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Health Care Worker Courses in Whyalla

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 Whyalla?

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 Whyalla

The following providers offer Health Care Worker courses in Whyalla, South Australia.
Health Science Hub
52806
1
The College of Health and Fitness
30798
1
EPEC Education
45113
1
Academy of Training
91215
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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Health Care Worker careers

If you are looking to begin a rewarding career in the healthcare sector, you can explore the various Health Care Worker courses in Whyalla. This region offers 7 comprehensive courses designed to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge. Among the most popular beginner courses available are the Assist clients with medication HLTHPS006, and the Administer and Monitor Medications HLTHPS007. Both focus on essential medication handling, ensuring you are prepared to meet the needs of clients effectively.

Further enhancing your skillset in infection control is crucial in healthcare roles. Therefore, you might consider enrolling in courses like Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control HLTINF006 or Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures HLTINFCOV001. Additionally, the Infection Prevention and Control Skill Set HLTSS00083 provides a focused pathway for those aiming to specialise in this vital area.

For those who already possess experience or qualifications in the field, the Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies 52895WA is an excellent option to advance your career. Beyond the individual courses, the healthcare courses category, along with First Aid and Healthcare Support Services, comprehensively supports your journey in becoming a competent health care worker in Whyalla. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career today by exploring the range of health care worker courses available in your area.