Curtin University

Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Studies

Curtin University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00301J

Graduate Certificates prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. The Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Studies provides a comprehensive program of diabetes study involving a diverse range of inter-professional learning through interaction with peers and contemporary blended learning. The course emphasises the close application of evidence-based theory for health care, which includes physical, biological, psychological and psychosocial issues in diabetes education and care. Graduates are prepared to provide safe, effective and high quality evidence informed diabetes studies, to benefit the health of people living with diabetes, and to advance the profession locally, nationally and globally.

Structure

Credit Points: 100

Subjects

  • GMED5003 Living with Diabetes
  • GMED5004 Understanding Diabetes
  • HLPR5000 Chronic Condition Self-Management
  • NURS5039 Clinical Workforce Development
  • NURS5041 Leadership for the Clinical Context
  • NURS5046 Clinical Safety and Quality
  • NURS6003 Clinical Management

Standard entry requirements

Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent credit gained for recognised learning. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met. Specifically, prospective students must have a health-related degree with a Course Weighted Average of 65% or above and an academic status of Good Standing OR be a health professional. An Aboriginal health worker/Aboriginal health practitioner may apply for portfolio entry into the course.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Domestic: $13,302
International: $19,217
No
  • Part-time : 1 year

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