Central Regional TAFE

HLT33015

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Allied health specialties are set to grow by 22% over the next 3 years, experiencing the second-highest growth across the health sector.

You will learn how to recognise healthy body systems, interpret and apply medical terminology, assist with an allied health program, and communicate and work in health or community services.

Successful completion of this course may qualify you to work as an assistant alongside allied health professionals, allowing you to specialise in dietetics, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech therapy, or podiatry services.

Delivery mode

Central Regional TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 34 Cheetham Street, Kalgoorlie
  • 173 – 175 Fitzgerald Street, Geraldton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Central Regional TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.

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...

Avg yearly income $66,040
Entry barriers Low

Medical Imaging Assistant

A Medical Imaging Assistant operates and maintains equipment such as x-ray machines or scanning equipment. You might perform scans according to the...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Therapy Aide

A Therapy Aide supports clients with the delivery of various therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology. You’ll work...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Allied Health Professional

An Allied Health Professional provides vital support in the healthcare system, working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to improve p...

Avg yearly income $74,464
Entry barriers Low

About Central Regional TAFE

Whatever your time in life, wherever you are in your career, whoever you want to be, however you want to get there. At Central Regional TAFE we will help you find your career, find your calling, find your start.

It all starts with short courses that give you a stepping stone, with qualifications that open doors right where you need them, with pathways towards degree courses and beyond. It all starts with teachers who know their field—and know how to share it well. It all starts with training programs developed for industry—and delivered alongside them. It all starts with flexible learning that meets you wherever you are—whatever your challenges. It all starts with a community of trainers and learners working together. It all starts with a fair chance—to make a go of the road you choose.

Because it is all about where you’re going. And it all starts when you choose Central Regional TAFE to help you get there. It all starts with options as big as our region — from Exmouth to Geraldton from Northam to Kalgoorlie — and then taking you anywhere in Australia or the world.