DrOscar Lederman

Oscar played a key role in developing and implementing the Masters of Clinical Exercise Philosophy (MCEP) program at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) from inception, in 2022/23. As a co-author of the UTS MCEP Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Accreditation submission, Oscar was involved in designed curriculum, ensured alignment with ESSA standards, consulted with experts, and created user-friendly materials on student learning platform, Canvas.

Prior to this, Oscar has extensive experience in the training and education of undergraduate exercise physiology and medical students at both the University of New South Wales, Sydney (position held as Adjunct Lecturer) and University of Wollongong (Casual Lecturer). Oscar frequently teachers on topics relating to physical activity and mental health, obesity, diabetes, motivation, as well as behaviour change principles. 

Oscar is a strong advocate for improving mental health literacy of students and led the implementation and delivery of mandatory Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training for exercise physiology students across a variety of institutions, including UTS.