Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion

The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion is designed to drive positive change by promoting health and preventing disease in communities. This program equips students to apply health promotion principles in clinical and community settings.

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion provides a strong foundation in contemporary health promotion practice. Students will explore the determinants of health and wellbeing, public health models, and multidisciplinary approaches, with topics including social determinants of health, action strategies, and primary health care in developing countries.

Entry Requirements

To be accepted into this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

• Applicants must normally hold a degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution and have their candidature approved by the Dean (Education).
• Applicants who do not hold a bachelor's degree but have relevant professional experience should provide employment experience information in their application.

Program of Study

The program consists of the following core topic:

• Health Promotion in Public Health Students must also select one topic from the following:
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Social Determinants of Health and Wellbeing
• First Nations Health and Wellbeing
• Health Promotion in Public Health
• Epidemiological Research Methods
• Biostatistics Additionally, students must select a further two topics from the following:
• Digital Health for Practitioners
• AI for Medicine and Public Health
• Evaluation in Public Health and Program Planning
• Global Health and Development
• Epidemiology
• Economic Evidence for Healthcare Decision Making
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Social Determinants of Health and Wellbeing
• First Nations Health and Wellbeing
• Health Promotion in Public Health
• Leadership and the New Public Health
• Professional Practice in Public Health

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in public health policy, management, and practice across local and national healthcare settings. Potential occupations include:

• Health Promotion Officer
• Nutrition Adviser
• Public Health Educator
• Community Health Officer Expected salaries for these roles range from $75,000 to $90,000.

Potential Employers

Graduates may find employment with:

• Local councils and community health organisations
• NGOs focused on health education and prevention
• Schools and community outreach programs
• Health departments in areas such as drug and alcohol services, mental health, or chronic disease prevention
• Primary Health Networks and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs)

Industry Connections

Flinders University collaborates with leading health partners and research institutes, connecting students and researchers with world-class expertise and real-world health innovation.

Tuition Fees

The annual fees for the program are:

• $4,767 (CSP) for 2026
• $15,100 (FFP) for 2026

Duration and Delivery Mode

The program can be completed in 0.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) and is available in online and in-person delivery modes.

Pathway to Advanced Study

The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion provides a pathway to the Master of Public Health. Students can complete a further 8 topics to earn a Master of Public Health.

Academic Staff

The program is taught by experienced academics, including:

• Dr. Amy Hickman, Senior Lecturer in Public Health
• Tahlia Johnson, Senior Lecturer in First Nations Health

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Health promotion and disease prevention
• Social determinants of health and wellbeing
• Public health models and multidisciplinary approaches
• Digital health and AI in medicine and public health
• Global health and development
• Epidemiology and economic evidence for healthcare decision making

English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the English language requirements for the program.

Student Support

Flinders University provides a range of support services for students, including academic support, career advice, and counseling services.