Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries
Course information for - 2023 entry
- Study mode
- Online
- Duration
- 0.5 year full-time or equivalent part-time
- Fees (first year)*
$11496 Fee-paying
- Start dates
- ACU Online Term 1 - January, ACU Online Term 3 - July
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries will allow you to develop specialised skills in the prevention and rehabilitation of sport related injuries, assist individuals with pre-existing conditions to remain active, or assist individuals to return to sports performance. This graduate certificate provides you with specialist knowledge and skill of biomechanics, metabolic, and physiological-psychosocial aspects of the person to develop programmes and strategies for the enhancement and improved performance of active individuals to prevent potential injury or to support recovery in those who may have activity restrictions due to injury or disease limitations. The course integrates this specialist knowledge and skill to develop safe and effective exercise prescriptions and interventions.
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries, a student must complete 40 credit points (cp).
Sample program map
| Year - Study period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 | Unit 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Two Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 1 | EXSC510 Strength and Conditioning for Performance and Rehabilitation data-versionlabel=3 > | EXSC515 Exercise Prescription for Sports Injury Management Across the Lifespan data-versionlabel=3 > | |||
Two Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 2 | EXSC651 Sports Injury Prevention data-versionlabel=3 > | EXSC669 Exercise Rehabilitation for Return to Sports Performance data-versionlabel=3 > | |||
Three Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 1 | EXSC510 Strength and Conditioning for Performance and Rehabilitation data-versionlabel=3 > | ||||
Three Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 2 | EXSC651 Sports Injury Prevention data-versionlabel=3 > | EXSC669 Exercise Rehabilitation for Return to Sports Performance data-versionlabel=3 > | |||
Three Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 3 | EXSC515 Exercise Prescription for Sports Injury Management Across the Lifespan data-versionlabel=3 > | ||||
Four Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 1 | EXSC510 Strength and Conditioning for Performance and Rehabilitation data-versionlabel=3 > | ||||
Four Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 2 | EXSC651 Sports Injury Prevention data-versionlabel=3 > | ||||
Four Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 3 | EXSC515 Exercise Prescription for Sports Injury Management Across the Lifespan data-versionlabel=3 > | ||||
Four Terms Option Year 1 ACU ONLINE - Term 4 | EXSC669 Exercise Rehabilitation for Return to Sports Performance data-versionlabel=3 > |
This is a sample program only and units will vary depending on your campus and mode of study. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.
AQF framework
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must hold a Bachelor degree (or higher), normally in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Human Movement, Physiotherapy, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology or related discipline.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.
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Fees
Course costs
$11496 Fee-paying
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- the number of units studied per semester;
- the choice of major or specialisation; and
- elective units.
The University reviews fees annually.
A 10% rebate on fees will be offered to domestic ACU graduates (from any faculty) enrolling in full fee-paying postgraduate studies in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Conditions apply.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
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Deferment
Deferment is available for one year. Find out more about deferment.