedule. you need support. The program has been developed to meet industry demand, by CAREER OPPORTUNITIES giving you a comprehensive understanding of the latest policy, practice and research. Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities in The Graduate Diploma of Health Professional Practice encompasses non-government organisations (NGOs) and government sectors an interdisciplinary, international and evidence-based approach, in areas such as: health research; professional health practice; facilitating collaboration and networking between students from health policy and planning; epidemiology; communicable and around the globe. It is intended to fit flexibly around the busy chronic disease; community development and aid work. practice of professionals, providing you with the opportunity to ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS upskill while still working. Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate CAREER OPPORTUNITIES diploma, master's degree or equivalent international qualification. The qualification provides essential knowledge and skills that Registered nurses who are graduates of a hospital-based program underscore the professional knowledge and principles of rapidly are also eligible for entry. evolving and diverse workplaces. This course has been carefully Consideration will be given to applicants who only hold a graduate designed for those professionals wishing to diversify and upskill certificate. their current level of expertise and competencies. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree, or equivalent international qualification. Charles Darwin University 117 2023 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees