HLT33115 | 095191B
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Start your career in the health industry with this entry-level course that will qualify you to work as an AIN.
Course overview
Get a head start in the health care sector with this entry-level qualification. This course is perfect for people looking for the foundation skills needed to assist in a diverse range of health care settings.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as nursing support and personal care workers is expected to grow strongly in the future. There are likely to be around 64,000 job openings expected in this industry over the next five years.
This course will give you the skills you need to comply with infection prevention and workplace health and safety (WHS), interpret and apply medical terminology, and recognise healthy body systems. You will also learn how to transport clients and carry out nursing assistant duties in a range of settings. Our highly experienced team of industry professionals will give you the support and one-on-one guidance you need to successfully transition into the health care sector.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN). It will also give you the foundation knowledge needed to undertake further studies in this field.
What can I do?
- Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
- Food Services Worker
Course outcome:
HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Industry standard facilities
Our learning spaces are more than just classrooms. Our simulated clinical labs are equipped with the latest in electric beds, ceiling and stand-alone hoists, hygiene chairs, and responsive PC-operated simulator mannequins. Theses working environments will prepare you for real-world situations while under the supervision of industry professionals.
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 8 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 80 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Caboolture
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On campus with some online
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03 Oct 2023
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6 months
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Full time up to 5 days per week
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Alexandra Hills
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time up to 5 days per week
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Loganlea
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time up to 5 days per week
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time up to 5 days per week
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Caboolture
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time up to 5 days per week
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Springfield
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days on campus and 1 virtual class per week
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Springfield
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days on campus and 1 virtual class per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Southport
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On campus with some online
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03 Oct 2023
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6 months
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Full time - On campus tutorial and mandatory residential school plus vocational placement
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Southport
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time - On campus tutorial and mandatory residential school plus vocational placement
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Sunshine Coast Health Institute
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time
Thursday, Friday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days on campus and 1 virtual class per week
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days on campus and 1 virtual class per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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7 months
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Full time 3 days per week 9.00am -3.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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7 months
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Full time 3 days per week 9.00am -3.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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7 months
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Full time: Tuesday 8.30am to 3.15pm, Wednesday 8.30am to 4.00pm. Zoom session Thursday 12.15pm to 2.15pm
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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7 months
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Full time: Tuesday 8.30am to 3.15pm, Wednesday 8.30am to 4.00pm. Zoom session Thursday 12.15pm -2.15pm
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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Ipswich
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On Campus
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29 Jan 2024
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4 terms
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Part time 1 day per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Sunshine Coast Health Institute
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Online self-directed
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22 Jan 2024
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4 terms
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Part time - Upgrade from Certificate II in Health Support Services
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Toowoomba
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On Campus
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29 Jan 2024
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4 terms
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Part time 1 day per week
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Ipswich
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Traineeship
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Springfield
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Traineeship
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Southport
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Traineeship
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Toowoomba
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Traineeship
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Cairns
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Traineeship
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Townsville - Pimlico
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Traineeship
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday,Thursday,Friday
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday,Thursday,Friday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday,Thursday,Friday
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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