How To Get A Health Care Degree

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1 work degrees Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research Methods This course equips clinicians and public health professionals with skills in clinical research methodology associated with epidemiology. Students gain a detailed understanding of epidemiology and biostatistics to a that enables critical and detailed appraisal of epidemiological literature, and the conduct of projects requiring epidemiological and biostatistical expertise. This course articulates with the Master of Clinical Epidemiology and can lead to the Master of Public Health year FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will Graduate Diploma in Health Service Management This course provides medical or health professionals with the skills necessary to manage clinical health care systems. The degree gives a broad framework from which to manage clinical health care with attention to human resources, finances, information management, medico-legal, political, cultural, economic, ethical, industrial, technological and psychosocial issues Year FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will 19,750 C Graduate Diploma in International Health This course provides medical and health professionals with the skills necessary to design, implement and evaluate programs that address the major public health priorities of communities in developing countries. Public health issues are presented in the broader context of economic and social development, stressing cultural, political, gender and environmental influences, and the impact of armed conflict and population migration. The program is offered in collaboration with the Michael Kirby Centre for Public Health and Human Rights and the Centre for International Health Unit of the Macfarlane Burnet Centre for Medical Research. content is largely based on field experiences gained in a range of health development projects in more than 20 countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa. This course can lead to the Master of International Health and/or the Master of Public Health year FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Health This course gives health professional the attitudes, skills and knowledge necessary to provide preventive health services to reduce the health impact of disease and injury resulting from workplace and community factors. The course caters for the special needs of medical practitioners, nurses, allied health personnel, scientists and OHS managers. The course articulates with the Master of Occupational and Environmental Health or can lead to the Master of Public Health. Students are required to complete compulsory block requirements each semester year FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will individually assess applications from those without a degree who have extensive relevant professional experience. Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Sciences The course provides a broad knowledge and practical training in the applications of reproductive biology to current human clinical and veterinary medicine, and explores social and ethical issues raised by the use of these techniques. The course also provides an opportunity for those interested in expanding or refreshing their understanding of reproduction and development to update their knowledge. On completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate a thorough theoretical understanding of human and animal reproductive sciences and demonstrate practical techniques currently in use in human medical and veterinary reproductive sciences. Students who pass all units for this course and achieve an overall grade average of distinction (70 per cent) or above may qualify for admission into higher degrees by research (HDR) year FT Clayton Students require a bachelor s degree in nursing or biological, medical, paramedical, agricultural or veterinary sciences, or equivalent qualifications or experience in the reproductive sciences gained after completing a pass degree in another field. (BSc should include a major field of study in: anatomy, biology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology, physiology, microbiology, immunology or zoology). 30,760 A Master of Clinical Embryology This 12-month, intensive course provides students with the essential postgraduate knowledge and practical skills necessary to contribute competently to human infertility clinical services. Theoretical and practical skills are presented in the broad context of the regulations and the ethical considerations that apply to human IVF, both nationally and internationally, along with the quality control procedures required to ensure maximum success for IVF patients. The guidelines, protocols and regulations that steer and control human infertility services are also presented. In addition to attending lectures and self-directed study, students are required to undertake continual practical skills training and also students will undertake a minor research project. Students will not only be equipped with practical skills required for work in an IVF laboratory but also gain a greater understanding of research applications within the field of reproductive or developmental biology. Researchrelated tasks contribute to the overall assessment for specific coursework units year FT Clayton Students should have a medical degree, veterinary science degree, Bachelor of Science degree (with honours first class or upper second class) or the equivalent professional experience in embryology or reproductive biology gained following a pass degree. This is an intensive course where you will undertake more than the Standard annual load of 48 credit points in one calendar year. Therefore the fee quoted is an indicative total course fee, calculated using the total course credit points. 33,500 A 47

2 Master of Clinical Midwifery The Master of Clinical Midwifery offers students the ability to customise elements of their learning to meet their individual personal, professional and midwifery community needs. The course offers two study streams: one for registered midwives designed to provide higher degree studies and the other for registered nurses to obtain a professional midwifery qualification at Master s degree years FT Peninsula Applicants should normally hold a Bachelor and/or Graduate Diploma of Midwifery or a Bachelor of Nursing. Applicants for the pre-registration stream will be required to have a minimum of one years full-time equivalent clinical nursing experience. Applicants who hold a Certificate of Midwifery and who satisfy minimum standards for university entry will be required to undertake the following graduate diploma units (MID5003 and MID5004) prior to progressing to the master s course. 25,980 B Master of Clinical Research Methods Clinical epidemiology attempts to answer questions relevant to the daily practice of medicine and other health sciences and to improve patient care. This course assists health professionals to make rational evidence-based decisions in clinical practice and undertake small clinical research projects. It focuses on individuals or groups of patients in clinical settings. Above all, graduates should be able to critically evaluate their own efforts and the efforts of others towards the achievement of better health outcomes. Students may exit from the course with the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research Methods (0702) or the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Methods (3416). Students who successfully complete the research stream and achieve an overall average of HD may apply to progress to a PhD or other Higher Degree by Research years FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate Master of Health Services Management Management of health services is engaging health professionals, as responsibility for the delivery of effective and efficient health care has become more important. This course provides management training tailored to the specific needs of health care professionalsworking as a medical or general hospital administrators, clinicians, quality assurance managers, team leaders, senior nursing administrators, unit managers, case managers or general task coordinators within the health care system. Students may be eligible to exit from the Master s with the Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management (2314) or the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management (2870) years FT Alfred Students must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate Master of International Health This course provides participants with the skills necessary to design, implement and evaluate major public health programs in developing countries. This program is offered in collaboration with the Michael Kirby Centre for Public Health and Human Rights and the Centre for International Health Unit, MacFarlane Burnet Institute for Medical Research and Public Health. content is largely based on field experiences gained in health development projects in more than 20 countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa. Students learn about human rights, ethics, law and development. Public health issues are presented in the broader context of economic and social development, stressing cultural, political, gender and environmental influences, and the impact of armed conflict and population migration. Students may be eligible to exit from the Master s with the Graduate Diploma in International Health (1884) years FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will individually consider applications from students without a degree 20,520 C Master of Nursing This course prepares advanced practice nurses with leadership skills to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate health care, as well as formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society. Graduates will be well equipped to contribute to the health of individuals, families, communities and the development of the profession. The program is designed using flexible teaching delivery options and provides for a range of individual career pathways, including nursing or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice. Early exit options at Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma are available. Master of Nursing Practice The Master of Nursing Practice will provide a professional nursing qualification for individuals who have gained an undergraduate degree. This program builds on prior knowledge and skills and facilitates the development of professional nursing practice through engagement with expert clinical nurses, contemporary nursing theory and evidence years FT Peninsula Students should have a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent with a high of achievement, and relevant registration (eg Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) or equivalent. Applicants who wish to undertake some clinical streams of study will be required to have registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and appropriate clinical employment in an approved clinical agency years FT Clayton, Gippsland To be eligible for admission into the Master of Nursing Practice (graduate entry) an individual will have an undergraduate degree (for example a BSc or BA) from a recognised university. In addition, applicants will need to demonstrate evidence of previous tertiary study of a minimum of one 6cp unit of study in human biology* or a related area. One six-credit-point unit of human biology from any recognised tertiary institution or the Monash Human Biology short course which has been assessed as equivalent to this requirement. 25,980 B 33,500 G 48

3 Master of Occupational and Environmental Health Industry, government and communities are becoming increasingly concerned about the high human and economic impact of workplace injury and disease and the potential for industrial activity to affect the health of the community. Trained occupational health professionals and OHS managers are required to provide expert advice and to develop preventative programs to reduce this toll. This course is particularly suitable for medical practitioners, nurses, allied health personnel, scientists and occupational health and safety managers. The degree is recognised by the Australasian Faculty of Occupational Medicine and the Australian College of Occupational Health Nurses. Students may be eligible to exit from the Master with the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health (2868) or the Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Health (0160) years FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate Master of Public Health This 12-unit course provides students with the full range of quantitative, analytical and communication skills necessary to work in the broad domain of public health. It especially focuses on developing skills in the quantitative methods of the population-based health sciences and their problem-solving application for primary care provision both in Australia and for developing countries. Students can exit with a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate providing the approved selection of units are completed years FT Alfred Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate will individually consider applications from students without a degree Master of Social Work (Qualifying) The MSW (Qualifying) curriculum meets the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) requirements and builds on Monash Social Work areas of strength, especially in gender studies, sustainability, child wellbeing and health. The degree includes considerable emphasis on community engagement and leadership, and provides opportunities to work with organisations to complete projects and research. The MSW (Qualifying) is a coursework degree with theoretical skills development and supervised professional practice units. The course provides opportunities for group-based research and integration of theory and practice. Theoretical content builds on knowledge acquired by graduates in previous higher education, while social work skills components and professional practice units introduce students to contemporary social work practice years FT Caulfield Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree at a recognised university. The AASW also requires applicants for social work courses to have completed undergraduate studies of the individual and society prior to their entry into a social work degree. The Monash Department of Social Work stipulates that prerequisite undergraduate studies must include the successful completion of two semesters in studies of the individual and two semesters in studies of society. Studies of the individual would include units in psychology, human development, genetics, personality, psychopathology, or studies of individual theorists in these areas. Studies of society include topics like sociology, anthropology, philosophy, history, gender studies, politics, and multicultural studies. If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places available, past academic standing will be a factor in selection. 22,910 B Research degrees Doctor of Medicine (supervised) The Doctor of Medicine (MD) is a research degree that may be undertaken in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences in any of the faculty s principle research areas and strengths. Candidates in the MD (supervised) mode undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT 8 years PT Alfred, Baker, Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Monash University, and research training that the Graduate Research Committee is satisfied is equivalent to honours 1 or honours 2A, or other qualifications which, in the opinion of the committee, are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. Doctor of Philosophy The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research degree that may be undertaken in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences in any of the faculty s principal research areas and strengths. Candidates undertake a research academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT Alfred, Baker, Applicants must hold a master s degree by research or a bachelor s degree with honours 1 or honours 2A from Monash University,or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Graduate Research Committee are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology (DPsych) is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The discipline of clinical neuropsychology attempts to understand the basis of cognition, behaviour and emotion in the assessment of children and adults with neurological disorders. A feature of the Doctor of Psychology (DPsych) in Clinical Neuropsychology course is that training in clinical neuropsychology is extended through specialisation in a choice of areas, including rehabilitation, child and adolescent neuropsychology, geriatric neuropsychology, psychiatric neuropsychology and forensic psychology years FT Caulfield, Clayton, Mmc Applicants must have a bachelor s degree with honours 1 or honours 2A in psychology from Monash University, or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Graduate Research Committee are equivalent for a satificatory substitute. The bachelor s degree must be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. In addition to their academic record, applicants will be selected on the basis of their personal suitability for clinical psychology, with factors such as referees reports and presentation at a selection interview considered. 49

4 Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (DPsych) is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. This course prepares psychologists for research in applied areas of psychology and to work as clinical psychologists in the assessment and treatment of adults and children with relatively severe emotional and/or behavioural disorders. A feature of the program is that training in clinical psychology is extended through coursework in a choice of areas, including child, adolescent and family psychology; forensic psychology; and health/medical psychology years FT Caulfield, Clayton, Mmc Applicants must have a bachelor s degree with honours 1 or honours 2A in psychology from Monash University, or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Research Graduate School Committee are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. The bachelor s degree must be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. In addition to their academic record, applicants will be selected on the basis of their personal suitability for clinical psychology, with factors such as referees reports and presentation at a selection interview considered. Doctor of Public Health The Doctor of Public Health (DPH)is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project uner the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The course provides training in both the theory and practice of public health, equipping students to enter careers in Australian or international public health systems. The course covers epidemiology, public health practice and research years FT Alfred, Burnet, Caulfield, Clayton Applicants must have a Master of Public Health with an overall average distinction result or a bachelor degree with honours 1 or honours 2A in a health discipline from Monash University, or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Graduate Research Committee are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. Applicants must also have a minimum two years work experience in the field of public health, and must, to the satisfaction of the Graduate Research Committee be suitable for the role of a professional working in public health. Master of Biomedical Science The Master of Biomedical Science (MBiomedSci) is a research degree that may be undertaken in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences in any of the faculty s principle biomedical research areas and strengths. of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT Alfred, Baker, Box Hill, Burnet, Caulfield, Clayton, Florey, Mhri, Mmc, Murdoch, Applicants must hold a relevant bachelors degree with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%) or have satisfactorily completed the Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1) with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%) or have other qualifications or experience deemed equivalent or a satisfactory substitute by the faculty board. Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1) The Master of Biomedical Science (Part 1) is a qualifying degree that may be undertaken in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences in any of the faculty s research areas and strengths. Candidates undertake a major research academic staff year FT Alfred, Baker, Mhri, Hill, Applicants must have qualified for a pass degree in a relevant field at a standard deemed appropriate by the faculty board and not have failed an honours attempt in the degree, or training and experience deemed a satisfactory substitute by the faculty board. Admission to the course requires at least a credit grade average (60 per cent plus) in 24 points (or half ) of relevant third-year units. Master of Nursing (Research) The Master of Nursing (Research) is a research degree. of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT Clayton, Gippsland, Peninsula Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Nursing with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%) or hold qualifications deemed equivalent by the faculty board. 29,570 K Master of Philosophy The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a research degree that may be undertaken in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences in any of the faculty s principle research areas and strengths. Candidates undertake a research academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT Alfred, Baker, Applicants must hold a bachelor s degree with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%) or have qualifications which in the opinion of the Graduate Research Committee are equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. Master of Reproductive Sciences The Master of Reproductive Sciences (MRepSci) is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research. The Master of Reproductive Science provides medical and health professionals with advanced theoretical understanding and research training in the applications of reproductive biology, including emerging biotechnologies, to clinical human and veterinary medicine. Research may be undertaken in areas of human reproduction, animal reproduction, women s health, fetal and neonatal physiology, embryology, molecular and cellular endocrinology and reproductive toxicology years FT Clayton, Mmc, Phi Applicants must hold a relevant bachelors degree in science with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%); or the Graduate Diploma in Reproductive Sciences with a minimum average grade of (65%); or have other qualifications or experience which the faculty board deems equivalent or a satisfactory substitute. 50

5 Master of Social Work (Research) The Master of Social Work (Research) is a research degree. of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research. Specialist areas of research include casework, child abuse and protection, community health and services, corrections, ethnic welfare, family and children s courts, family intervention, family violence, policy development, poverty, residential care, women and social work, the welfare lobby, drug law reform, child abuse and the media, and aged care. The profession of social work aims to assist people to develop their full potential. Social workers help people with personal and social problems to access community resources and develop community support networks years FT Caulfield, Clayton, Notting Hill Applicants must hold a relevant bachelors degree with honours 1, honours 2A or upper honours 2B (65%), in a relevant field; or a master s degree in a relevant field with an approved research component; or have other qualification or experience deemed equivalent or a satisfactory substitute by the faculty board. 25,970 K Master of Surgery The Master of Surgery is a research degree. Candidates undertake a research project under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study of direct concern to the faculty, and must demonstrate the capacity of the candidate to carry out independent research years FT Alfred, Box Hill, Clayton, Mmc An applicant must have qualified not less than two years previously for the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent at Monash University or another university approved by the faculty board. An applicant must also intend to pursue a career in surgery or have applied for or been accepted into the Surgical Education and Training program of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons or an equivalent surgical training program approved by the faculty board; or hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons or equivalent higher surgical qualification as approved by the faculty board. In addition, an applicant must have been substantially engaged, since qualifying for the degree of Bachelor of Surgey or its equivalent, in the practice and study of surgery or scientific work relevant to the practice of surgery to the satisfaction of the faculty board. : Please see page for detailed requirements. information Alfred The Alfred Hospital Baker Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute Bendigo Bendigo Regional Clinical School Box Hill Box Hill Hospital Burnet Burnet Institute Florey Howard Florey Institute MHRI Mental Health Research Institute MMC Monash Medical Centre Moe Gippsland Regional Clinical School Murdoch Murdoch Childrens Research Institute Notting Hill Monash University, Notting Hill Peter Mac Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre PHI Prince Henry s Institute Southbank Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine SVI St Vincent s Hospital. WEHI Walter and Eliza Hall Institute 51