Disability Policy and Leadership

Overview

Contribute to professional practice, policy, workforce development and leadership in disability and human services.

In as little as six months, the Graduate Certificate provides senior practitioners and managers with the knowledge and skills to lead and sustain positive change in disability practice and policy.

Up to 80% off fees due to Government subsidies*.

*Government subsidies enable Flinders to offer Domestic applicants a reduction of up to 80% off full course fees through Commonwealth Supported Places. Offer subject to change.

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Courses

Graduate Certificate in Disability Policy and Leadership

Duration: 0.5 years

Delivery mode:
In person
Online

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March
July

SATAC code:
2GC172 (Commonwealth supported)
2GC672 (full fee paying)

Annual indicative fees (2025):
$8,496 (Commonwealth supported)
$12,852 (Full fee paying)

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2GC172 (CSP)

2GC672 (FFP)

^{(CSP): Commonwealth Supported Place

(FFP): Full fee paying}

Why study postgraduate Disability Policy and Leadership?

Develop advanced skills and specialist policy and leadership knowledge that can be applied to support the inclusion and citizenship of people with disability.
Our programs are taught on the strong principles of human rights, equity, justice, and access, providing a unique education that aligns to the needs of people with disability, industry, and the community.
Our teaching staff are experienced Disability and Community Inclusion professionals, academics, and researchers with rich and diverse backgrounds. Learn from experts in the field who have a broad range of connections to industry.
The Graduate Certificate can be completed in as little as six months, allowing to be job-ready, faster.
You can choose to continue studying with our Masters of Disability Practice and Leadership, strengthening your leadership capabilities.
Study anywhere in Australia, with all topics available 100% online, allowing you to balance your work, life, and study commitments

Your career

This degree will allow you to specialise in disability policy and leadership in a wide range of careers in allied health, education, community and human services.