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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Aged Care

  • Graduate Certificate

Become a skilled, responsive leader in aged care. Australia's aged care sector is growing rapidly, which means increasing demand for capable and responsive leadership across a range of healthcare settings.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 months full-time, 12 months part-time
Course Code
SC514
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Fees
$4,652 total

About this course

Become a skilled, responsive leader in aged care. Australia's aged care sector is growing rapidly, which means increasing demand for capable and responsive leadership across a range of healthcare settings. This specialised graduate certificate equips you with advanced knowledge and skills in the core areas of leadership, management and quality care of the older person. With a wide choice of elective subjects, you can also develop specialised knowledge in areas like mental health, public health or organisational behaviour.

In this program you will:

  • Advance your knowledge and understanding in an area of aged care
  • Prepare yourself for health care management and leadership
  • Develop opportunities for advanced practice roles within aged care

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to have successfully completed a bachelor's qualification (AQF level 7) in a health-related field from a recognised tertiary education provider. Applicants who are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) who do not have a bachelor's qualification may be considered for admission based on extensive industry experience and will require approval by the Program Coordinator.

Additional entry information

Standard English language requirements apply.

Study locations

Online

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Aged care sector leadership
  • Clinical education
  • Clinical practice roles