Question 1

What will I learn in a rehabilitation course?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the course you choose, you may cover:

patient communication processes
case management
rehabilitation counselling in public health
psychosocial factors that influence a person’s health and wellbeing
issues related to living with chronic health conditions
sports and exercise psychology
rehabilitation for sports injuries

Question 2

What if I’m not sure rehabilitation is right for me?

Accepted Answer

If a course in rehabilitation doesn’t feel like the right fit, consider what elements of the field appeal to you. Then explore the following options:

I want to...	We recommend exploring...
work with athletes on improving their performance	sports courses
support people with their diet and nutrition	nutrition courses
guide people through mental health challenges	counselling courses
advocate for people’s rights within the healthcare system	social work courses

Question 3

How is it possible to study rehabilitation online?

Accepted Answer

You can study rehabilitation online because most of your course will focus on crucial healthcare processes and practices. This theory can be learnt 100% from home.

If you’re studying an aspect of rehabilitation that requires in-person training or feedback, your university will give you options to do this. See below for full details.

Question 4

Will I have the opportunity to gain practical experience?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it depends on the level of your course, the university you choose to study with, and the area you choose to specialise in.

Here’s a table that outlines what you can expect from the rehabilitation courses currently available through us.

Course type	Is practical training available?	Why?
Short course or single subject	No	These courses upskill you in a single theoretical area of study.
Undergraduate certificate, diploma or associate degree	No	These courses teach you about the basics of human anatomy and the healthcare system, preparing you for further study.
Bachelor degree	Yes	While this will vary depending on your rehabilitation degree, generally you will be able to choose a subject that offers an industry placement. Your university will help you find a placement in your local area.
Graduate certificate, graduate diploma or masters degree	Yes	These courses are designed for those who already work in the industry. Your practical training may involve completing video-based assessments or supervised industry placements to demonstrate your skills.

Book a consultation with an Open Universities Australia student advisor to ask about making the right choice for your goals.

Question 5

What are the entry requirements for studying rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Entry requirements vary for each course, because they are set by the university. You can check what they are by clicking on a course that you want to learn more about.

Some of the undergraduate courses available through us don’t have any entry requirements. Instead, you can get in through our single subject entry pathway. When you go to enrol, we’ll recommend 2 to 4 subjects that you should start with. Once you successfully complete them, you can continue into the qualification, with full academic credit. This unique enrolment option isn’t available anywhere else. Book a chat with us to find out more.

If you’re interested in a postgraduate course, you will need prior study or proof of extensive work experience to apply. For example, to complete a masters degree in sports and exercise physiotherapy, you must already have a bachelor degree or higher in physiotherapy.

Question 6

What career opportunities can I explore after completing a rehabilitation course?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the qualification you complete, you could pursue a career as a:

Public health manager
Health promotion coordinator
Human rights advocate
Community development manager
Rehabilitation counsellor
Exercise physiologist
Physiotherapist
Occupational and environmental health professional
Venue medical manager for major games
Performance analyst
High performance manager
Fitness coach
Government advisor on exercise
Sports science manager
Assistant in a medical clinic, pharmacy, aged-care facility or other healthcare environment

Question 7

How do I enrol?

Accepted Answer

Here at Open Universities Australia, we make enrolling online as straightforward as possible. To get started, find the course for you by browsing the options on this page. You can also compare different qualifications using our handy comparison tool, or request help from one of our student advisors.

When you’ve made your choice, click ‘Apply now’ on the relevant course page and follow the prompts to begin your enrolment. We’ll ask you to supply some supporting documentation, including proof of your identity, your tax file number, and a unique student identifier (USI) during this process.

Your university will get in touch with you via email to confirm whether or not your application has been successful.

Please note that enquiries and applications for some courses are handled directly by the university. If this is the case, it will be indicated on the course listing page.

For more information about enrolment, read our online self-service enrolling instructions. If you get stuck at any time, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.

Rehabilitation courses

Introduction to Rehabilitation