Orofacial Pain Pathway
Specialisation
About this pathway
Who is this Pathway suitable for?
This pathway is suitable for dentists, physiotherapists, psychologists and other health practitioners interested in pursuing a career in orofacial pain, as well as clinicians already working in the field wishing to consolidate their understanding in this area.
Professional accreditation
The content and structure of the Master of Medicine/Science in Medicine (Pain Management) program is significantly influenced by the curriculum framework identified by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). Further, the structure and content of the pathway in orofacial pain is influenced by guidelines from:
- The Australian and New Zealand Academy of Orofacial Pain
- The American Academy of Orofacial Pain
What Will I Study?
The study pattern for the orofacial pathway (Masters level only) is specified in the following table. Note: Semester 1 enrolment only
Orofacial Pain Pathway: Units of study |
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Semester 1, Year 1 |
Introduction to Pain Management Pain Mechanisms and Contributors |
6 |
Semester 2, Year 1 |
Pain Treatment and Management principles Orofacial Pain |
6 |
Semester 1, Year 2 |
Advanced Studies in Orofacial Pain Introduction to Sleep Medicine |
6 |
Semester 2, Year 2 |
Headache Orofacial Pain in Practice |
6 |
Pathway Outcomes
Graduates will have opportunities to:
- Develop high levels of knowledge and appropriate skills in dealing with orofacial pain conditions
- Learn to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams on the practical challenges faced by professionals working in these areas;
- Acquire skills recognised as essential components of the professional training in orofacial pain; and
- Learn to critically evaluate relevant research and contribute to the growing body of evidence-based, effective interventions.
Admission requirement
The Master of Medicine requires a medical degree.
The Master of Science in Medicine requires a recognised bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline with either the equivalent of first or second-class honours and/or equivalent work experience.
Graduate opportunities
Graduates will have opportunities to:
Develop high levels of knowledge and appropriate skills in dealing with orofacial pain conditions.
Learn to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams on the practical challenges faced by professionals working in these areas;
Acquire skills recognised as essential components of the professional training in orofacial pain; and
Learn to critically evaluate relevant research and contribute to the growing body of evidence-based, effective interventions.
Career pathways
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