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About the course
The Graduate Certificate in Climate Change and Health provides foundational knowledge and skills to address the impacts of climate change on human health and the natural environment. It explores the complex connections between climate and health across Australia and globally, with a focus on practical approaches to assessing and measuring health impacts in different settings. Students also examine strategies and policies to mitigate and adapt to climate-related health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.
What you might learn
Students develop the ability to assess and measure how climate change affects health across diverse contexts and populations. The course builds capability to identify, evaluate and analyse mitigation and adaptation strategies, including health-related climate policies and interventions. It also aims to prepare graduates for leadership and informed decision-making in sustainability, resilience and environmental health initiatives.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue leadership roles in health policy and planning related to climate change at government, NGO or health-sector organisations. The qualification supports work in healthcare services and community programs focused on sustainability, resilience, environmental protection, and climate change mitigation and adaptation. It is also positioned as a pathway into further study such as public health, expanding opportunities in population health and climate-health strategy roles.
Entry requirements
This course is for individuals passionate about the intersection of climate change and health and is suitable for anyone with a bachelors degree (or equivalent training) who is driven to make a difference in this critical area.
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