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2 Years
Face-to-face (classes are currently face to face)
Full time
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
BOX HILL
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Develop workplace communication strategies
Work with diverse people
Work effectively in the leisure and health industries
Contribute to leisure and health programming
Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs
Participate in the planning health and leisure programs for clients with complex needs
Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming
Coordinate planning, implementation and monitoring of leisure and health programs
Provide leisure education
Apply concepts of human psychology
Research and apply evidence to practice
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Confirm physical health status
Maintain work health and safety
Manage people performance
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
Coordinate services for older people
Implement interventions with older people at risk
Lead team effectiveness
Provide first aid
Common Questions
Industry placement of 240 hours needs to be undertaken to successfully complete this course. Additionally, some units marked with an asterisk require 36 hours of portfolio assessment after the industry-based assessment (EBA).
To enrol in the Diploma of Leisure and Health, candidates must have completed Australian Secondary (Year 12) education or equivalent, be proficient in English, be above 18 years old, and have completed the 12 compulsory prerequisite units from CHC40608 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent).
The Diploma of Leisure and Health is comprised of 15 units and is available as a full time 45 weeks course.
Yes, students will need to obtain a Police Check during the first week of the course.
Graduates will have skills and knowledge to manage, design, implement and evaluate leisure and health options for individuals and groups in the aged, disabled, mental health, community and youth sectors, and can work as part of a multi-disciplinary team or as a consultant to manage and/or mentor others.
Application
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
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