Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Exercise and Women's Health)
Course code: GC-PHTYEWH
July
AUD $24,496 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
July
AUD $29,488 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0
Course structure
Overview
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this course, graduates will be able to demonstrate:
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an advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology applied to a specialist physiotherapy area;
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an advanced understanding of the recent knowledge base in a specialist physiotherapy area;
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advanced clinical skills and techniques applicable to a specialist physiotherapy area; and
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an ability to promote evidence-based practice in a specialist physiotherapy area.
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and the following generic skills:
a capacity for self-directed learning and the motivation for life-long independent learning;
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an advanced level of oral and written communication;
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an ability to critically evaluate and synthesise research literature;
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a capacity to manage competing demands on time;
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an appreciation of the team approach to learning in complex areas.
Teaching dates
PHTY90097 Musculoskeletal Disorders for Women
PHTY90004 Exercise for Women
Explore this course
Explore the subjects you could choose as part of this certificate.
The course consists of three (3) core subjects, however all applicants will be considered for credit for subject PHTY90040 Physiotherapy Professional Portfolio.
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| Exercise for Women · 12.5 pts |
This subject comprises 4 modules. Exercise for the childbearing year comprises the study of the physiology of pregnancy, the impact of vigorous activity on maternal and foetal physiology, post-natal recovery including pelvic floor rehabilitation, exercise prescription, delivery and the evaluation of pre- and post-natal exercise programs. Exercise for adolescence comprises the physiology of the maturing woman, effect of activity on maturing tissues, exercise prescription delivery and evaluation of exercise programs for adolescents and exercise programming for children. Exercise for the older woman comprises the study of physiology of ageing tissues including the effects of menopause, the effect of activity on ageing tissues, exercise prescription delivery and evaluation of exercise programs for the elderly. This module also includes the study of bone physiology, the impact of and interaction between hormonal environment and lifestyle factors on bone health, assessment and treatment by exercise of osteopenia and osteoporosis and evaluation of exercise programs for bone health. Exercise class programming involves study of the practical aspects of group management, leadership, motivation, use of equipment, specialist exercise regimes, use of music and marketing, legal and safety issues. |
| Physiotherapy Professional Portfolio · 25 pts |
Physiotherapists continually upgrade their professional knowledge and skills to ensure that their contribution to the health care of patients is of the highest standard and excellence in practice is maintained. Students are required to submit a learning portfolio with evidence of having completed or attended professional development courses, workshops, hospital or clinical in-services, conferences, presentations, publications and/or research. Bonus points will be awarded for professional development activities within the specialist stream. |
| Musculoskeletal Disorders in Women · 12.5 pts |
This blended subject delivered online and face-to-face provides the opportunity for students to further advance their knowledge and clinical competency in the area of women's and pelvic health physiotherapy. It exposes students to advanced theoretical knowledge and skills required of physiotherapists working as primary contact practitioners in women's and pelvic health clinical practice, with the focus on musculoskeletal disorders. This subject covers theory and management of musculoskeletal conditions affecting people throughout the lifespan. Students will study musculoskeletal conditions in; · Pregnancy · Postpartum and choose 2 of 3 modules from; · Breast oncology and lactation · Menopause and older adults · Musculoskeletal conditions affecting athletes Sound clinical assessment with a strong emphasis on clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis and effective evidence-based physiotherapy management will be covered. |