Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education

About the course

This postgraduate Graduate Certificate develops foundational capability in health professions education. It focuses on practical approaches to teaching and learning in clinical and professional settings, including assessment design and evaluation, alongside introductory research methods relevant to education in health disciplines. The course suits health professionals seeking to strengthen their educational practice through on-campus or online study in health education.

Career outcome

Graduates can enhance their effectiveness in teaching and assessing learners across hospitals, clinics and university health programs. The qualification supports roles such as clinical educator, sessional tutor, supervisor, course or unit contributor, and education project or assessment roles within health services and training organisations. It can also provide a pathway to further postgraduate study in health professions education. Preparing graduates for education leadership, instructional design, and advanced teaching specialist roles.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)