Duration
1 year full time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake
February, October
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
AUD $36,000 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Course overview
Overview
- Advance your expertise in paediatric physiotherapy practice
- Develop specialised skills through a blended online and face-to-face learning model
- Gain knowledge aligned with industry competencies and evidence-based practice
The Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) is designed to produce graduates with advanced knowledge and skills for professional practice in paediatrics. This course is targeted toward early and mid-career physiotherapists who wish to further their careers within this clinical interest stream of physiotherapy practice. The curriculum is designed for practicing clinicians, is internationally relevant, and can be studied part or full time.
Gain hands-on experience while learning from expert educators. The course is a blended program that combines one intensive face-to-face subject and seven fully online subjects. Linking theory, research evidence, and practice is emphasised, utilising scientific evidence to underpin paediatric physiotherapy clinical practice and decision-making.
Who is the Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) for?
This course is designed for currently practicing registered physiotherapists seeking to advance their expertise in paediatric physiotherapy practice.
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics)?
This course provides an opportunity to develop advanced competencies in paediatric physiotherapy practice, gaining specialised knowledge and skills through a blended online and face-to-face learning model. The curriculum is designed to be internationally relevant, ensuring relevance for both local and international contexts.
The core subjects explore paediatric professional and clinical content in diverse contexts, as well as principles of evidence-based practice and research methodology, including research ethics. These subjects all require analysis, synthesis, and creative problem-solving within a range of practice contexts, equipping you with specialised skills and knowledge aligned with industry standards.
Courses related to the Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics)
Students studying the Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) have the opportunity to progress to the 150-credit point Master of Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) for further study and career advancement in the field of paediatric physiotherapy.