The Indigenous Health program is co-ordinated by the School's Indigenous Health Unit. The wellbeing of Indigenous Australians is one of this country's biggest health care issues. Qualifications in Indigenous Health equip graduates with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience needed to work in this challenging area. Depending on the program studied, students will cover management, behavioural change, social issues and community health care planning. Workforce placements give graduates the experience to work effectively in Indigenous communities.
You can study Indigenous Health through the:
- Bachelor of Health Sciences (Indigenous Health)
This new three-year degree reflects the changing needs of Indigenous communities in the 21 st century. A shift in focus from clinical care to strategic skills will see graduates ready to take on managerial and strategic roles in Indigenous Health. Two workforce placements in the third year ensure students are 'job-ready' on graduation.
- Graduate Diploma in Public Health (Indigenous Health)
- Master of Public Health (Indigenous Health) - Read Audra's experience
Careers
Careers in Indigenous Health offer variety, challenge and the chance to make a real difference. Graduates may work in urban or rural/remote areas in roles such as health promotion ( read John's experience ), managers of health clinics or in hospitals, consultants for government and private firms (including mining companies) and researchers in universities.
Who should enrol?
Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students with an interest in working in Indigenous communities, both in urban and rural/remote areas, would find this program rewarding. Those already working in Indigenous healthcare may use these qualifications to formalise their qualifications and advance their career.
