Duration
1 year part time
Mode (Location)
Online
Intake
January
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
AUD $16,992 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Student experience
Overview
- Flexible and interactive online learning
- Learn from leading academics in their respective fields
- Receive technical support from initial expression of interest through graduation
The online learning environment at the University of Melbourne is carefully crafted by expert academics, learning designers, and technology specialists to provide an academically robust and interactive experience. As a student, you'll have access to the best minds and a dynamic peer group, allowing you to engage closely with fellow online students and share your knowledge with each other.
Highlights of the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Rehabilitation
Expert-led instruction
Learn from renowned experts like Dr. Thorlene Egerton, Senior Lecturer and Program Coordinator for Clinical Rehabilitation, and Associate Professor Fiona Dobson, Head of the Physiotherapy Department and Lecturer in research and evidence.
Personalised support
Benefit from a dedicated student support team that understands the unique needs of each student, providing personalised assistance to ensure an excellent learning experience throughout your online studies.
Profile
Edward Mohandoss
Edward Mohandoss is a Physiotherapist in a public hospital in Melbourne and is relishing online learning despite his early reservations. The 43-year-old who works in geriatric rehabilitation says, “I was a bit apprehensive about the online mode of study as I was not confident with IT skills.” He adds enthusiastically that he found he was “able to cope with online learning with appropriate support from staff and fellow students.”
Shaking off his initial fears about the online learning environment has meant that the busy working father of a young family can now fulfil one of his long-time goals – to complete a masters degree. He explains, “The online nature of the course offered me flexibility so that I can spend time with my young family and balance the stress of full-time work.”
Edward says he hopes “to gain knowledge on current trends in rehabilitation and basic concepts in research” and describes the online Master of Clinical Rehabilitation as a confidence booster.
"Some of the assessment tasks such as writing a research proposal and feasibility proposal have given me immense confidence in participating in clinical research and quality improvement projects."
The highlight of online study for Edward has been the relationships he’s established with his peers. He says, “My favourite part of studying this course is the interaction between fellow students in the discussion boards and webinar sessions. Even if you miss the webinar sessions there is an option of watching the recorded version which was very useful for someone like me with full-time work.”
Edward explains that online learning has enabled him to “become knowledgeable about healthcare systems across the world.” He adds, “Given our interaction with students from different countries, it was interesting to compare similarities and differences in health care systems and its impact on patient outcomes.”
The Future looks bright for Edward. Already, he’s reaping the rewards of his new-found skills and confidence. He says, “The knowledge I’ve gained so far has made me a better clinician and people respect me when I share this knowledge, especially in my work place.”