Master of Clinical Education

• Advance your expertise in clinical education theory, practice, and research
• Gain recognised expertise to become a leader in clinical teaching
• Designed for health professionals across various disciplines and career stages

Part of the University's Excellence in Clinical Teaching (EXCITE) program, the Master of Clinical Education is a highly flexible program that allows you to share expertise, build networks, and grow your career opportunities alongside clinical teachers from a variety of professional backgrounds.

Gain hands-on experience while learning from expert educators. Designed for health professionals currently involved in clinical teaching, the program provides an opportunity to develop recognised expertise and gain valuable insight and experience in clinical education theory, practice, and research.

The master's program is designed to be taken over three years part-time, allowing you to fit study around your work schedule and become a clinical education leader at a pace that suits. With a specific research aim, you will focus on academic engagement with the theory and practice of clinical education, taking a breadth of innovative subjects supporting you to become a leader in the field.

Who is the Master of Clinical Education for?

The Master of Clinical Education is designed for health professionals of any discipline, at any career stage, who are currently involved in clinical teaching. Whether you are starting out in your career, seeking to enhance your skills mid-career, or increasing your teaching as you scale back your clinical practice, this multidisciplinary course allows you to study alongside a diverse range of peers.

Why study the Master of Clinical Education?

This program provides an opportunity to expand your scope of practice and develop advanced competencies in clinical education, equipping you with recognised expertise to become a leader in clinical teaching. By gaining specialised knowledge and skills in clinical education theory, practice, and research, you will be prepared to enhance the quality of clinical teaching and learning within your organisation or institution.

Courses related to the Master of Clinical Education

The University of Melbourne's Excellence in Clinical Teaching (EXCITE) program is a highly flexible suite of courses, designed for versatility. You can progress from the one-year Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education to the Master of Clinical Education, or apply directly to the Master's and exit early with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.

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