General knowledge of Health Informatics.

The main studies included in this course are promoting the students to understand information technology and advanced telecommunications technology, create an awareness of the increasing role and potential of information technology and advanced telecommunications technology for effective and efficient health services, particularly for rural, remote and housebound consumers.

In order to qualify for admission to the Certificate or the Diploma courses, applicants should hold a three-year degree or a diploma with a major in a health related or communications technology area, OR have experience and/or qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Director of the UDRH. As all units in the course use online resources, students need to have regular access to email and the internet.

After pursuing this degree from University Of Tasmania, Students get accreditation by the Australian College of Health Informatics and it is also accredited by the Australasian College of Health Informatics (ACHI).

To provide health professionals and others with the theoretical and practical knowledge which will enable them to take leading roles within the emerging field of Health Informatics.

Minimum 3 yrs, Maximum 6 yrs