University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health Online
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months (minimum)
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is designed for registered nurses and midwives looking to specialise in child and family healthcare. The course focuses on family-centred care, supporting parents and caregivers and responding to children's health and developmental needs.
Across four subjects (24 credit points), you'll explore the foundations of child and family health, family and community health practice and child development from infancy through the preschool years. The course includes 120 hours of in-person clinical placement across two subjects, providing opportunities to apply your knowledge in child and family health settings.
Delivered online with compulsory in-person placements, the course can be completed in 8–10 months. Graduates may also be eligible to progress to the Master of Women's and Children's Health. However, this qualification does not meet Victorian Government requirements for practice as a Child and Family Health practitioner in Victoria. Applicants intending to practise in this role in Victoria are advised not to apply. Those seeking alternative study pathways may wish to explore related UTS qualifications, including the Graduate Certificate in Women’s and Children’s Health, or other health courses that may better align with their professional goals.
Key facts
7th June, 2027
5th October, 2027
What you will study
The Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health comprises four online subjects (24 credit points)
- Foundations of Child and Family Health
- Family and Community Health in Practice
- Growth and Development in the Younger Child (first 1,000 days)
- Growth and Development in the Older Child (the preschool years)
Entry requirements
Applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in midwifery or nursing; and
- Hold a current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) registration as a midwife or nurse.
English language requirements
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; TOEFL: paper-based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5; internet-based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; AE5: Pass; PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be credited for online postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive a UTS offer of enrolment, and you’ve undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning. UTS doesn’t determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Practice where it matters most: Develop a philosophy and practice that puts child and family health in focus. Gain an understanding of family strengths and vulnerabilities to enhance your ability to support children and families to survive and thrive.
- Evidence-informed and reflective practice: Create lasting change in child and family health through evidence-based philosophy and practice. Learn to critically reflect on your practice to deliver high-quality, inclusive care, guided by evidence.
- Individualised care: Develop an ethical and collaborative family-centred approach to healthcare. Gain the knowledge and skills to focus on the unique and individual needs of children and families. Apply your understanding of social and cultural diversity, informed by an ethical and collaborative perspective.
Career outcomes
Health and social assistance is Australia's largest and fastest-growing sector, with employment projected to grow by 15.8% over the five years to November 2026 (Labour Market Insights, 2022).
Studying UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Child and Family Health may lead to roles such as:
- Child and Family Health Practitioner
- Team Leader in Community Setting
- Midwifery or Nursing Educator
- Midwifery or Nursing Researcher
Fees and FEE-HELP
2027 indicative domestic tuition fees
- Indicative total course fee: $14,340
- Indicative price per subject (6 credit points): $3,585
- Total course requirements: 24 credit points (4 subjects)
Tuition fees are indicative for 2027 and subject to annual review. Actual tuition costs may vary depending on the year in which subjects are undertaken.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is charged separately.
FEE-HELP
Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their tuition fees.