Undergraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

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Overview

The Undergraduate Certificate in Health Sciences is a 6 month qualification designed to provide you with a foundational knowledge of health sciences while simultaneously developing your skills for further study and employment.

As well as discipline knowledge, you will complete subjects that build on your transferable skills and teach you how to communicate your abilities to potential employers. During this course you will be introduced to foundational biology and chemistry and learn about the functioning of the human body. You will also undertake study in academic and professional communication, critical thinking and employability.

After successful completion you may be eligible to articulate into La Trobe’s Bachelor of Health Sciences with credit for undergraduate subjects already completed as part of this course. The course is delivered online with online support for maximum flexibility.

Prerequisites

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

Demonstrated completion of Year 11 (minimum) and at least three years of employment.

Majors

Health sciences.

Potential Career Outcomes

Develop transferable skills in research, writing, presenting, and critical and ethical thinking, and acquire deeper knowledge in selected areas of health science to support your career in the health industry.

If you pathway into La Trobe's Bachelor of Health Sciences, you'll discover a wide range of career opportunities upon completion of a Bachelor's degree, including jobs in public health, rehabilitation, health promotion and medical sciences.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the La Trobe University website for admission criteria information.

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