Victoria University
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
Develop specialised skills for health promotion to lead initiatives and implement sustainable, evidence-based interventions.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion from VU Online equips you with the essential skills to drive impactful change in public health. This course addresses critical health challenges and promotes health equity within communities. You will learn to assess health disparities, design strategies for change and advocate for inclusive public health policies that enhance community well-being.
Upon completing the Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, you can apply to progress to the Master of Public Health with credit, deepening your expertise and expanding your career opportunities.
Key facts
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
What you will study
To attain the Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion award, students must complete 48 credit points or four units. Each unit is worth 12 credit points.
Core units
- Social Media and Social Marketing Approaches to Health Promotion
- Global Contexts of Health Promotion Practice with Diverse Populations
- Innovative and Evidence-Based Health Promotion
Choose one of the following units:
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- Public Health Program Management
Entry requirements
To apply for the online Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, you are required to have at least one of the following:
- Completed an Australian Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
- Five years of approved work experience.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
From designing effective health promotion programs to implementing sustainable, evidence-based interventions, VU's curriculum covers a range of essential strategies to create a lasting impact. With a Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion from VU, you can unlock new career opportunities and lead initiatives that elevate public health outcomes.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Total cost for four units in 2026: $12,800 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of four units per year.
Student annual fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
