South Metropolitan TAFE

HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This course will prepare you to become a health care worker. This is an active, physical career which provides assistance to healthcare staff and clients.

This course includes online study. Computers are available in SM TAFE libraries to assist those who don't have internet or a computer access. You will need to have basic computer skills to be able to complete this course.

Delivery mode

South Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 130 Murdoch Drive, Murdoch
  • Simpson Avenue, Rockingham
  • 2 Education Drive Greenfields

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
WA
  • WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with South Metropolitan TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable $0 Support may be available

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...

Avg yearly income $58,136
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

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

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...

Avg yearly income $54,912
Entry barriers Low

About South Metropolitan TAFE

South Metropolitan TAFE offers more than 300 qualifications, from foundation courses to apprenticeships and traineeships, to diplomas and skill sets. We have over 25,000 students across our Perth campuses and more students in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America through partnerships offshore.