Explore an exciting and creative career in health promotion.
In a constantly changing world, cut through the noise with focused, creative and expertly crafted health promotions designed to drive lasting improvements in public health outcomes.
The Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion equips you with the knowledge and skills to face the evolving demands of this sector, and the ability to balance across industries, public opinion, research and insights.
Taught by Victoria’s leading public health experts and with strong links to the Alfred Hospital, this course will extend your knowledge of health promotion, public health, epidemiology, and biostatistics. You’ll graduate ready to support healthier lifestyles through evidence-based programs, education, and policy.
Study from a Go8 University.
Monash is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8). You’ll graduate with an incredibly well-recognised and respected qualification designed by world-leading academics.
Promote positive changes.
Throughout this course you’ll learn how to design and deliver impactful campaigns that influence behaviours, improve wellbeing, and create healthier communities across the country.
Build public perceptions.
Explore the impactful intersection of health and advertising, learning to craft persuasive communications that resonate deeply with individuals and inspire communities to truly change the face of healthcare.
Graduate with high qualifications.
As one of the first institutions in Australia to offer online public health programs, Monash has a long-standing legacy of innovation in digital learning and public health education.
Take your first step towards a masters.
Completing a Graduate Certificate will put you one step closer to securing your master’s degree in Public Health – building on your newfound foundation.
Expand your career.
Gain the skills needed for roles across government, non-profits, research institutes, industry, and insurance – influencing people and policy and leading nation wide strategies in complex, real-world settings.
Study Mode
Accelerated 100% Online
Duration
0.7 years part-time
Units
4
Intakes
Jan, Mar, Aug, Oct
Fees
Est. $4,287.50 per unit
FEE-HELP
Eligible students may apply for FEE-HELP.
Develop a global leadership perspective
What does the Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion cover?
The Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion develops your knowledge of key public health and health promotion principles. These skills can then be applied in various public health contexts. This includes biostatistics, health promotion, and disease.
You’ll build practical epidemiological and data analysis skills, as well as the capacity to implement them in future practical applications and specialist experience within The School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine.
The flexibility of online theoretical learning is complemented by practical experience in each unit, ensuring that you graduate with the confidence to make an impact in the field of health promotion.
FAQsWhere a Graduate Certificate of Health Promotion can take you.
You can choose from industries such as, government, private, health organisations, pharmaceuticals, research institutes, universities and more. Taking your marketing and communications skills – specialised and focused in health – develop strategies through deep insights and create effective campaigns throughout communities.
Health Educator


Health Promotion Officer


Digital Marketing Managers


Communications Manager


Marketing Manager


The Graduate Certificate of Public Health is accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) and students who articulate into the Master of Public Health can use the Masters qualification to work towards the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrator’s Fellowship.