Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health

The Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health comprises four online subjects (24 credit points [CP] in total).

• Foundations of Child and Family Health (6 CP)
• Family and Community Health in Practice (6 CP)
• Growth and Development in the Younger Child (first 1,000 days) (6 CP)
• Growth and Development in the Older Child (the preschool years) (6 CP)

Applicants must demonstrate the following:

• Completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in midwifery or nursing

AND

• Hold a current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) registration as a midwife or nurse

Learning outcomes

Practice where it matters most: Develop a philosophy and practice that puts child and family health in focus. Gain an understanding of family strengths and vulnerabilities to enhance your ability to support children and families to survive and thrive.

Evidence-informed and reflective practice: Create lasting change in child and family health through evidence-based philosophy and practice. Learn to critically reflect on your practice to deliver high-quality, inclusive care, guided by evidence.

Individualised care: Develop an ethical and collaborative family-centred approach to healthcare. Gain the knowledge and skills to focus on the unique and individual needs of children and families. Apply your understanding of social and cultural diversity, informed by an ethical and collaborative perspective.

Career outcomes

Health and social assistance is Australia's largest and fastest-growing sector, with employment projected to grow by 15.8% over the five years to November 2026 (Labour Market Insights, 2022). 

Studying UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health may lead to roles such as:

• Child and Family Health Practitioner 
• Team Leader in Community Setting
• Midwifery or Nursing Educator
• Midwifery or Nursing Researcher

Student fees shown are subject to change. You may also be required to pay student amenities fees. Contact the university directly to confirm.

The fees shown are per unit. The number of units are listed below fees. Together they indicate the total fees for the course.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.