Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in Melbourne

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Master of Occupational Therapy

Masters (Coursework)

Hawthorn

The Master of Occupational Therapy prepares you with the skills to work with clients who have neurological, musculoskeletal or mental health issues.

Duration

2 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Certificate

Glen Waverley

The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance will enhance your knowledge and career opportunities within the nutrition and dietetic specialisation. If you are passionate about nutrition, food, and working with others, this is the course for you.

Entry Requirements

You must be at least 18 when you complete your studies to enable placement. You will also be required to provide a Police check, Working with Children Check and proof of vaccination.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training review at an interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Duration

1 year full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$3,300 per year / $3,300 total

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy)

Certificate

Frankston, Berwick

Free TAFE Pathways In addition to being a Free TAFE course, this course is also part of the Free TAFE Pathways initiative.

Entry Requirements

All applicants are required to complete BSKB and must obtain exit level 3 in both literacy and numeracy (working at level 4)., Applicants are required to have successfully completed Year 10 or equivalent, Minimum of 16 years of age, Parental agreement for students under 18 years of age required, Please note: students need a Valid Working with Children Check (volunteer), a clear national police check and immunisations to undertake practical placement. Students will be unable to successfully complete the course without completing placement, Students need to be able to complete manual tasks associated with therapy assistance and should have a proficient level of physical fitness to be able to complete the course

Intake Months

Jan, Apr, Jul

Duration

12 months full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$16,524 total

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Certificate

Moorabbin

Study the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance at Holmesglen and become an important part of the healthcare sector.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged at least 18 at course commencement.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training, students will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment (BKSB test) and a pre-training interview, attend a face to face interview and undertake some contextualised Allied Health-related questions.

These will assist with determining the prospective student suitability for the course and to identify any learning support needs.

Prior to undertaking clinical placement, students will need to provide evidence of:
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid. This will need to occur externally at the student's own cost (approximately $100)
- student health and immunisation status (costs will vary but is usually between $100 and $500)
- complete a National Police Records Check annually (between $25 - $50)
- hold a valid Working with Children Check for employees (approximately $130)

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Duration

10 months full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$3,315 per year / $3,315 total

Certificate IV in Massage Therapy

Certificate

Frankston

This courses include practical placement, is nationally recognised by professional associations and peak bodies, allowing you to register as a Massage Therapy provider.

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement and complete the Basic Knowledge Skills Builder (BKSB) assessment and meet Exit level 3 (working at level 4) for both literacy and numeracy., Applicants must also attend an interview., Please note: All students need to obtain a clear volunteer Working with Children Check prior to undertaking work placement. Students who are unable to complete work placement, will be unable to successfully complete the requirements of the course.

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Duration

34 weeks full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$10,746 total

Graduate Diploma in Family and Systemic Therapy

Graduate Diploma

Melbourne

Our suite of programs in Family and Systemic Therapy will enable practitioners in the fields of psychology, social work, occupational therapy, community work, youth work, psychiatry, paediatrics, and general practice develop the knowledge and skills to better support families in their work and in...

Entry Requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must:

1. hold one of the following qualifications:

a. Bachelor degree in health or related helping discipline*

b. Graduate Certificate in Family and Systemic Therapy

AND

2. Demonstrate a minimum of 2 years' experience in counselling, therapy or clinical work with individuals or families;

AND

3. Successfully complete the interview process associated with the course.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.

Intake Months

Feb, Aug

Duration

2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

86.40%

Master of Occupational Therapy Practice

Masters (Coursework)

Melbourne

Occupational therapists help individuals and communities to maximise productivity, wellbeing and quality of life through occupational participation.

Intake Months

Feb

Duration

2 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$36,400 per year / $72,800 total

International Tuition Fees

$41,000 per year / $82,000 total

Graduate Satisfaction

85.60%

Master of Art Therapy

Masters (Coursework)

Melbourne

This specialised program provides you with training in the practice of art therapy, which combines art and counselling within a clinical, therapeutic or community context. Art therapy is used for the treatment and healing of developmental, emotional and psychological problems or disorders.

Intake Months

Feb

Duration

2 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$27,800 per year / $55,600 total

International Tuition Fees

$39,000 per year / $78,000 total

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Certificate

Moorabbin

This Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance gives secondary school students a chance to commence their studies as an allied health assistant. Allied health assistants increasingly play an important role in the rehabilitation of clients.

Entry Requirements

To do this course, students must be enrolled as a VCE or VCE (VM) student.

Prior to enrolment, students will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment (BKSB test) and answer some course-specific, contextualised questions. This will help determine the prospective student's suitability to the course.

Students must have the:
interpersonal skills to interact with the public / clients / patients / superiors and other staff
physical ability to attend to clients / patients in a hospital, rehabilitation or community health setting
fine motor skills and physical dexterity required to assemble pieces of equipment, such as crutches
strength needed to move equipment such as a trolley, wheelchair or rehabilitation equipment.

Intake Months

Feb

Duration

2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Melbourne, Bendigo

It's easy to take our daily activities for granted, like brushing our teeth, going to work or getting out of bed. Workplace injuries, chronic illness, disability and mental health issues can change our ability to do these things independently, impacting our quality of life.

Intake Months

Feb

Duration

4 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$9,673 per year / $38,692 total

International Tuition Fees

$9,673 per year / $38,692 total

ATAR

83.55

Graduate Satisfaction

85.60%

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