- 0.5 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Online
- Jan, May
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- AUD 4,676
- (Indicative annual fee)
Overview
- Be empowered as a healthcare professional – build the confidence, skills and expertise to lead and deliver culturally safe healthcare to First Nations peoples across diverse settings with this graduate certificate.
- Gain the skills to improve health outcomes for First Nations peoples with studies that focus on increasing leadership skills and a community development approach.
- Learn from globally recognised academics and practitioners in First Nations health and cultural safety and benefit from strong partnerships with the tertiary healthcare sector, Aboriginal Communication Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO) and healthcare leaders for practical, real-world learning.
- Explore critical topic areas including clinical leadership across diverse clinical settings, cultural safety for health care professionals, historical and contemporary Indigenous health policies and First Nation community-controlled health leadership, and the impact of climate change on First Nation health.
- Gain a strong understanding of cultural safety and health equity. Be equipped with the knowledge to influence policy, drive community health initiatives, and contribute to the sustainable development of First Nations communities.
Relaxed learning environment
UniSQ has created a welcoming and relaxed learning environment and supports students to be the best version of themselves.
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Career outcomes
As a graduate, available career paths could include health services management, advocacy, community health programs management, policy development, or providing education and training programs. These positions are available in a range of environments, such as hospitals, community health centres, government bodies, and educational institutions.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Graduate Certificate of First Nations Culturally Safe Health Leadership, you must successfully complete 4 units of study.
Degree structure
A postgraduate university degree typically comprises of advanced coursework and research opportunities, allowing you to deepen your expertise in a specific field while building upon foundational knowledge.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes. You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this postgraduate degree.
- Applicants must have registration with a professionally accredited health organisation, such as (but not limited to) the Australian Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or Speech Pathology Australia. Alternatively, applicants must be recognised as a self-registered health professional.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (4 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplySelect to start your degree in Block 1 or 3:
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block 1, 2026 | Monday 12 January | Monday 12 January | Monday 19 January |
| Block 3, 2026 | Monday 5 May | Monday 5 May | Monday 11 May |
More information on application key dates is available.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The entry requirements for your degree will provide you with details regarding the documentation to provide. These may include:
- interviews and selection criteria
- CV/resume or LinkedIn profile
- referee reports.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
Yes! UniSQ provides you with the flexibility to study our Graduate Certificate of First Nations Culturally Safe Health Leadership online. Your online health degree can be tailored to your individual needs, allowing you to experience the same level of support and opportunity as on-campus students.
Studying online allows you to fit study into your life and access learning resources, forums, assessment information and study support from wherever you are.
So why study a Health degree online at UniSQ?
- We have 40+ years of experience delivering flexible study options via online learning.
- You won’t be alone – over 75% of UniSQ students choose to study online.
- Visit your online classroom anywhere, anytime, 24/7.
- We know what we’re doing! UniSQ’s fastest growing cohort is online.
If you want to create positive change in your community, studying a First Nations health degree opens up a range of career pathways where you can make an impact.
Gain a strong start to your career and study the Graduate Certificate of First Nations Culturally Safe Health Leadership with UniSQ.
At UniSQ, you'll benefit from:
- 5/5 stars for student to teacher ratio.*
- 5/5 stars for postgraduate starting salary.*
- 50+ national and international industry partners. The value of a postgraduate degree lies in our industry partnerships and expert lecturers.
* (Good Universities Guide, 2025)
