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Diploma of Health Science

Study Method
Online
Institution
Endeavour College of Natural Health
Start Date
Monthly

Course Overview

Contribute to a healthier and happier society with Endeavour’s Diploma of Health Science.
In addition to gaining foundational knowledge of biological and social sciences, our one-year full time (two years part-time) course gives you the opportunity to gain an introduction to various areas of complementary medicine through interdisciplinary electives including Naturopathy and Nutrition.

Upon graduation, this Higher Education Diploma opens the doors to further study in health science degrees or roles in allied health or complementary medicine environments. From owning your own business to being a part of community health project teams, the career outcomes of this course are full of exciting possibilities.

Please note that this course does not provide students with the ability to practise in any of the related fields. Education pathways are available for future studies in practitioner or clinical Health Science Bachelor degrees.

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Herbal manufacturing & production
  • Complementary & alternative medicine retail/ wholesale
  • Nutritional Supplement manufacturing & production
  • Health Product Development
  • Health/Nutritional Advisor
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Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration Study Load

  • Full-time – 1 year
  • Part-time – 2 years

Delivery

The Diploma of Health Science is delivered fully online with an updated digital delivery model. With the support of online tutors and a robust Learning Management System, you can fit study around your work and/or personal commitments.

Entry Requirements

Endeavour College is a direct entry College with no ATAR requirements.

To gain entry to an accredited undergraduate course at Endeavour College, applicants must satisfy the general requirements and other entry requirements by type of background.

General Requirements – All Applicants

All domestic applicants, regardless of background, must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be willing to attend an admissions interview upon submission of enrolment paperwork (in person or via teleconference / Skype)
  • Must be 18 years of age within the first period of study
  • Must meet self-declared minimum computer literacy standards and have unrestricted access to the internet and a personal email account
  • Must read and understand the Inherent Course Requirements for the course into which they are seeking admission and accept them prior to enrolment in the course

Additional applicant background entry requirements (including English language and international students) are available through enquiring with the College.

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Recognition Of Prior Learning

If you have fully or partially completed a qualification with another provider (either at a Higher Education or Vocational Education and Training level), you may receive advanced standing towards your Diploma of Health Science degree via our Credit Recognition process.

Assessment

  • Exams 
  • Quizzes 
  • Essays 
  • Tutorial participation 

Education Pathways

Endeavour College also offers Bachelor of Health Science degrees in practitioner specialisations such as Acupuncture, Naturopathy and Nutritional Medicine that include a clinical practicum component and can lead to a career treating patients in a clinic setting.

Subjects

Core Units
BIOH111Human Biological Science 1
BIOB111 Chemistry and Biochemistry
SOCH111 History of Healing
SOCF111 Foundations of Communication and Counselling
HSELEC Choose from one of the 3 elective streams
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Payment Options

The following payment options are available for this course:
  • FEE-HELP (Australian citizens, some New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent Humanitarian Visas are eligible to apply)
  • Self-funding
  • Study loans
  • Split payment methods
Information on tuition fee schedules are available upon enquiry with the College.
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About Endeavour College of Natural Health

Endeavour College of Natural Health has been providing Vocational and Higher Education courses in Natural Health since 1975.

Our vision is to promote and advance the philosophy and practise of natural medicine and wellbeing by producing high-quality graduates who will go on to be leaders in their fields of practise. We are dynamic and innovative whilst maintaining traditional wisdom in both a digital and practical learning environment.

Endeavour is a direct entry College with no ATAR requirements. You can apply to study with us at any time and join one of 12 monthly online intakes for our Bachelor of Health Science degrees (in Acupuncture Therapies, Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy & Nutrition), Diploma of Health Science or Undergraduate Certificates. Vocational Education courses (such as Remedial Massage) are offered 4 times a year.

Enquire about one of our courses today for more information on enrolling with Endeavour College of Natural Health!

Endeavour College of Natural Health is a trading name of Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd which is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 31489)

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