Master of Integrative Medicine

Tuition Fee

Not Available

Start Date

Not Available

Medium of studying

Fully Online

Duration

2 years

Details

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Alternative Medicine | Complementary Medicine and Therapy | Holistic Health

Area of study

Health

Education type

Fully Online

Timing

Part time

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

The Master of Integrative Medicine is a postgraduate degree that focuses on the principles and practices of integrative health care. This model of healthcare emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary teams working together to understand and address the complex factors that contribute to illness in each individual. Patients are central to this approach, remaining active participants in co-designing and managing their care.

Overview

The Master of Integrative Medicine assists practitioners in confidently practicing in integrative health care teams and settings. It equips them with the knowledge and skills to prescribe interventions that facilitate behavior change, supporting the prevention and management of chronic disease and improving patient outcomes. The course is taught by leaders in the field and uses an evidence-based approach to examine the principles and practices of integrative medicine.

Learning Outcomes and Graduate Attributes

Upon completion of the Master of Integrative Medicine, graduates will possess the following attributes:

GA1: Intellectual rigour - Apply an evidence-based clinical-decision making framework using appropriate evidence and critical thinking within contemporary integrative medicine practice.
GA2: Creativity - Critically and creatively evaluate and respond to actual and potential health problems impacting individuals, families, and communities.
GA3: Ethical practice - Understand and function within applicable professional competencies, scopes of practice, codes of conduct, codes of ethics, laws, and policies.
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline - Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical application of pertinent integrative medicine theories and frameworks in clinical and professional contexts.
GA5: Lifelong learning - Critically reflect on current skills, knowledge, attitudes, and practices to plan and implement ongoing personal and professional learning.
GA6: Communication and social skills - Demonstrate advanced verbal and written communication skills that drive appropriate patient and population outcomes in diverse settings.
GA7: Cultural competence - Demonstrate an ability to advocate the socio-cultural preferences, needs, and values of individuals and groups across diverse settings and within interdisciplinary teams.

Placements, Work Experience, and Study Hours

Students are required to complete a 24-hour observation placement at the end of their degree. This Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity will be undertaken within an integrative health care setting, enabling students to consolidate their understanding of Integrative Medicine in a real-life context.

Specialisations, Majors, and Minors

The course covers various areas, including:

Principles and practice of integrative health care
Nutritional medicine
Botanical medicine
Environmental medicine
Integrative gastroenterology
Integrative mental health
Integrative women's health
Metabolic health and management

Availability

The Master of Integrative Medicine is available online.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Integrative Medicine will be eligible to apply for Fellowship with the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM).

Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Integrative Medicine, applicants must have:

An Australian equivalent Bachelor degree in a clinical health discipline
Two years of documented, relevant clinical experience

Entry Requirements

Language requirements: English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are:
- Overall: 6.5
- Listening: minimum 6.0
- Speaking: minimum 6.0
- Reading: minimum 6.0
- Writing: minimum 6.0

Course Requirements

To be eligible to receive the Master of Integrative Medicine, students must complete the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:

7 core units (84 credit points)
1 option unit (12 credit points)

Course Structure

The course progression is in the recommended order students should complete their course. It is essential to follow this to ensure meeting the course requirements.