Graduate Certificate in Lifestyle Medicine

GA1: Intellectual rigour

Apply an evidence-based clinical-decision making framework using appropriate evidence and critical thinking within contemporary lifestyle medicine practice.

Apply knowledge of the principles and methods of evidence-based practice to the practice of lifestyle medicine.

GA2: Creativity

Critically and creatively evaluate and respond to actual and potential health problems impacting individuals, families and communities.

GA3: Ethical practice

Exhibit professional competencies, scopes of practice, codes of conduct, codes of ethics, laws and policies.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline

Critically apply pertinent lifestyle medicine theories and frameworks in clinical and professional contexts.

Apply knowledge of local and global determinants of health, for different populations and settings.

GA5: Lifelong learning

Critically reflect on current skills, knowledge, attitudes and practices to plan and implement ongoing personal and professional learning.

GA6: Communication and social skills

Apply autonomy, accountability, adaptability and professional advocacy in lifestyle medicine across diverse teams and settings.

Demonstrate advanced verbal and written communication skills that drive appropriate patient and population outcomes in diverse settings.

GA7: Cultural competence

Advocate the socio-cultural preferences, needs and values of individuals and groups across diverse settings and within interdisciplinary teams.