
Institute of Health and Nursing Australia
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Develop a career across a range of areas by assisting health care professionals who will be providing care for patients in a hospital with a Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (HLT33115) at the Institute of Health and Nursing Australia.
This qualification covers workers in a range of work roles who provide assistance to health professional staff with the care of clients. Health Services Assistance involves the worker in direct client contact under supervision.
This qualification has been structured with elective groups for specific work functions in assisting in nursing work in acute care. In addition, the qualification supports the multiskilling requirements of smaller and rural/remote work settings.
Delivery mode
Institute of Health and Nursing Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
80 Hours- 597-599 Upper Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg Heights
- Level 2, 12 St Georges Terrace, Perth
- Level 5 & 6, 131 Queen Street, Melbourne
- Level 7, 33 Argyle Street, Parramatta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- A satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP).
- WWCC
- IHNA highly recommends students to complete the immunization process before the Professional Experience Placement start date as some facilities will not provide placement to student without immunisation.
Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW 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.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Biomedical Engineer
A Biomedical Engineer uses science and technology to develop equipment that can assist in the treatment of illnesses or help people to recover from...
Kennel Hand
A Kennel Hand attends to the daily duties involved in operating a boarding kennel. Your role might involve cleaning enclosures for dogs to stay in,...
Animal Shelter Attendant
An Animal Shelter Attendant helps care for animals that are lost, have been neglected or have been surrendered by their owners. You’ll care for the...
Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
An Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator develops policies and procedures to control infections in a workplace. You’ll identify potential in...
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...
About Institute of Health and Nursing Australia
We are the Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA), a healthcare training provider born out of the desire to create jobs and improve people’s lives. Since 2007 we’ve been dedicated to giving the best learning experience to over 17,500 students for a satisfying career in nursing, health, and community services.