The course is designed to provide a holistic understanding of the use of exercise as a modality in the treatment of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic and other chronic and complex conditions. Students may structure a course which is best tailored to their future requirements and area of specialisation. Five key reasons why you should study the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at UWA 1. Employment. In the past 15 years, under the guidance of our professional body – Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) - Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) have gained national recognition as the allied health professional with the knowledge and experience to prescribe exercise for people with chronic and complex medical conditions. AEPs now have provider status with the Health Insurance Commission (Medicare), as well as many private and government health and compensable insurance schemes. 2. Holistic understanding. The course is designed to provide a holistic understanding of the use of exercise as a modality in the prevention and management of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic and other chronic and complex conditions.

In the past 15 years, under the guidance of a professional body – Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), accredited Exercise Physiologists (EPs) have gained national recognition as the allied health professionals with the knowledge and experience to prescribe exercise for people with chronic and complex medical conditions. EPs now have provider status with the Health Insurance Commission (Medicare), as well as many private and government health and compensable insurance schemes. This Masters degree will develop students’ knowledge and skills in preparation for work in the allied health industry. The course will be accredited by ESSA so that graduates will be eligible to apply for EP accreditation status.