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Occupational Therapy M
(graduate entry)
Course outline
This graduate entry master course offers students a
fast-track option to becoming an occupational therapist.
It is a two and half year program that provides students with
the skills necessary for the delivery of quality occupational
therapy services, and equips them to respond to the
changing demands of the Australian health system. Students
complete case studies and clinical practice that helps them
to integrate their knowledge into evidence based clinical
decision making.
Studies will incorporate extensive clinical fieldwork practice.
Students will also have the opportunity to take part in the
Go Global program, participating in a fieldwork placement in
China, India, Cambodia or the Ukraine for four weeks.
Career outlook
Graduates are highly sought after. They may seek a career
in health, disability and education sectors while others
work with industry and non-government organisations.
Graduates using the title of registered health practitioner or
the title of occupational therapist (OT) must be registered
with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (the
National Board). Registration for practice enables graduates,
once registered, to practise occupational therapy in all
Australian states and territories. Graduates can also
choose to be a member of the Australian Association of
Occupational Therapists and/or OT Australia (WA). This
course is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational
Therapists. Graduates may also apply for registration in
most countries although some countries may require sitting
a licensing examination.
Course details
Course code 314309
Duration
2.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time
When
January
Campus
Bentley
Study mode On-campus
Entry requirements Applicants must have a bachelor degree
preferably in a health or human science
related discipline. Entrance into this course
is competitive. Evidence of studies in
human biosciences (for example, human
biology) and psychology or behavioural
science is required. If such evidence is
not available, applicants may need to
undertake prerequisite bridging units before
commencing the program.
Specific
requirements
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Fees See page 8
Supplementary information is required see page 10
student profile
ian cheok
Master of Occupational Therapy
The thought of going back to university was daunting
as I hadn’t studied for quite some time. Thankfully,
when I spoke to the great team at Curtin’s School
of Occupational Therapy and Social Work all of my
anxieties quickly disappeared.
The teaching and administration team have been
amazing in their support and guidance. The way they
have bent over backwards to help, encourage and just
plain cheer the students on is commendable. Words
cannot express the gratitude that I feel concerning their
enthusiasm and contribution to my success. Through
my career as an occupational therapist I hope to help
people overcome challenges so that they can fulfil their
physical and mental potential, enabling them to fully
engage in what is meaningful to them personally.
Paramedicine GCert
Course outline
The Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine is a collaborative
program offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery in
conjunction with St John Ambulance Association, Western
Australia. This one-year course is designed to provide
registered nurses with the appropriate knowledge and skills
to become ambulance paramedics. The course includes an
extensive internship with the St John Ambulance Association.
Career outlook
Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete
an induction program with St John Ambulance Western
Australia (WA). Over a 12-month period you will undertake
both practical on-road and theory based assessments. You
will graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine and
be offered the opportunity to work as a paramedic with St
John Ambulance WA.
Course details
Course code 314169
Duration
1 year part-time
When
November
Campus
Bentley
Study mode Mixed on- and off-campus – two units are
offered online
Entry requirements A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent
is desirable, and applicants must hold a
Division One registration with the Nursing
and Midwifery Board of Australia. Applicants
must have at least 24 months experience in
an acute area of practice. A hospital-based
diploma may be considered. A current WA
driver’s licence is required. All prospective
applicants will be subject to an interview and
selection process with St John Ambulance
Association and Curtin University.
Specific
requirements
Fees See page 8
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Pharmacy M (graduate entry)
Course outline
This graduate entry masters degree provides a pathway
for science graduates to become registered pharmacists. It
presents students with a comprehensive theoretical base,
including chemical, biological, physiological, pharmaceutical
and pharmacotherapeutic studies. At the end of the first
year, students complete a community pharmacy placement
under the supervision of a practising pharmacist to develop
skills in a clinical setting. In the second year students
focus on pharmacotherapy / pharmacy practice and on
developing their research skills. Students also complete
a hospital placement to further develop their practical
skills. Throughout this course, students use high-quality
laboratories and facilities designed to enhance teaching
and aid the development of essential practical skills.
The school laboratories include a model dispensary, a
manufacturing laboratory, an asepsis suite and laboratories
for microbiological, chemical and pharmacological
investigations.
Career outlook
Graduates may seek a career in healthcare working in the
fields of community, hospital or consultancy pharmacy.
Graduates may also develop a career in the pharmaceutical
industry which employs pharmacists in a number of areas
including research roles in the development of medicines,
production of pharmaceuticals, quality assurance, regulatory
affairs, marketing and drug information. They may also
work for the State or Federal Government in regulatory and
policy roles. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional
registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board
of Australia. A further period of supervised practice is
required in order to be eligible for general registration as a
pharmacist.
Course details
Course code 312042
Duration
2 years full-time
When
January
Campus
Bentley
Study mode On-campus
Entry requirements A relevant bachelor degree or equivalent
with a history of above average grades.
Essential prerequisites include completing
of at least one tertiary unit in mathematics,
statistics, chemistry, biochemistry, human
biology and physiology (microbiology is
desirable).
Fees See page 8
Supplementary information is required see page 10