How will this course benefit my career?

The program is aimed at graduates of nursing, medical science or related health areas and extends students’ current knowledge of international health.  It further positions graduates to work in the field of international health and enhances their ability to work overseas in a health, international aide or allied role.

Course overview

The Graduate Certificate of International Health is a unique program which explores current knowledge and practice in international health. You will examine international health in relationship to the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills in the planning, management and delivery of appropriate health programs in an international context.

The program encourages students to develop an understanding of the socio-cultural and biological aspect of health. You will develop a knowledge base of contemporary issues in international health and an understanding of current and future international health practices.

Majors
The Graduate Certificate of International Health examines four critical issues: international health and primary care; maternal and child health in developing countries; international nutrition; and sexually transmissible infections.