Nationally recognised training
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Get job-ready
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Work placement
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Financial support
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.
Patient Services Assistant
A Patient Services Assistant helps with patient needs at a hospital or healthcare facility. You might assist patients on arrival or help them with ...
Hospital Attendant
A Hospital Attendant performs a range of general duties in a hospital environment. You might help with patient care by moving patients to other sec...
Allied Health Assistant
An Allied Health Assistant works with people using various therapies to help them reach their goals. You might assist people with a disability, eld...
Ward Assistant
A Ward Assistant provides help to patients and healthcare staff in a hospital ward. You might assist with the transport of patients or equipment or...
Nursing Assistant
A Nursing Assistant provides support to nursing staff in a hospital or healthcare facility. You’ll assist patients with tasks such as showering or ...
Patient Care Assistant
A Patient Care Assistant provides help to patients during their stay in hospital or other healthcare setting. You might assist with feeding, bathin...
Operating Theatre Technician
An Operating Theatre Technician performs various tasks in a hospital operating room. You might get the theatre ready for surgeries, including prepa...
Occupational Therapy Assistant
An Occupational Therapy Assistant works with individual clients to deliver therapy programs. You'll follow a plan prepared by an occupational thera...
Pathology Assistant
A Pathology Assistant conducts a range of tests in a medical laboratory. You might prepare samples for testing, perform tests and write reports on ...
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