The Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Professional Honours) builds on the foundations in the Bachelor of Exercise Science to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills to gain accreditation as Exercise Physiologists with Exercise & Sports Science Australia. Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are allied health professionals who are trained in the physical and psychological components of health and exercise prescription, and who have specialised knowledge in chronic and complex care. They are skilled in prevention and risk factor modification, providing evidence-based health advice and group education. AEPs have skills in engaging patients in the process of self-managing their health, as well as in community health promotion and can be particularly beneficial to clients for whom regular exercise will be of key preventative or rehabilitative benefit. The AEP matches the immediate aspirations and needs of the client with appropriate exercise interventions. They then develop strategies which promote and assist in these interventions being undertaken regularly for a prolonged period of time. Their range of skills equips them to work in roles ranging from primary practitioner through to population health, and also in workplace health, research, primary prevention, education or in advocacy roles within health. AEPs are eligible to access the MBS through the Enhanced Primary Care initiative. They can register with the Department of Veterans Affairs and are recognised by most private health insurers. The content will build on the basic concepts covered in the Bachelor of Exercise Science degree. Students will develop an understanding of the factors influencing lasting lifestyle behaviour change and the principles involved in assessing exercise capabilities and prescribing exercise to clients with a range of chronic and complex conditions. It will include substantial practical learning opportunities in line with the required 500 hours of clinical work placement required for professional accreditation (140 hours are currently included in the undergraduate Exercise Science degree). The course will equip students with the fundamental knowledge, skills, capabilities and awareness which are necessary for a graduate to qualify as an ESSA accredited Exercise Physiologist. Course structure: To qualify for the Professional Honours of Exercise Physiology, students must successfully complete the equivalent of eight core units, as detailed in the attached course schedule and specifications. Consultation during the development of the course structure and individual units was undertaken within the School of Human Life Sciences and ESSA. Units were developed to address the outstanding competencies for Exercise Physiology accreditation that are missing from and unattainable in, the existing Bachelor of Exercise Science.

(AEPs) are allied health professionals who are trained in the physical and psychological components of health and exercise prescription, and who have specialised knowledge in chronic and complex care. They are skilled in prevention and risk factor modification, providing evidence-based health advice and group education. AEPs have skills in engaging patients in the process of self-managing their health, as well as in community health promotion and can be particularly beneficial to clients for whom regular exercise will be of key preventative or rehabilitative benefit.