Graduate Diploma of Workplace Wellbeing

Duration1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start termTerm 1, 2025
Study modeOnline
Course codeCM65
This is a new course commencing in Term 1, 2025.
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Overview

Study the Graduate Diploma of Workplace Wellbeing and learn to apply systems thinking across diverse occupational contexts and to identify and manage psychosocial hazards in the workplace.

This course offers a unique opportunity to delve into the drivers of systems and behavioural change. You will critically evaluate a wide range of occupational health, wellbeing, and resilience interventions, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their role in initiating, motivating, and sustaining workplace wellness. 

You will have the opportunity to gain crucial professional learning and transferable skills, such as critical thinking and problem-solving. You will be able to apply these skills to various employment contexts and life situations to complement your profession and disciplinary base.

What is workplace wellbeing? 

Workplace wellbeing is a crucial aspect of modern working life. It encompasses how employees perceive their work environment, their physical and psychological safety at work, and the overall culture of the work organisation. In response to this, many workplaces are now prioritising the health and wellbeing of their employees, aiming to create healthy, safe, and productive environments.  

This course serves as a solid foundation for our comprehensive suite of workplace wellbeing postgraduate degrees. It is designed to follow the Graduate Certificate in Workplace Wellbeing and provides a seamless pathway into the Master of Workplace Wellbeing, giving you a clear educational pathway for career advancement. 

Study experience

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Graduate Diploma of Workplace Wellbeing, you'll be equipped to develop and implement positive workplace interventions aimed at evaluating, promoting, maintaining and improving mental health and wellbeing. The skills and knowledge you gain in this course are relevant to a broad range of roles and professions, such as:

  • occupational health and safety
  • human resource management
  • business management
  • clinical settings
  • teaching and education
  • health care settings
  • leadership roles.

Structure & Availability

Course Structure

To complete the Graduate Diploma of Workplace Wellbeing, you'll study five core units and three electives from a select list. 

Unit Information

For information on the units you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

Credit Transfer Information

If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2025Available Online
Term 2, 2025Available Online

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During your study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

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The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

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How to apply

How to apply

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