Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities

• Empower yourself to make a real difference in Aboriginal health in rural communities.
• Gain a deep understanding of health from both Aboriginal and Western perspectives.
• Develop practical skills in community development and project management.

The Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals working in health and community settings to gain a university qualification that recognises and builds on their experience.

This course empowers you in your place of work, allowing you to study and grow within your community while opening up new career opportunities. You will explore health-related knowledge from critical social science and Aboriginal cultural perspectives while developing practical skills in community development and project management.

Who is the Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities for?

This course is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and community development professionals and community members who are passionate about improving health outcomes in Aboriginal communities.

The course aims to support and empower you to contribute to Aboriginal health and community development. The flexible part-time delivery allows you to continue to work while studying (provided you can attend the teaching intensives in Shepparton) and supports your professional development as well as initiatives in your organisation or community.

Why study the Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities?

Aboriginal communities have unique health needs and strengths. Understanding these from both Aboriginal and Western knowledge systems is crucial for effective and respectful healthcare. This course offers a unique opportunity to learn how to apply these combined understandings to real-world health challenges in rural settings.

You'll gain practical skills that empower you to not only enhance health services but also to actively participate in the development of communities.

Courses related to the Specialist Certificate in Empowering Health in Aboriginal Communities

The University of Melbourne offers pathways for those passionate about public health and Indigenous studies. While this specialist certificate provides a focused entry point, you might also be interested in exploring other specialist certificates or graduate certificates within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences that align with public health or community engagement.

Our Master of Public Health programs, offer broader and deeper studies in public health principles and practices, with specialisations relevant to Indigenous health.