Start or advance your career in health promotion
Health promotion is a growing field with diverse opportunities to improve community and population health. Graduates can work as health promotion officers, public health consultants, community health coordinators, or program evaluators, or use the qualification as a stepping stone to further study.
*Salary figures are averages drawn from sources including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed. They may vary based on factors such as location, experience and employer.
Health Promotion Officer
Health promotion officers develop and deliver programs that encourage healthier behaviours in communities.
They work across settings such as schools, workplaces, and community centres, creating initiatives to prevent disease, improve wellbeing, and empower individuals to make informed health decisions.
Community Health Coordinator
Community health coordinators plan, implement, and manage programs that support the health and wellbeing of local communities. They engage with diverse groups, build partnerships with stakeholders, and coordinate initiatives that address local health needs, promote healthy behaviours, and ensure services reach those most at risk.
Health and Safety Manager
Health and safety managers develop, implement, and oversee policies to protect the wellbeing of staff and the public. They identify risks, ensure compliance with legislation, and promote safe practices across workplaces or community settings, helping to prevent injury and support overall health outcomes.
Other career opportunities might include:
- Nutrition adviser
- Public health senior consultant
- Health promotion planning and evaluation officer
- Health information officer
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion is ideal for individuals seeking to develop expertise in promoting health and well-being across communities. It suits both experienced health professionals who want to broaden their impact and those from other disciplines looking to enter the public health field.
This program equips students with the knowledge and skills to reduce health inequalities and improve population well-being. Graduates learn to apply health promotion principles in settings such as public health, community health, and clinical practice.
The program offers flexible delivery options, including both in-person and online study modes, allowing students to balance study with work or other commitments.
Graduates can pursue careers in public health and community health roles, including positions as health promotion officers, health and safety managers, nutrition advisers, and roles in program planning and evaluation.
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