Graduate Diploma in Health Management – ECA College of Heath Sciences – CHS

Graduate Diploma in Health Management

Course Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Health Management is a postgraduate level course that aims to expand on the knowledge and skills developed in the Graduate Certificate to enable the application of theories, evidence, models and frameworks to achieve best practice for the management and leadership challenges commonly faced in healthcare practice.

Course Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate the leadership capabilities required to manage healthcare delivery and services;
  • Develop effective communication skills to engage teams and enhance collaboration;
  • Apply critical thinking skills to devise best practice, evidence-based solutions to healthcare challenges;
  • Evaluate own and others’ contribution to teamwork using recognised frameworks; and
  • Demonstrate mindfulness of cultural, social and economic diversity and be sensitive to the needs of marginalised population groups, particularly Indigenous Australians.
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    Face to Face or Online for Domestic Students
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  • Career Opportunities

    By completing the Graduate Diploma in Health Management graduates will gain the core knowledge, perspectives, skills and high level cognitive abilities in key areas such as understanding the structure and complexity of the health and social care system, governance, safety and quality in healthcare, leadership and management as well as collaborative practice in healthcare, evidence-based practice, healthcare information and technology management

    Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Health Management course prepares you for effective participation in administrative and managerial teams charged with planning and managing the delivery of health and social care services in a variety of fields, such as hospitals and community health centres, private clinics, aged care services, health planning and administration or quality assurance in government agencies, aid services and so on.

  • Course Delivery

    Course is delivered in a blended mode to provide maximum flexibility for students. The CHS utilises Canvas LMS to deliver technology enhanced learning experiences and also to enable self- directed collaboration and engagement by students. By thoughtfully integrating face-to-face with online learning experiences, the blended learning experience combines the strengths in both modes to foster a community of inquiry approach while at the same time encouraging independent learning.

    Online learning option is available for all Units to domestic students, particularly those who are remotely located, including indigenous students.

  • Course Structure

    Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 48 credit points by completing all of the following units:

    Unit Code Unit Title Study Period Credit Points EFTSL
    HM001 The Australian Healthcare System: Contemporary Challenges Trimester 1 8 0.167
    HM002 Governance, Safety & Quality in Healthcare Trimester 1 8 0.167
    HM003 Leadership & Management in Healthcare Trimester 1 8 0.167
    HM004 Evidence Based Practice in Healthcare Trimester 2 8 0.167
    HM005 Information Management & Technology in Healthcare Trimester 2 8 0.167
    HM006 Leadership & Collaborative Practice Trimester 2 8 0.167
    Completion of Degree 48 Credit Points
  • Admission Requirements

    Admission will be granted to applicants who meet any ONE of the following criteria:

    • Successfully completed a recognised bachelor’s degree (AQF 7) or higher in a health-related discipline; OR
    • Successfully completed of the CHS Graduate Certificate in Health Management; OR
    • Successfully completed a recognised bachelor’s degree (AQF 7) or higher in any discipline, plus minimum of 2 years relevant professional work experience; OR
    • Have completed a minimum of 2 years relevant professional work experience in a health-related field(s). The relevant work experience must be demonstrated through a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Statement of Service, confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation.

    For more information on admission requirements including special entry requirements, please refer to the CHS Admission Policy.

    List of relevant health contexts: Health administration, environmental health, allied health, health information management, medicine, dentistry, nursing, psychology, clinical, research and biomedical health, human biological sciences, forensic, food and pharmacology sciences, welfare aged care, behavioural science, sport and recreation disciplines, public health, epidemiology, medical technology (Medical Lab Technologists), biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, human physiology, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, paramedicine, physiotherapy, speech pathology and chiropractic disciplines.

  • English Language Requirements

    Applicants with international qualifications not delivered in English must demonstrate English equivalency as follows:

    • Academic IELTS: 6.5 or higher overall with a writing score of at least 6.5 and no band lower than 6.0; OR
    • IBT (Internet-based TOEFL) overall score of 79 with a writing section minimum of 21 and speaking 18; OR
    • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Overall score 180, writing and speaking 180; OR
    • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): Overall 176 with a writing and speaking minimum score of 169; OR
    • PTE Academic Module with a minimum score of 58 with a writing and speaking section minimum of 50; OR
    • English For Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP 2): Upper Intermediate ‘A’ grade or higher with IELTS 6.5 requirement.
  • FEE-HELP (For Domestic Students)

    FEE-HELP is a Commonwealth Government loan available to eligible students enrolled in CHS Courses in order to help pay all or part of their tuition fees.

    FEE-HELP is available for all Units of Study for eligible students.

    Details about HELP loans including eligibility requirements and repayment of a HELP debt can be found here.

    The current FEE-HELP Information Booklet can be downloaded here.

    CHS Student Review Procedures for Re-Crediting a FEE-HELP Balance can be downloaded here.

    If you have any questions about applying for FEE-HELP please contact us at: [email protected]