This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who create, deliver and monitor arts and health programs for a wide variety of clients and contexts in the arts and health industry. This qualification is intended to reflect a collaboration between the Arts and Health sectors. The individuals completing this qualification generally have previous experience in the Arts and/or Health sectors.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include arts and health practitioner, leisure and lifestyle officer, day-care facilitator, creative practitioner, community arts worker, and arts and health coordinator.
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Assess arts and health requirements of participants | Core |
| Collaborate in creative processes | Core |
| Develop arts and health programs | Core |
| Work effectively in arts and health | Core |
| Work with diverse people | Core |
| Adapt arts and health practices to meet participant needs | Elective |
| Address the needs of people with chronic disease | Elective |
| Apply critical thinking to work practices | Elective |
| Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment | Elective |
| Assess and support the social and emotional wellbeing of clients | Elective |
| Assess co-existing needs | Elective |
| Build capacity to promote health | Elective |
| Communicate and work in health or community services | Elective |
| Communicate effectively as a workplace leader | Elective |
| Communicate effectively with arts professionals | Elective |
| Communicate in complex situations to support health care | Elective |
| Contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety | Elective |
| Contribute to working with the community to identify health needs | Elective |
| Coordinate business resources | Elective |
| Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | Elective |
| Deliver and monitor arts and health programs | Elective |
| Design and produce complex text documents | Elective |
| Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries | Elective |
| Engage with health professionals and the health system | Elective |
| Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge | Elective |
| Ensure a safe workplace for a work area | Elective |
| Facilitate individual service planning and delivery | Elective |
| Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | Elective |
| Follow safe work practices for direct client care | Elective |
| Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | Elective |
| Implement continuous improvement | Elective |
| Maintain a high standard of service | Elective |
| Make presentations | Elective |
| Manage feedback on creative practice | Elective |
| Manage finances for new business ventures | Elective |
| Manage patient recordkeeping system | Elective |
| Originate and develop concepts | Elective |
| Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries | Elective |
| Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | Elective |
| Work effectively in the creative arts industry | Elective |
| Work in an alcohol and other drugs context | Elective |
| Work with people with mental health issues | Elective |
Job prospects
The Diploma of Arts and Health sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Recruitment Consultant
ANZSCO 223112
Match people looking for work with employers looking for staff.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Music, Dance, Drama, Play, Hypnotic, and Related Therapist
ANZSCO 252299
Music, Dance, Drama, Play, Hypnotic, and Related Therapistsincludes jobs like Dance Therapist, Drama Therapist, Hypnotherapist, Music Therapist, and Play Therapist.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Recreation Officer
ANZSCO 272612
Recreation Officers plan, organise and coordinate recreation facilities and programs through organisations such as local governments, schools, church bodies and youth organisations.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher
Training providers delivering Diploma of Arts and Health
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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RIVER OAK EDUCATION (RTO code 46425)
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Transformational Institute (RTO code 31269)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.