Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Occupational Therapy), University of South Australia (UniSA). 2012 information for Australian students

This degree is only available to Australian students

You're considered an Australian student if you are any of the following:

Australian or New Zealand Citizen
Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders)

Australian students

Campus
City East

Duration
0.5 year(s) full-time

Program Code
ICHP

SATAC Code
(Internal)

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have:
- a completed Bachelor degree in an occupational therapy area from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent qualification; AND
- one year of work/professional/clinical experience following completion of an undergraduate degree in the professional area.
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This program will not be offered in 2012

Aim

The Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Occupational Therapy) aims to advance the professional knowledge and skills of occupational therapists. The program advances discipline knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills for functioning in a complex health system.

Content & Structure

The program requires completion of 18 units of study. Students will complete 9 units of core courses and 9 units of elective courses.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
CORE COURSES (9 units)
Critical Thinking and Reasoning in Health	HLTH 5141	4.5
AND
Occupational Science 1	REHB 5040	4.5
PLUS 9 units of Elective Courses chosen from the following:			Note(s): 3
Occupational Therapy Driver Assessment 1	REHB 5075	4.5
Occupational Therapy Driver Assessment 2	REHB 5076	4.5
Evidence-Based Practice	HLTH 5122	4.5
Negotiated Study 1H	HLTH 5145	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Students who have a background, or previous studies in a particular course, may substitute a course of equal value and standing, with the approval of the Program Director.

2. Applications for credit, exemption and/or studies in lieu will be considered in accordance with University Policy. These applications will be considered by the Head of School or nominee.

Notes

1. The program is normally completed in 6 months full-time or the part-time equivalent. All courses are offered subject to achieving viable enrolment numbers and therefore may not be offered every year.

2. Students are advised that this award does not satisfy the requirements for Professional Registration in Australia or its States and Territories.

3. Occupational Therapy electives may include courses available at University of South Australia and cross-institutionally at any other Australian university, subject to approval by the Program Director.