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Health Care Worker Courses in Wagga Wagga

A Health Care Worker provides patient services across various settings, performing clinical tasks and supporting health professionals while ensuring effective communication and teamwork.

How do I become a Health Care Worker in Wagga Wagga?

Get qualified to work as a Health Care Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Wagga Wagga

The following providers offer Health Care Worker courses in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales.
Health Science Hub
52806
1
The College of Health and Fitness
30798
1
EPEC Education
45113
1
Academy of Training
91215
1
Riverina Community College
90133
1
Enable College
4849
1
Avondale University
91191
1
New Futures Training
21203
1
College Australia
31222
1
Benchmarque Group
21824
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Health Care Worker generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years and there are now 91,200 people in this role in Australia (this has increased from 85,500 five years ago). Health Care Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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To become a Health Care Worker, you could enrol in a Certificate III in Basic Health Care. You could also consider a course relevant to your career plans such as Perform Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation, Advanced CPR, Perform Venous Blood Collections, Administer and Monitor Medication or Perform Cardiography.

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Are you looking to start a rewarding career in the health sector? The range of Health Care Worker courses in Wagga Wagga provides you with the ideal opportunity to gain essential skills. For those new to the field, numerous beginner courses are available, such as Assist clients with medication HLTHPS006 and Administer and Monitor Medications HLTHPS007. These comprehensive programs are designed to prepare you for various roles within the healthcare industry, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge required to provide effective care.

In Wagga Wagga, several training providers offer these Health Care Worker courses, catering to different learning needs. For instance, if you're keen to understand infection control, consider enrolling in the Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control HLTINF006 course, or the Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures HLTINFCOV001 course. Such targeted training will help you become an essential member of the healthcare team in this thriving regional city.

For those with prior experience seeking to enhance their qualifications, the Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies 52895WA is an excellent choice. This advanced course will further develop your skills and open up new career prospects in Wagga Wagga’s healthcare sector. With a total of 7 diverse Health Care Worker courses available in the area, there is sure to be a programme that fits your professional aspirations and helps you make a meaningful impact in the community.