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About the course
Gain the expertise to become an allied health professional with the skills to create tailored exercise, lifestyle and behaviour change programs with La Trobe's accelerated Master of Exercise Physiology.Get the clinical skills to prescribe exercise to improve the health and function of people with or at risk of developing cardiovascular, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological, immunological and mental health conditions. Learn how to analyse conditions, perform assessments, critically interpret outcomes, and design, deliver and monitor safe and effective clinical interventions.
Career outcome
The demand for accredited exercise physiologists is high, and expected to increase in future years to address the rise in chronic disease and supporting our ageing population. Prepare for a rewarding career in settings such as private practice, public health organisations, hospitals, community centres, aged care and disability, workplace health and rehabilitation providers, policy and leadership. Possible roles for exercise physiologists include:chronic disease prevention, treatment and managementinjury rehabilitationcase managementhealth promotioneducation and research.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
