Clinical Exercise Physiology

Curtin University

Australia, Perth

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Curtin University

Australia , Perth

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

097865D

Campuses

Curtin Perth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Feb-2025

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1.5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 45,610 / year

Next Intake 26-Feb-2025

Clinical Exercise Physiology

About

This course has been developed to provide graduates with the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the field of clinical exercise physiology across a range of target pathologies and population groups. Students are provided with advanced theoretical knowledge, contemporary clinical experience and research opportunities for the development of quality improvement programs for exercise rehabilitation in a clinical setting.

Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.

Why study

Covers the new ESSA standards
Features niche units
Aligns with ACSM curriculum (American College of Sports Medicine), blended learning and high impact coveted practicum opportunities

How this course will make you industry ready

This is a practical course featuring content informed by industry, including the new ESSA standards. Graduates will have in-depth knowledge of key pathological areas and practical hands on experience working with Industry AEPs in a wide variety of clinical and community settings.

Professional recognition

The course has ESSA Qualifying Accreditation.

Apply clinical exercise physiology principles and approaches in the treatment and management of persons at high risk of developing, or with existing chronic and complex clinical presentations drawing upon current research to guide clinical decision making

Incorporate creativity and initiative to formulate, implement and critically evaluate effective exercise physiology practice

Source and synthesise complex information and evidence using a range of technologies; apply professional and independent judgement to exercise physiology practice

Exemplify highly developed communication and technical skills, both written and verbal, to effectively design, apply and justify professional practice with clients, health professionals and stakeholders

Integrate appropriate technologies to create, amend and validate exercise interventions and professional decisions based on scientific evidence and clinical reasoning

Apply a commitment to professional and personal development in the field of clinical exercise through educational engagement and on-going learning, self-evaluation of practice, and advocacy for exercise physiology

Understand and promote a global health care perspective in regards to exercise physiology practice

Support and respect individual human rights and cultural diversity in regards to exercise physiology services within a variety of settings

Independently and through inter-professional working relationships, apply professional and ethical skills and behaviour across a range of professional settings

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Completion of 3 year post-secondary (post Year 12 equivalent) qualification OR hold a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University which is comparable to an AQF Associate Degree

English Program Requirements

If English is not your first language, you must also check that you meet English language requirements for your chosen course. Australian students must also meet the English entry requirements.

Career

Accredited exercise physiologist
Exercise rehabilitation provider
Case manager

Fee Information

⁺estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load

Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible

Tuition Fee

AUD 45,610

How to Apply

Have your supporting documents to hand, and ensure they meet our guidelines. The documents may include certified copies of your qualifications, English language proficiency documents and supplementary forms for certain courses.

If your documents are not issued in English, an official translation from a recognised translation service must be provided.

Recognised translation services

National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) accredited translator in Australia
The Awarding institution
A Notary Public Office
The official Government body
An official and accredited translator*

*Official translations are subject to review.

If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.

Applying online: Use the ‘Apply now’ button on the relevant course page and following the prompts.

Applying by mail or email: Download the International application for admission form [.pdf – 307 kB].

If you want to package your course with a Curtin English course, you can submit your application with your course application documents to streamline the process.

If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that you will need to accept or reject.

If you accept your offer, you will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment – a document from Curtin that details your course, how long you will be studying the course, and the tuition fees. This document can be used for acquiring a student visa.

Apply to the Australian government for your student visa. Gaining a student visa will allow you to participate in full-time study in Australia and work up to 40 hours in a fortnight. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place before a visa can be issued.

See our pre-departure resources for helpful information regarding your move to Perth.