Government Funded Courses (WA)
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Government Funding Schemes in Western Australia
Jobs and Skills allows eligible WA students to enrol a range of training options including apprenticeships, traineeships, and industry qualifications.
JobTrainer Western Australia is a joint investment by the Australian government and the WA state government into the vocational education and training (VET) sector. Residents of Western Australia share in $104 million of new training opportunities from January 2021.
The Lower Fees, Local Skills program is an initiative of the Western Australian Government and the Department of Training and Workforce Development. Through this program, the state government of WA is heavily subsidising VET training courses in job growth areas and industry sectors that play an important role in diversifying the economy of WA.
Skills Checkpoint is a program offering career guidance and training options for older workers within Western Australia. It’s designed for people aged over 45 and it helps workers to stay in their current job role, transition to a new role at their workplace or find a whole new career path.
Government Funded Courses
CHC52015
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Intake Worker
Housing Officer
Social Worker
Welfare Worker
Family Support Worker
Senior Support Worker
Community Corrections Officer
Youth Justice Officer
Outreach Worker
Support Worker
Community Development Worker
The Diploma of Community Services is suitable for students seeking careers in community services, case management or social housing and delivering services to individuals, groups and communities. The Diploma qualification is divided into three specialisations, covering units of competency in Case Management, Social Housing and Statutory and Forensic Child, Youth and Family Welfare depending on the specialisation selected by the student. Learn more.
CHC43315
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Social Worker
Mental Health Worker
Family Support Worker
Peer Support Worker
Support Worker
Outreach Worker
The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) is for students wanting to work or volunteer providing support to people affected by mental illness or have a psychiatric disability. Students complete 15 units which focus heavily on foundation interpersonal skills such as building relationships, working collaboratively, and working with diverse cultural groups. Additionally, students graduate with practical skills and knowledge in trauma informed care, drug and alcohol issues affecting mental health and staying safe at work. To graduate and receive the qualification, each student must complete at least 80 hours of relevant work.
The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
FNS40217
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Accounts Officer
Bookkeeper
Accounts Receivable Officer
Payroll Officer
Assistant Accountant
The Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping is an ideal entry-level course for jobs in the accounting industry. Students learn the skills to perform modern bookkeeper tasks such as preparing and lodging activity statements, maintaining balance sheets, providing tax advice, and assisting with routine processes. Graduates will be able to make key decisions, work autonomously and apply specialist knowledge and skills in a range of industries and organisation types. Learn more.
HLT37315
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Therapy Aide
Medical Secretary
Medical Administrator
Practice Manager
Patient Liaison Officer
Dental Receptionist
Ward Clerk
Medical Receptionist
Admissions Clerk
A Certificate III in Health Administration is suitable for students already working as medical receptionists, admissions clerk or wards clerks or individuals seeking roles in hospitals, community health centres or private practices. Students will gain skills important skills including understanding and applying medical terminology, following organisational infection prevention and control procedures as well as working with a diverse range of people. Learn more.
CHC33015
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Home Carer
Disability Support Worker
Trainee Support Worker
Personal Carer
Aged Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker
Community Care Worker
Residential Care Worker
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) will assist personal and respite care workers to support and empower disabled persons. During the course students will gain the specialised skills required to communicate and work in health and community services including working with diverse people; working legally and ethically; and following safe work practices for direct client care. In addition to this students focus on persons with disabilities learning how to contribute to ongoing skills development while supporting community participation and social inclusion. Learn more.
HLT33015
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Allied Health Assistant
Medical Imaging Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapy Aide
A Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance will help you working in roles alongside Allied Health Professionals like Podiatrists, Physiotherapists, Medical Imaging Technicians or Occupational Therapists. You will gain skills in recognising healthy body systems, interpreting and applying medical terminology, understanding Allied Health Programs as well as infection prevention and control. Learn more.
BSB41419
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Workplace Health and Safety Officer
The BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration. Learn more.
CHC33015
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Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker
Aged Care Worker
Personal Carer
Trainee Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Home Carer
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will assist personal and respite care workers provide better support to older people and those living with dementia. The Australian Bureau of Statistics forecasts that within just a few decades, at least 20% of the Australian population will be aged 65 or older. This is putting massive pressure on the aged and community care industry to supply the country with enough qualified health care workers to provide the support and quality of care needed.. This qualification is an excellent introduction to the rapidly expanding aged care workforce in Australia.
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CHC51015
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Marriage Counsellor
Relationship Counsellor
Counsellor
Youth Crisis Counsellor
Youth Counsellor
Family Counsellor
Family Support Worker
Mental Health Worker
Student Counsellor
The Diploma of Counselling is suitable for students seeking careers as counsellors working with clients on personal and psychological issues using established counselling modalities. Students graduate ready to work in supported counselling roles in established agencies rather than in independent practice. Students will learn about communication, micro-counselling and interviewing skills and how to draw on varied counselling therapies to assist clients. Learn more.
CHC43115
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Disability Team Leader
Disability Service Officer
Lifestyle Coordinator
Residential Care Officer
Diversional Therapy Assistant
A Certificate IV in Disability CHC43115 is perfect for students seeking a career supporting and empowering clients with disabilities. This is a practical qualification and students graduate work-ready and able to provide individualised support, helping disabled clients become more active and included in public and community programs.
The Certificate IV in Disability CHC43115 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
HLT37215
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Pathology Collector
Phlebotomist
The Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215) is a hands-on qualification that prepares you for work in a pathology unit or testing centre. Over 6 months you will learn how to collect blood and other pathology samples — then prepare, record and despatch for testing. Choose electives from electrocardiography (ECG), first aid, recognising healthy body systems, drug and abuse testing.
Enquire now for the list of study units and electives, plus your eligibility for government funded training. Learn more.
HLT47315
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Practice Manager
Senior Clinical Coder
Patient Liaison Officer
Dental Receptionist
Ward Clerk
Medical Receptionist
Admissions Clerk
Dental Office Manager
Medical Secretary
Medical Administrator
A Certificate IV in Health Administration is suitable for individuals who work in a senior operational role or lead a team in health administration. Students will learn how to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology. Students will also gain leaderships skills in managing teams, human resources and recruitment. Learn more.
CHC33015
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Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker
Aged Care Worker
Personal Carer
Disability Support Worker
Trainee Support Worker
Home Carer
Care Coordinator
The Certificate III In Individual Support (CHC33015) is perfect for students wanting community service roles supporting the elderly, disabled, or other vulnerable people. Students graduate with the facts, techniques, procedures and practices required to deliver person-centred support. Students begin their learning with 7 core units that cover communication, ethics, interpersonal skills, as well personal safety. Students then complete another 6 electives to create any of 4 vocational outcomes, Ageing, Disability, Home and Community Care, Ageing and Home and Community Care.
The Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33015) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
CHC42015
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Housing Officer
Social Worker
Welfare Worker
Youth Worker
Family Support Worker
Community Development Worker
Case Manager
Outreach Worker
Youth Justice Officer
Community Corrections Officer
Senior Support Worker
A Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42015 is great for students seeking careers as community service workers. Students gain core interpersonal and relationship building skills as well as the knowledge to work legally and ethically in Australia. There is also scope within the qualification to pursue interest areas like mental health, suicide and bereavement support, domestic violence, and addictions.
The Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42015 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
SIT30616
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Kitchen Attendant
Concierge
Gaming Attendant
Cafe Attendant
Hotel Porter
Bar Attendant
Waiter
Hotel Receptionist
Catering Assistant
Barista
The Certificate III in Hospitality is perfect for students wanting to work at restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes or coffee shops. Students will gain skills essential to the hospitality industry including workplace hygiene and food safety, customer service and providing advice to visitors and diners. Learn more.
ICT40120
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Network Administrator
Cyber Security Specialist
Systems Engineer
The ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) is for IT technicians and programmers wanting to specialise in IT networks. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn the essentials of network scripting and programming, cyber security, and ICT fault resolution — as well as how to build LANS and enterprise wireless networks. The course also covers desktop environments, software deployment, and network documentation.
Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
HLT57715
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Ward Clerk
Patient Liaison Officer
Practice Manager
The Diploma of Practice Management is suitable for students seeking careers managing the operation of small to medium-sized health practices or dental clinics. Students gain a range of skills in health systems such as infection control, understanding medical terminology and health accounts billing. However students also learn a broad range of business skills in customer service, risk management, budgeting, finance and HRM. Learn more.
CHC33015
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Home Carer
Trainee Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Aged Care Worker
Personal Carer
Community Care Worker
Residential Care Worker
Home Care Assistance Worker
Join the rapidly growing aged care sector with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) (CHC33015). In this nationally recognised qualification you’ll be learning how to provide one-on-one support to the elderly — either in their homes or at an aged care facility. Study units cover: dementia, healthy body systems, ethics and legal compliance, communication and relationship building. The course is hands-on and you’ll be completing a work placement (3 weeks) to give you real-world experience and on-the-job training.
Enquire now for your free course guide and government funding opportunities. Learn more.
CHC50413
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Possible job outcomes:
Family Support Worker
Youth Worker
Child Safety Officer
Social Worker
Welfare Worker
Youth Support Worker
Youth Case Worker
Youth Justice Officer
Outreach Worker
Youth Crisis Counsellor
Youth Counsellor
A Diploma of Youth Work CHC50413 is perfect for students seeking a career supporting and mentoring young people. Students graduate with the skills and knowledge required to organise youth programs, activities, and events as well as assist youth in crisis or with mental health issues.
The Diploma of Youth Work CHC50413 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package. Learn more.
HLT43015
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Therapy Aide
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Nutrition Assistant
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Speech Pathologist Assistant
A Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43015 is for students wanting a career delivering therapeutic support to allied health professionals. This certificate gives students hands-on skills to recognise healthy body systems, confirm physical health status, and support people with chronic diseases and dementia.
The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43015 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Health Training Package. Learn more.
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