The Diploma of Health Science provides a thorough understanding of how the human body functions as well as access to a broad range of electives which provide key knowledge and skills for use in a variety of healthcare professions, allowing you to tailor the course to suit your desired career. It also covers the foundations you need for further study in the Bachelor of Health Science specialising in Nutrition, Naturopathy and Western Herbal Medicine.
Area of study:
Biological Foundations
Human Structure & Physiology
Evidence-based Practice
Industry partners and work placements:
You will have the opportunity to complete a non-compulsory Work-Integrated Learning placement in electives Food Science, Systems and Policy, or Botany and Herbal Manufacturing. This placement will support you to establish a connection with the industry and help you to prepare for employment opportunities upon graduation. Upon graduation, you are eligible to attain Associate Membership with the Complementary Medicine Association (CMA).
Work placement hours :20 hours non-compulsory work placement
