Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker provides culturally appropriate health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, focusing on improving health outcomes through community engagement and education.

Their duties often involve assessing health needs, facilitating access to health services, providing health education, and delivering direct support for physical, emotional, and social well-being. They work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and local organisations, ensuring that cultural practices and community perspectives are integrated into health initiatives.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $79,664
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a aboriginal and torres strait islander health worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
HLT40221

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
Blended, On Campus
12 - 26 months
$0 - $25,225
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Community Care Worker Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Community Care Worker Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$30 - $4,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Worker Housing Officer Family Support Worker
Case Manager Community Corrections Officer Community Development Worker Senior Support Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Community Support Worker Community Care Worker Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker Peer Support Worker Residential Care Officer Residential Care Worker Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator Youth Case Worker Rehabilitation Counsellor Animal Shelter Attendant Life Coach Case Worker Migrant Support Worker Community Outreach Coordinator Behaviour Support Specialist Community Worker Youth Support Officer Community Services Officer Community Educator Mental Health Advocate Youth Officer Probation Officer Social Welfare Officer NDIS Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Court Support Worker Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Community Health Liaison Community Advocate Disability Employment Consultant Youth Advocate Doula Community Recovery Officer
+ 44 more
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing
On Campus
20 months
$14,779 - $31,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse Mental Health Nurse
Rehabilitation Nurse Community Health Nurse Cosmetic Nurse Acute Care Nurse Critical Care Nurse Renal Care Nurse Remote Area Nurse School Nurse Surgical Nurse Oncology Nurse Palliative Care Nurse General Practice Nurse IVF Nurse Occupational Health Nurse Midwife Registered Nurse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Intensive Care Nurse Trauma Nurse Triage Nurse Aged Care Coordinator Clinical Facilitator
+ 22 more

Master of Public Health (Indigenous Health)
Blended
12 - 24 months
$0 - $67,896
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Public Health Consultant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Public Health Consultant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$0 - $26,472
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Health Promotion Officer Public Health Consultant
Public Health Researcher Health Advisor
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Health Promotion Officer Public Health Consultant Public Health Researcher Health Advisor + 2 more
HLT50221

Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Management
Online
18 months
$10,615
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
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