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Overview
In fact, on present knowledge exercise offers the greatest potential as an adjunct therapy to reverse treatment related side-effects and increase the quality and quantity of life in people with cancer. International guidelines recommend people with cancer avoid inactivity even if undergoing difficult treatments and participate in regular aerobic and resistance exercise to maximise health benefits.
Key Features
'Exercise Oncology at ECU' is a professional development course administered by the Exercise Medicine Research Institute for exercise physiologists who work with cancer patients and survivors. This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to design and implement safe and effective exercise programs for people with cancer. The course also provides critical information required for allied health professionals to provide effective advice about the role of exercise in the management of cancer.The Exercise Oncology course at Edith Cowan Collegecomprises of two components, a suite of theoretical modules completed online and a one day practical workshop. Participants can enrol in the online modules only or the full course.Programme Structure
Theoretical Component- Cancer Basics
- Impact of Exercise on Cancer Patients and Survivors
- Pre-Exercise Assessment
- Exercise Prescription for Cancer Patients and Survivors
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Online workshops will be delivered via Zoom:-21st March 2026-13th June 2026-5th September 2026-14th November 2026
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Joondalup, Australia
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 21 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Please complete and return to the Exercise Medicine Research Institute by email
- CRICOS Provider No. 00279B
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents600 AUD / full≈ 600 AUD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents600 AUD / full≈ 600 AUD / full
Additional Details
- Theoretical + Practical Modules
Funding
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