Avondale University
1 year (part-time)
The Graduate Certificate in Lifestyle Medicine is a flexible postgraduate program designed for healthcare professionals who want to master lifestyle-based therapies for preventing and managing chronic diseases. Ideal for doctors, therapists, dietitians, and health coaches seeking to diversify their expertise and become recognized fellows in the field.
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree or higher, or an overseas qualification comparable to an Australian Bachelor's degree. In exceptional circumstances, applicants may be admitted based on qualifications deemed equivalent as assessed by the Course Convenor. International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency with an overall 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 course consists of 4 units totaling 24 credit points. Students must complete the core unit 'Lifestyle Medicine - Past, Present & Future' and select three electives from options including: 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. The curriculum examines the history of disease, core Lifestyle Medicine pillars, nutrition and physical activity, physiological factors in chronic disease, psychological influences, environmental factors, substance use, administration processes, and cultural factors affecting interventions.
Avondale University is a recognized institution offering specialized postgraduate education in Lifestyle Medicine. The course is accredited by the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and provides a structured pathway to becoming a Fellow of the Society. The university's commitment to research-led education and flexible study options allows healthcare professionals to advance their qualifications while maintaining their practice.
Graduates are well-positioned for roles in healthcare settings where lifestyle interventions are central to patient care. The qualification benefits doctors, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians, health coaches, and health educators seeking to diversify their expertise. Completing this course accumulates points toward becoming a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, enhancing professional credentials and opening opportunities in clinical practice, public health, and health promotion sectors.
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