Master of Clinical Osteopathy

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Applicants must have completed the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan at RMIT University. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. The Osteopathy Board of Australia requires all applicants to demonstrate that they meet the Ahpra English Language Skills Registration Standard prior to entry to the course. Please refer to the Osteopathy Board of Australia website for further information on how to demonstrate the Standard and any conditions that apply. Most applicants for this course (MC284 Master of Clinical Osteopathy) will have already demonstrated that they meet the Standard as part of their application for the undergraduate course (BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy)). For MC284 applicants who were not previously asked for this, we will contact you with instructions on how you can demonstrate this as part of your application. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Applicants must have completed the BP231OST Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) plan at RMIT University. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 7.0 (with no individual band below 7.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 94 (with minimum of 24 in Reading, 24 in Listening, 23 in Speaking and 27 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 65 (with no communication band less than 65) C1 Advanced: minimum of 185 with no less than 185 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). Additional information Expand all sections Inherent requirements Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this course The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can: understand more about the course determine if you may need support during your studies make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you. Adjustments If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there is a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) team to discuss any adjustments you may require. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with ELS. If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your course so that you can participate fully in your studies. The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings. View inherent requirements Immunisation and professional compliance requirements This course includes practical placement. If you are successful in obtaining a place in the course, you must meet a number of immunisation and compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies. Immunisation and vaccination requirements* Influenza Vaccination: is an annual requirement. Students will be guided as to the timing of obtaining this. COVID19 Vaccination*: Whilst it is no longer a requirement for students to have Covid-19 vaccinations to undertake placements in the RMIT Health Clinic, students who have had these vaccinations are encouraged to provide evidence. Students who have not had the vaccinations are required to acknowledge via an 'External Placement Declaration' that there may be limitations on the placements they will undertake without these. Compiance requirements Working with Children Check (valid for 5 years): Students must hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check: Students must present evidence of a successful Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program (Annual requirement for the duration of your Program). Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks are conducted via fit2work. An account with fit2work will be created using the student’s name and the RMIT issued student email address, once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. NDIS Worker Screening Check: You will be required to apply for and receive an acceptable NDIS Worker Screening Check . Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. First Aid: Students will be required to undertake First Aid training prior to undertaking professional placement as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. COVID19 Vaccination*: You will be required to undertake COVID19 Vaccination as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. Other requirements as advised on commencement of Program Note: All relevant screening and compliance check fees are at your own expense. For more information or if you have any questions about these requirements please contact RMIT Connect – Work and Study Opportunities where your enquiry will be dealt with accordingly. <div

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Upon completion of this master's degree, graduates are eligible to apply for registration as an osteopath with the Osteopathy Board of Australia. As Ahpra-registered practitioners, osteopaths commonly work in private clinics and multidisciplinary clinics offering services related to musculoskeletal health rehabilitation and management. Other examples of osteopathy careers are working in residential aged care facilities, occupational rehabilitation and management consultancies, insurance companies, and some government agencies such as WorkCover or TAC. Alternatively, you may choose to pursue further study or research pathways. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation The Master of Clinical Osteopathy is accredited by the Australian Osteopathic Accreditation Council (AOAC) . Upon successful completion of both the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Osteopathy) and Master of Clinical Osteopathy at RMIT, graduates can apply for registration to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency's (Ahpra) Osteopathy Board of Australia (OsteoBA) as a registered osteopath in Australia. When applying for registration, in addition to completing both programs, graduates will need to meet all registration standards set by the OsteoBA . Registration and professional memberships Application for registration to the Osteopathy Board of Australia and professional membership with Osteopathy Australia is your responsibility. Without registration under Ahpra, osteopaths cannot practise in Australia. Osteopathy Australia offer opportunities for networking, representation and advocacy, and courses for continuing professional development. <div