James Cook University

Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Explore and evaluate learning strategies for health professionals across the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry and allied health. Build your expertise in clinical teaching and consider the factors that promote innovation within health education. Learn to apply action research frameworks to a variety of health contexts and professions.

Delivery mode

James Cook University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Registration as a nurse, doctor of medicine or other health professional in Australia; or AQF level 7 bachelor degree in relevant discipline with 2 years relevant experience; or equivalent

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $14,071 $19,640 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$14,071
Standard Tuition:
$19,640
Full Fee Tuition:
$14,071
Full Fee Tuition:
$19,640
Enquire with James Cook University to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $14,071 $19,640 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education will prepare you for the following roles.

Clinical Educator

A Clinical Educator trains and supports healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of clinical practice. You might work in hospitals, clinic...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Clinical Supervisor

A Clinical Supervisor oversees and supports the work of healthcare professionals in a clinical setting. You may work in hospitals, clinics, or othe...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

Curriculum Developer

A Curriculum Developer designs and updates educational programs for schools, universities, or training institutions. You might work in an education...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

Education Coordinator

An Education Coordinator oversees and supports educational programmes within an institution or organisation. You might work in schools, colleges, o...

Avg yearly income $62,244
Entry barriers Low

Instructional Designer

An Instructional Designer develops learning programs for workplace training or vocational education. You might create training programs for your ow...

Avg yearly income $112,996
Entry barriers Low

About James Cook University

As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper.

Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide we are focused on addressing the critical challenges facing the tropics, in areas as diverse as Medicine, Dentistry, Marine Science, Nursing, Arts and Society.

Inspired by a research-rich environment, the significance of our endeavours is recognised globally by the most credible world university rankings providers. Our strong performance is assessed on quality, relevance and impact.

JCU was awarded 5 Stars for teaching and employability in the QS Stars Rankings for 2021 and 5 Stars for full-time employment, graduate starting salary and student teacher ratio by the Good Universities Guide for 2023.

Career-focused courses provide an exceptional student experience, led by industry professionals who are passionate about sharing their expertise, because experience has no substitute.