Cardiac Rehabilitation

The PgCert in Cardiac Rehabilitation is designed for:



Healthcare professionals such as nurses, physiotherapists, dietitians, and exercise specialists working in cardiac or pulmonary rehab.



Clinicians and allied health staff involved in Chronic disease prevention and management.



Graduates in health sciences seeking to specialize in cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation.



Professionals aiming to advance research-based practice in integrated care and rehabilitation services.

Year 1 (30 Credits)

RequiredMD1800: Cardiac Rehabilitation

Successful applicants will possess at least a Second Class Honours, Grade 1 degree (or equivalent) in a health care discipline or related subject area (e.g., medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, dietetics, sport and exercise science, clinical or health psychology, pharmacy, health promotion, public health etc). For those who do not hold a primary degree at the required level, consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills.



Overseas students will need to satisfy the University’s English Language requirement of IELTS 6.5 or above (or equivalent).

5 months, part-time. Online

Next start date: September 2026

There is an array of employment opportunities in public health, health promotion, healthcare management, academic and research settings, and the pharmaceutical industry.



Graduates of the course with a clinical background will also specifically benefit from career advancement in the speciality of cardiac rehabilitation as well as cardiovascular health more broadly.