Master of Occupational Therapy at Charles Darwin University (CDU)

The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology will allow you to upgrade your undergraduate exercise science qualifications so that you can work with individuals with disease and injury in the broader community. Clinical exercise physiology is an area of allied health that is specifically concerned with using exercise to restore good health and physical capability to people after illness or injury, or to improve the quality of life and manage physical function in people with chronic disease and physical disabilities. This degree includes advanced clinical training for work as an exercise physiologist. As part of the course you will undertake 360 hours of clinical workplace experience. Completion of these hours is required in order to graduate. This experience is an essential part of the learning process and will allow you to put into practice what you've learned in the course to ensure that you will be work-ready for industry practice in both public and private facilities with a clinical focus.

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) offered by Monash University is an advanced Bachelors course designed for students aspiring to become professionals in Physiotherapy. Students will gain hands-on experience through practical exercises and real-world projects, allowing them to apply the concepts learned in class. The curriculum is carefully designed to ensure that students develop a strong foundation in Physiotherapy and acquire the skills needed to solve complex problems in the industry. Upon completion of this course, students will be well-prepared to tackle the challenges of Physiotherapy and pursue rewarding career opportunities such as Physiotherapist, Sports Physiotherapist, Orthopedic Physiotherapist, Pediatric Physiotherapist, Neurological Physiotherapist.

A Master of Science qualification specialising in Leadership in Gerontology gives you a competitive advantage in the job market and provides clinicians the opportunity to update their knowledge and skills through contemporary studies in their chosen area of specialisation. Leadership and research skills gained in the Master of Science prepares you for career progression into senior clinical, management, teaching, and research roles. Graduate roles from this course include Clinical Nurse Consultants, Medical Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, family carers and various others in aged care and dementia care. The qualification offers two specialisations: Leadership in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Person Centred Dementia Care What you will study The Master of Science (Leadership in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies) is designed to provide opportunities for clinicians working with older people or clients with rehabilitation needs. You will be able to critically review the health and wellbeing of older people, review social policy in aged care, and develop advocacy skills to work with users, carers and colleagues in the health, social care and voluntary sectors. The program differs from courses offered by other Australian universities in that it includes a rehabilitation approach to developing services for older people. Choose to study online, or face-to-face: These courses are fully online, using best practice in technology-enhanced learning meaning you can study from any location at your own pace. Many students maintain full-time or part-time careers in healthcare while undertaking these courses. Students report being part of a collaborative online community that supports their learning journey. Face-to-face classes are optional for those interested in working with lecturers and colleagues on campus. We also offer a Graduate Certificate which is a pathway for further studies or roles in the sector.