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Health promotion

Why study Health promotion?

Our postgraduate program provides health professionals with an interest in developing health promotion in their current work the skills to support a change in career. This may include professionals from community health services, local government, drug and alcohol services, aged care, women's health, acute hospital units, acute hospital/community liaison and other health sector agencies. Develop skills in health promotion practice, health promotion planning and delivery, and inter-organisational work with partners.

Career opportunities

Health promotion and disease prevention are important elements in the Victorian and Australian health systems. Community based services and local government in particular will be required to enhance your work in health promotion and disease prevention.

Courses

Local students

Health promotion courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2011	Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion	Melbourne (City) Distance education	1 semester full-time or 1 year part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion continued… Course description This course provides health professionals who have an interest in developing health promotion in their current roles with skills that support a career shift. Students have the opportunity to develop skills in health promotion planning and program delivery, evaluation and needs assessment, and inter-organisational work with partners. The emphasis is on developing new skills that help students develop health education/health promotion aspects of their profession. Prerequisite Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2011): $7440 (60 credit points) How to apply Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. A supplementary application form is also required for this course. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply by 31 January. See our webpage for process and application form. Full course details Health Promotion (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne (City)
2012	Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion	Melbourne Distance education	1 semester full-time or 1 year part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion continued… Course description This course provides health professionals who have an interest in developing health promotion in their current roles with skills that support a career shift. Students have the opportunity to develop skills in health promotion practice, health promotion planning and program delivery, evaluation and needs assessment, and inter-organisational work with partners. The emphasis is on developing new skills that help students develop health education/health promotion aspects of their profession. Prerequisite Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2012): $7885 (60 credit points). How to apply Apply direct to the University. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. Please also complete the Supplementary Form and submit it to the relevant campus. Applications for this program close on 31 October 2011 for semester 1 commencement and on 9 July 2012 for semester 2 commencement. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2012 (full-fee places only). Full course details Health Promotion (Graduate Certificate)Melbourne Health Promotion (Graduate Certificate)Distance education
2012	Master of Health Sciences	Bendigo Melbourne	2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.	Semester 1 (March)
Master of Health Sciences continued… Course description This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services. It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services. Prerequisite Admission requirements vary depending on your choice of major. Normally, applicants should have a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field, and at least two years' professional experience in the health or related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but with relevant experience and skills should discuss their eligibility with the course coordinator. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2012): $15,770 per 120 credit points. How to apply Apply directly to the University by 31 October 2011 for semester 1 commencement and 9 July 2012 for semester 2 commencement. Late applications accepted until the end of January 2012 (full-fee places only). Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. For this course, applicants must also submit a supplementary application form (PDF 114KB). Professional recognition Graduates qualify for registration with the appropriate professional association, such as the Australian Association of Gerontology, the Australian College of Health Service Executives, the Australian Health Promotion Association and the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors. Full course details Health Science (Master)Melbourne Health Science (Master)Bendigo
2011	Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promoting Palliative Care	Distance education	1 year full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promoting Palliative Care continued… Course description This course introduces the theory of health promotion practice and applies it to palliative care. Students have the opportunity to examine connections and make links between policy, organisation and practice in health promotion and in palliative care, and to develop skills for interventions at each of these levels. The overall objective of the course is to develop leaders with ideas for innovative practices in health promoting palliative care. Please note that where class attendance is required, classes are held at the Melbourne (City) campus. There may be changes to this course in 2011, subject to University approval. Prerequisite Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2010): $14,040 (per 120 credit points) How to apply Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. A supplementary application form is also required for this course. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. URL/Apply by 31 January. See our webpage for admission process and application form. Full course details Health Promoting Palliative Care (Postgraduate Diploma)Distance education
2011	Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion	Melbourne (City) Distance education	1 year full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion continued… Course description This course provides health professionals who have an interest in developing health promotion in their current work context with skills that will support a shift in career. Students have the opportunity to develop skills in health promotion planning and program delivery, evaluation and needs assessment and interorganisational work with partners. Content emphasises the development of new skills that help students to develop health education/health promotion aspects of their profession. It is designed to provide maximum flexibility for participants. *This course may undergo changes in 2011, subject to University approval. Prerequisite Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2011): $14,880 (per 120 credit points) How to apply Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. A supplementary application form is also required for this course. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply by 31 January. See our webpage for process and application form. Professional recognition The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion is a very well-established and widely recognised qualification in the health promotion field. Full course details Health Promotion (Postgraduate Diploma)Melbourne (City)

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

Health promotion international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2012	Master of Health Sciences (075420D)	Melbourne Bendigo	2 years	Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)	$25 270
Master of Health Sciences continued… Year 2012 Course description This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to conduct applied research in health or community services settings (thesis stream) and to develop, implement and evaluate health-related programs and services. It offers opportunities to learn more about a variety of specialities in the health field, to strengthen analytical skills and to consider furthering knowledge through research. The course aims to meet the needs of health professionals who have assumed or are likely to assume high-level responsibility for coordination and management of these programs and services. English Language Requirements IELTS Academic - a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0; TOEFL Computer Based - a minimum score of 233 (minimum score of 5 in essay writing); TOEFL Paper Based - a minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; TOEFL Internet-based - a minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; La Trobe Melbourne - English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at postgraduate level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website; Academic entry requirements Applicants are normally required to hold a three-year undergraduate degree in health sciences or a related field and have at least two years work experience in the health or related sector. Applicants without formal qualifications but with relevant experience and skills, should discuss their eligibility with the course coordinator. Applicants for the health information management major must have a degree or other recognised qualification in health information management. Special requirements Applicants must also complete a Supplementary Application form available at the Health Sciences website Additional information Please note the application closing date for Semester 2 commencement is 9 June 2012. Students with majors in Health Administration and Health Policy start in Semester 1 and 2 (February and July). Health Information Management and Health Research and Evaluation majors have a Semester 1 (February) commencement. Professional recognition Completion of this course will qualify students for registration with the appropriate professional association, such as the Australian College of Health Service Executives. Course details Health Science (Master)Melbourne Health Science (Master)Bendigo

How to apply?

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Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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