TAFE Queensland
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Begin your career in the health sector with this mid-level qualification. This course is perfect for people looking to gain a broad overview of the healthcare system as well as knowledge unique to allied health specialties. The sector is undergoing strong job growth in Australia with more than 50,000 jobs expected to open in the next five years.
This course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to recognise healthy body systems, interpret and apply medical terminology, and assist in the rehabilitation of clients. Students can choose to undertake general electives or specialise in physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy. Our highly-experienced teaching staff are leaders in their field and will give you the guidance needed to succeed in your studies.
This course will qualify you to work as an assistant in your specialised allied health stream or give you the skills to undertake further studies in your field.
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.
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Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Diversional Therapy Assistants supports Diversional Therapists to run leisure and recreational programs for people living in residential care, or t...
Speech Pathologist Assistant
A Speech Pathology Assistant works with clients on programs that develop their communication skills. You’ll follow a program prepared by a speech p...
Nutrition Assistant
A Nutrition Assistant provides advice to clients to help them meet their nutritional needs. You’ll work under the guidance of a qualified nutrition...
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...
Therapy Aide
A Therapy Aide supports clients with the delivery of various therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology. You’ll work...
Allied Health Professional
An Allied Health Professional provides vital support in the healthcare system, working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to improve p...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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.
