TAFE Queensland
Certificate II in Health Support Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Begin your career in healthcare with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the foundation skills necessary to work in an assistant role in a health, aged or residential care setting, or to undertake further study in the field. Australia's healthcare industry is a strong-growth sector with more than 50,000 jobs expected to open in the next five years.
Begin your career in healthcare with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the foundation skills necessary to work in an assistant role in a health, aged or residential care setting, or to undertake further study in the field. Australia's healthcare industry is a strong-growth sector with more than 50,000 jobs expected to open in the next five years.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work in an assistance role in a health care facility as a ward assistant, orderly, food services assistant or laundry services worker. It will also give you the foundation skills you need to undertake further study in the industry.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Windemere Road, Alexandra Hills
- Corner Mary and Byrne Streets, Bundamba
- 50-68 Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook
- 64-68 Klingner Road, Redcliffe
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- Tallon Street, Caboolture
- 91-99 Scarborough Street, Southport
- 6 Doherty Street, Birtinya
- Timbury Street, Roma
- 200 Dragon Street, Warwick
- 100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba
- 66 Galatea Street, Charleville
- Corner Bunya Highway and Geritz Road, Kingaroy
- 47-95 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay
- 118 Walker Street, Bundaberg
- 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie
- 89 Adelaide Street, Maryborough
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- 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.
Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Health Support Services will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
Hospital Orderly
A Hospital Orderly assists with patient care and general tasks in a healthcare environment. You might help patients with showering or dressing or m...
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 ...
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...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
