Avondale University
2 years
A specialized postgraduate program for healthcare professionals seeking to implement lifestyle-based therapies in clinical practice. This diploma equips doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, dietitians, and other health professionals with evidence-based knowledge to prevent and manage chronic disease through lifestyle interventions.
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree or higher, an Australian Graduate Certificate in Lifestyle Medicine or equivalent, or an overseas qualification comparable to an Australian Bachelor's degree. International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.5 (no sub-band less than 6.0) or equivalent, or provide evidence of prior tertiary study conducted in English within the last two years from recognized English-speaking countries.
The Graduate Diploma consists of 8 units covering: Lifestyle Medicine - Past, Present & Future; Food as Medicine; Physiological Underpinnings of Chronic Disease; Psychosocial Factors in Lifestyle Medicine and Health; Exercise as Medicine; Nicotine Addiction and Smoking Cessation; Processes in Lifestyle Medicine and Health Promotion; and Lifestyle Medicine for Specific Populations. Each unit explores the integration of lifestyle interventions with clinical practice, examining nutrition, physical activity, psychological influences, environmental factors, and cultural considerations in health promotion.
Avondale University is a recognized institution offering specialized postgraduate education in Lifestyle Medicine. The course is accredited by the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, providing a clear pathway to professional fellowship. The university combines academic rigor with practical application, designed specifically for healthcare professionals seeking to diversify their expertise in evidence-based lifestyle interventions.
Graduates are equipped to implement lifestyle-based therapies across diverse healthcare settings. The diploma benefits doctors, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, dietitians, health coaches, and other health professionals. Completion accumulates points toward becoming a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, enhancing professional credentials and career advancement in preventive and lifestyle medicine.
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