The Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation is an accredited degree for candidates to upgrade their undergraduate exercise science qualifications to be eligible for accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). Accredited Exercise Physiologists can register as a health care provider with Medicare Australia, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs and WorkCover. Additionally, your AEP qualification is recognised by most private health insurers. Your degree The Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation aims to produce professional Exercise Physiologists who can utilise exercise to prevent and rehabilitate those with chronic disease and injury in the broader community. This program comprises coursework, clinical competencies and clinical placements, as outlined by the profession, which develop the knowledge and skills required when working in community settings, public health, hospitals and other healthcare facilities, both public and private. What you study You will complete studies in Clinical Exercise Physiology and Advanced Workplace Injury Management for Exercise Physiologists, with particular emphasis on evidence-based case study management, clinical skills development, communication and professionalism. You will also undertake a Clinical Placement Practicum within community, hospital and private healthcare facilities. Course Learning Outcomes Students graduating from the Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation will be able to: Exercise critical thinking and judgement about recent developments in clinical exercise physiology and appreciate concepts and perspectives associated with professional practice as an accredited exercise physiologist. Apply extensive knowledge of research principles and methods pertinent to allied health and professional practice in particular related to the practice of clinical exercise physiology. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories. Justify and demonstrate the application of a range of clinical competencies in professional practice and further learning. Apply and integrate extensive knowledge and skills to assist in the planning and execution of clinical practicum exercise interventions. Demonstrate evidence of outcomes related to Discipline Threshold Learning Outcomes and/or Professional Accreditation Requirements with respect to pathological conditions and special populations, including: Exercise assessment, prescription and delivery. Analysis and modification of movement Understanding physiological systems integration and pathophysiology Analysis and interpretation of statistics and research methodology. Design, apply, generate and evaluate theories, methodologies and concepts for professional practice or scholarship. Demonstrate advanced skills in critical thinking, reasoning and reflection. Justify, interpret and communicate propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions.