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James Cook University (JCU)

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Graduate Certificate of Public Health

  • Graduate Certificate

Enhance your professional career in health with an advanced knowledge of public health issues in Australia and internationally.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 year part-time
Course Code
101811
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$5,228 per year

About this course

Enhance your professional career in health with an advanced knowledge of public health issues in Australia and internationally. Develop practical skills to provide meaningful and informed healthcare in the Tropics with a degree aligned with the core principles of public health defined by the Council of Academic Public Health Institutions in Australia (CAPHIA).

Entry requirements

AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a relevant health discipline; or equivalent

Study locations

Online

Online

Career pathways

JCU Graduate Certificate of Public Health graduates are equipped with advanced skills and are employed in a wide range of healthcare settings.

You could find employment in state and commonwealth government organisations, health care settings, community settings, non-profit and international organisations both within and beyond the health sector.

Roles can involve work that focuses on the protection of the health of the population, prevention of poor health outcomes and promotion of health and wellbeing.

Alternatively, go on to complete the Graduate Diploma of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Graduate Diploma of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, Master of Public Health or Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

How to apply

Complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.

Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma of Public Health applicants must also complete and upload the following forms and documentary evidence with their application:

  • Current AHPRA Registration (if applicable)
  • Degree Testamur
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement or Letter of Motivation.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at James Cook University (JCU).
87.4%
Overall satisfaction
74.8%
Skill scale
74.8%
Teaching scale
93.4%
Employed full-time
$110.4k
Average salary