TAFE Queensland
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take the next step in your career with this intermediate-level course in primary health care, and learn how to make a difference in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. With a qualification in primary health care you will be equipped to positively impact on the lives of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people living in remote areas, through health promotion. The health care sector is experiencing strong growth, with current research highlighting the merits of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.
This course will see you gain the skills to work with patients, clients, and visitors to hospitals and health clinics, and assist in arranging, coordinating and providing health care in community health clinics. Our core units will teach you to provide first aid, perform health assessments, and provide nutritional guidance for specific health care outcomes. With elective units in intervention and support for alcohol and drug impact, and care strategies for chronic health conditions, there is sure to be an area of community health that you are passionate about. TAFE Queensland's experienced teachers will provide you with resources specific to individual learning styles, and the one-on-one support necessary to succeed in your studies.
Successful completion of this course will expand your employment opportunities, qualifying you as a community care worker in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
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 IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
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 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...
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.
