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Develop a specialised understanding of dementia and explore the special type of care that’s required. This course is open to anyone interested in learning about dementia and presents pathways to rewarding careers within the growing aged care industry.

Diploma of Dementia Care

Discover how creative arts interventions in health care settings can have a positive impact on people’s lives. Learn through case studies, data and neuroscience. Explore your own creativity and ties to community. Advocate creativity.  

Diploma of Creative Arts and Health

Discover how creative outlets such as music, theatre and dance can improve individual and community wellbeing. Learn how to deliver patient-centred arts programs. Graduate with job-ready skills that apply to numerous health and community settings.

Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Arts and Health

Learn to work with older adults and their families in the aged care, health and social systems. Explore the biological aspects of ageing. Learn about dementia from health and social perspectives. Get set to join a critically important workforce.

Diploma of Ageing Studies and Services

Make a difference to the lives of people living with Australia’s second-leading cause of death. Understand changes in the brain that occur with dementia. Learn practical strategies to help care for people experiencing these symptoms.

Bachelor of Dementia Care

A formal qualification in aged care governance and leadership, developed by the Australian Institute of Health Service Management. Study leadership theory and gain confidence in your decision making. Get critical and strive to make improvements.

Graduate Certificate in Health Service Management (Aged Care)

Help to improve the lives of people with dementia and support their families and the community. Explore health science aspects and social issues. Begin to understand relevant neurobiology. Study public health policies and systems.

Graduate Certificate in Dementia

Creativity for Life

Mental Health and Wellbeing in Older Adults

The Arts and Dementia Care

Introduction to Ageing, the Brain and Dementia

Navigating the Aged Care System

Health Services for an Ageing Population

Aged Care Leadership and Management: Effective Internal and External Integration

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