Rehabilitation Assistant

Their duties often include assisting with therapeutic exercises, setting up equipment, monitoring patient progress, and providing encouragement and support throughout the rehabilitation process.

They work closely with healthcare teams to ensure patients follow prescribed treatment plans and maintain safe environments. Strong communication skills, empathy, and physical fitness are important, as the role involves direct patient contact and sometimes physical assistance.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a rehabilitation assistant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ACM40818

Certificate IV in Farriery

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $29,521
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Biomedical Science (Exercise and Health)

On Campus
3 years
$27,401
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS30215

Certificate III Personal Injury Management

Blended
12 months
$2,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Biomedical and Exercise Science

On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
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Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Sport Science

On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Communication and Swallowing Support)

Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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