MEDICINE AND HEALTH Master of Health Emergency Preparedness Master of Health Professional Practice and Response SATAC CODE – 1CM630 SATAC CODE – 1CM625 Online (Full Fee) Online (Full Fee) UAC CODE – 873002 UAC CODE – 873232 Online (Full Fee) Online (Full Fee) DURATION – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time DURATION – 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1, Semester 2 DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1 ABOUT THE COURSE ABOUT THE COURSE Our Master of Health Professional Practice, provides experienced Our Master in Health Emergency Preparedness and Response health, allied health professionals, and non-health professionals (HEPR) course provides health professionals with the unique with the opportunity to gain formal recognition of their opportunity to explore and develop knowledge of the health knowledge, skills and expertise. aspects of preparedness and response to health emergencies Our program delivers the latest evidence-based research through including natural disasters, human made disasters and innovative subjects, to provide you with the skills to navigate the communicable diseases. Providing a unique focus on the health complex and growing challenges faced in organisations, allied response element of emergency management including the health and social service delivery. fundamentals of health preparedness, health coordination and As a student you will: health response from an operational and clinical perspective > Gain the skills to evaluate and implement current research across the three health emergency pillars. evidence to inform your area of interest or practice The course is developed and delivered by experts from the > Engage in a diverse range of subjects to expand your knowledge health emergency workforce within Australia in partnership with and gain practical skills in your area of interest or practice Charles Darwin University and the National Critical Care and > Develop competencies for inter-professional practice required Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC) - the home of Australia's within anticipated environments which services are delivered health emergency response capability. This course draws on the > Learn via flexible online study to suit your busy schedule. experience and knowledge developed over many years at the NCCTRC and provides the required advanced level of knowledge The program has been developed to meet industry demand, by for health professionals to lead within their organisation in the field giving you a comprehensive understanding of the latest policy, of preparing and responding to the next health emergency event practice and research. The Master of Health Professional Practice locally, nationally, and internationally. The course is delivered online encompasses an interdisciplinary, international and evidence- with one residential week in each of two core units - HEPR - Human based approach, facilitating collaboration and networking between made Disasters unit and HEPR - Communicable Diseases unit. students from around the globe. It is intended to fit flexibly around the busy practice of professionals, providing you with the CAREER OPPORTUNITIES opportunity to gain a new qualification and upskill while still working. Graduates of this course have the opportunity to pursue a career CAREER OPPORTUNITIES in health emergencies. This can be in form of response teams in different constellations either on a national and /or at an This course develops your knowledge and skills in interpersonal international level. and professional practice and communication in allied health settings as well as diversifying and developing core research skills ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS relevant to your area of interest. Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree, or equivalent international qualification in a suitable area of study, ie. health, Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate medicine, nursing or paramedicine, logistic or health emergency. certificate, graduate diploma, master's degree or equivalent Australia Citizens and Permanent Residents must demonstrate international qualification. current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). INHERENT REQUIREMENTS Inherent requirements apply to this course. See http://www.cdu.edu.au/inherent-requirements for details. Charles Darwin University 105 2023 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees