Department of Rural Allied Health
We are committed to making rural health matter in a range of allied health disciplines.
We specialise in exercise physiology, occupational therapy, paramedicine, physiotherapy, social work, speech pathology, and sport and exercise science, and ensure that our programs align with rural communities' needs and priorities.
Our Department is part of the La Trobe Rural Health School.
Real work settings
Learn in Victoria’s leading hospitals through our on-site clinical schools and work placements.
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Largest rural health school in Australia
More than 90% of our students are from a rural origin, which translates to more health professionals living and working in rural and regional communities.
Rural health careers
We prepare our students for rural health careers by offering placements with more than 160 healthcare partners.
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Discover the science behind human activity and get the know-how to conduct evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for people of all ages and backgrounds. Learn with a combination of face-to-face tutorials and workshops, online learning and hands-on experience, including 1,000 hours of professional placements.
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Events
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Indigenous Excellence, Billabongs Not Silos
Thursday 06 November 05:00pm
News
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Perceptions of Social Work in Australia
New research led by Dr Natasha Long is shedding light on how social workers are perceived in Australia.
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La Trobe celebrates Indigenous excellence with Billabongs Not Silos
La Trobe University is proud to announce the continuation of its Billabongs Not Silos initiative, a powerful platform designed to amplify Indigenous leadership, knowledge and excellence in both health and education.
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2025 La Trobe Rural Health School Conference
Join us for the 2025 La Trobe Rural Health School Conference on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 July, where we explore Innovating for Equity: Bridging Gaps in Rural Health Care.
Indigenous Acknowledgement
La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more