Associate Degree in Public Health

Central Queensland University - Online

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Overview

An ideal course for community-minded individuals with an interest in making a difference in the community, this course will develop students' broad skills and knowledge in public health, while developing specialised expertise in health promotion and environmental health. Students will be prepared for a diverse career in emerging public health paraprofessions.

Public health refers to a collection of disciplines that share a common aim to prevent disease, promote health and improve wellbeing among the population as a whole. Health promotion will cover topics such as drugs in society, health promotion strategies, indigenous studies and community needs assessment.

Students have the option to continue their studies and complete the Bachelor of Public Health (Specialisation), allowing them to further enhance their future career prospects. For more course information, visit Associate Degree in Public Health.

Majors

Environmental Health, Health Promotion.

Potential Career Outcomes

Completion of the Associate Degree of Public Health (Specialisation) will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in public health such as:
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Health Promotion Officer.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the Central Queensland University website for admission criteria information.

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University

Central Queensland University

Campus

Online

Course Type

Associate Degree

Study Area

Health Sciences

Delivery Mode

Online

Duration

Full-time: 2 years, Part-time: Available

Indicative ATAR

Unknown

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