Take your career to the next stage
The newly created Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health is an exciting new course providing students with a pathway into employment as an Environmental Health Practitioner.
Apply nowWith a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health, you will be equipped with the key skills and knowledge to join colleagues on the front line of health protection, identifying hazards to health and the environment.
As a graduate you will be proficient in assessing and communicating the risks, combatting an expanding range of environmental and public health challenges including allergens, climate change, food handling, nanotechnology and emerging communicable diseases. The course provides a strong foundation for those looking to continue their studies into public health. Whilst primarily based in Hobart, the course has a whole of Tasmania focus, including at least 150 hours of real-world placement working and learning from practicing Environmental Health Officers throughout the State.
Please note we will be offering 20 Commonwealth Supported Places to students wishing to undertake this course.
Course structure
Duration
Minimum 1 year, Maximum 4 years
Location
Hobart and online with state-wide placements
Entry
Semester 1, Semester 2
The University of Tasmania is currently working with the Local Government of Tasmania to continue to deliver the placement as planned. Should circumstances require alternative arrangements we will work with the national body to ensure you meet the accreditation requirements.
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If you have a passion for science, health and environment and like working outdoors and with people, this course is for you. It is a pathway to a career not just a job.
Melissa Burn President - Environmental Health Australia (Tasmania) Incorporated
"Food borne pathogens can spread rapidly throughout communities without stringent protocols, policies and procedures put in place by environmental health professionals. The University of Tasmania’s Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health is a new course developed in association with industry providing specialist placement opportunities which is designed to help you prevent and manage environmental health challenges within your community.” Melissa Burn President - Environmental Health Australia (Tasmania) Incorporated
