C11304v2 Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management

Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management (GradCertHSM)
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: Online campus

Notes

This course is offered fully online.

This course is not offered to international students.

Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information

Overview

This course is designed for students seeking to enhance their management capabilities within the health and social care sectors. Opt for this degree to gain a competitive edge in their career, thanks to its industry-aligned, evidence-based curriculum. The course provides direct exposure to academic and industry leaders, offering real-world insights into managing health and social services.

Students acquire knowledge in quality and safety improvement, organisational management, healthcare systems, and data-driven decision-making. These skills are critical for effective leadership in various healthcare settings.

Expect a blend of theoretical learning and practical application, with assessments that mirror real industry challenges. Completing this course can also pave the way for further study at the diploma or master's level, leading to roles in diverse healthcare environments, from hospitals to community care and beyond.

Career options

Career options include positions in health authorities, hospitals, primary and community care, aged care services, and other healthcare facilities in the public, private, not-for-profit, government and non-government health sectors.

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Identify ongoing personal and professional development through inquiry, critical thinking and reflective practice.
2.1	Apply knowledge and skills to address real-world problems in health and social care.
2.2	Communicate and collaborate in health and social care to optimise individual and system outcomes.
3.1	Demonstrate understanding of socially responsible and ethical practice in health and social care.
4.1	Critically reflect on the intersection between Indigenous contexts and health services management to inform ethical work practices with and for Indigenous Australians.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in Health

Completed Australian bachelor’s degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent AND a minimum of at least 1 year full-time (1800+ hours), or equivalent part-time, relevant work experience in the health and social care sectors. Work experience excludes internships undertaken as part of previous academic study or professional qualifications.

A minimum of 1 year full-time (1800+ hours), or equivalent part-time, work experience in health and social care sectors AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education, demonstrated by successful completion of previous academic or professional qualifications.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of Service in one of the following formats:
- A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
- A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
- A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
- An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
- A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses

The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Course duration and attendance

The course can be completed in a minimum of 8 months online study, 1 x 6 credit point subject (or equivalent) per session over 4 x 7-week sessions.

Course structure

Students must complete 24 credit points, made up of 24 credit points from core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91934 Health Services Management core		24cp
Total		24cp

Course program

For more information, download a course guide and speak to a UTS Online Student Enrolment Advisor about 100% online study and a possible study program.

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program, which comprises the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management and the Master of Health Services Management (C04409).

Other information

Further information is available from:

UTS Student Centre
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
or +61 2 9514 1222
Ask UTS
UTS: Health

Associate Professor Jo Travaglia
Course coordinator