Graduate Coursework

Specialist Certificate in Disaster Health Management

  • Course code: SC-DHM
Clock
Duration
6 months part time
Location
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
January, October
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
AUD $10,248 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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Career outcomes

Overview

  • Gain specialised competencies in disaster health management and response
  • Graduate with expertise to contribute to disaster preparedness and recovery efforts
  • Meet the entry requirements for further study in advanced nursing, public health, and related fields

Upon completion of the Specialist Certificate in Disaster Health Management, you should have the clinical competencies and specialised skills to contribute to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

You will be qualified to apply your knowledge and skills in disaster health management across various healthcare, emergency response, and public service settings, including hospitals, emergency medical services, public health organisations, government agencies, and military and defence forces.

Specialist Certificate in Disaster Health Management careers

You will graduate with a range of varied career opportunities across numerous settings, including:

  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities
  • Emergency medical services and disaster response teams
  • Public health organisations and government agencies
  • Military and defence forces
  • Non-profit and humanitarian aid organisations
  • Risk management and crisis preparedness roles