TAFE NSW
Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Gain the skills and experience to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People with high-quality and culturally safe healthcare services. Be part of an industry contributing to closing the gap and providing better health outcomes.
Delivery mode
TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 70 Widderson Street Port Macquarie
- 13 Janison Street, Tamworth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, must identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and be accepted within your community as evidenced by: A Confirmation of Aboriginality letter or alternative form of evidence of Aboriginality
Before your first day of class you must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and achieve a score of 12 across the five bands of literacy and 2 across one band of numeracy.
Completion requirements
A Working with Children Check (WWCC)
An Australian National Police Record Check (NPC)
Vaccination, occupational assessment and other screen requirements as stipulated in the NSW Ministry of Health
Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker works with Indigenous elders to monitor and improve their health. You might work in a health clinic or community cen...
Aboriginal Disability Worker
An Aboriginal Disability Worker works with Indigenous people with a disability to support them in their everyday lives. You might assist your clien...
Aboriginal Health Worker
An Aboriginal Health Worker provides a range of health care services to Aboriginal communities. You’ll work with other health care professionals to...
Aboriginal Community Care Worker
An Aboriginal Community Care Worker supports Indigenous people to improve their health and well-being. You might be involved with a particular prog...
About TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.
