Queensland

Healthcare Courses in Cairns

Browse healthcare courses in Cairns.

Courses for beginners

There are 90 courses available in Cairns Queensland for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

SIS30321 & SIS40221

Dual Certificate III in Fitness & Certificate IV in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 30 months
$0 - $6,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Coach Fitness Instructor Personal Trainer
Gym Instructor Wellness Coach
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Health Coach Fitness Instructor Personal Trainer Gym Instructor Wellness Coach + 2 more
HLT37215

Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Blended
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Blood Collector Venipuncturist Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD)
Phlebotomist Pathology Collector
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Blood Collector Venipuncturist Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD) Phlebotomist Pathology Collector + 2 more
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Blended, Online
12 months
$7,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ward Assistant Hospital Orderly Nursing Assistant
Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ward Assistant Hospital Orderly Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant + 4 more
HLT33021

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Allied Health Assistant Medical Imaging Assistant Patient Services Assistant
Hospital Orderly Pathology Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Physiotherapy Assistant Community Rehabilitation Worker Ophthalmic Technician
+ 7 more
HLT37315

Certificate III in Health Administration
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ward Clerk Medical Receptionist Admissions Clerk
Dental Receptionist Patient Liaison Officer Medical Secretary Health Administrator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ward Clerk Medical Receptionist Admissions Clerk Dental Receptionist Patient Liaison Officer Medical Secretary Health Administrator + 4 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Courses for experienced learners

There are 189 courses available in Cairns Queensland for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health
Online
12 - 18 months
$2,900 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Worker Outreach Worker Peer Support Worker
Mental Health Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Worker Outreach Worker Peer Support Worker Mental Health Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker + 3 more
CHC51015

Diploma of Counselling
Online
12 - 36 months
$5,788 - $9,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Counsellor Rehabilitation Counsellor Counsellor
Grief Counsellor Addiction Counsellor
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Counsellor Rehabilitation Counsellor Counsellor Grief Counsellor Addiction Counsellor + 2 more
HLT57715

Diploma of Practice Management
Online
12 - 24 months
$4,100 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Practice Manager Patient Liaison Officer Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
Healthcare Manager Health Administrator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Practice Manager Patient Liaison Officer Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Healthcare Manager Health Administrator + 2 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Online
9 months
$3,000 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellness Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator
Program Coordinator Community Support Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellness Coordinator Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Program Coordinator Community Support Worker + 2 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Online
12 - 24 months
$5,788 - $7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Worker Care Coordinator Case Manager
Youth Case Worker Mental Health Case Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Worker Care Coordinator Case Manager Youth Case Worker Mental Health Case Manager + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Course providers in Cairns

The following providers offer healthcare courses online courses in Cairns Queensland.
The Institute of Applied Psychology
70206
4
Hader Institute of Education
45162
2
Upskilled
40374
5
Australian College
91110
2
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
32363
2
Onfit Training College
32107
1
Fitness Education Online
45428
1
Women's Fitness Education
45428
1
Australian Fitness Academy
21062
1
Australian Paramedical College
32513
4
TrainSmart Australia
51771
3
Health Courses Australia
32412
3
Australian Careers Business College
90271
1
Foundation Education
22557
13
KARBEN Training Solutions
91167
1
College for Adult Learning
22228
3
Q Academy
31896
3
Phillips Institute
21868
2
Demi International
32542
1
Australian Vocational Academy
0826
3
Engineering Institute of Technology
51971
2
National Institute of Beauty
46214
1
Ulleo
2
The College of Health and Fitness
30798
3
South Regional TAFE
52790
2
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
0452
2
TAFE NSW
90003
10
UNE Partnerships
6754
1
Yorke Institute
22040
1
Box Hill Institute
4687
2
SWC Training
4567
5
South Metropolitan TAFE
52787
4
The Cunningham Centre
1627
1
TAFE Queensland
0275
9
Safety Direct Solutions
51632
1
Pivotal Education
90272
1
GOTAFE
3094
1
College Australia
31222
2
Atherton State High School
30220
1
Australian Food Training Centre
40094
1
SDS Training
32505
2
UQ Skills
1511
1
Axial International College
2437
1
Volt Edge
32137
1
North Regional TAFE
52788
2
Health Industry Training
32145
2
Blue Stone Medical
32117
1
Frontier Education
110080
1
Technical Education Development Institute
22300
1
Klepper Training Academy
45075
1
Group314
91508
4
FIT College
31903
1
Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (SA Branch)
40064
2
Red Cross
3605
1
Cornzal
31663
1
Skills Network
41410
4
National Institute of Construction Skills
30048
1
TDT Training Australia
6855
1
Fitness Institute
32089
2
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
45241
4
University of New England
7
Australian Nursing and Training Services
41231
1
Benchmarque Group
21824
9
Meditech Training College
45660
1
College of Therapy Yoga and Zen Shiatsu
45020
1
Health Science Hub
52806
1
EPEC Education
45113
3
Academy of Training
91215
1
Health Education and Research Centre
40736
2
Health Information Management Association of Australia
91660
1
TalentMed
22151
3
eHealth Education
32279
2
Australian Breastfeeding Association
21659
1
Down to Earth Training and Assessing
51199
1
Deakin University
10
University of South Australia
3
Charles Darwin University
0373
5
Endeavour College of Natural Health
31489
3
The University of Adelaide
4
University of Technology Sydney
9
Swinburne University of Technology
3059
3
Central Queensland University
40939
18
Torrens University Australia
41343
6
La Trobe University
13
Charles Sturt University
14
James Cook University
17
University of Southern Queensland
12
EQUALS International
3492
1
Enable College
4849
1
Avondale University
91191
1
New Futures Training
21203
1
Victoria University
3113
11
University of Tasmania
7
Alphacrucis University College
90525
2
Southern Cross University
3
Spectrum Training
2441
1
Edith Cowan University
4756
7
The University of Newcastle
6
Monash University
5
Australian National University
2
University of Canberra
2
Federation University
4909
19
RMIT University
3046
2
University of New South Wales
3
Western Sydney University
6
The University of Notre Dame Australia
0064
8
The University of Queensland
7
Australian Catholic University
11
Queensland University of Technology
3
Griffith University
8
The University of Sydney
3
Curtin University
1
The University of Melbourne
6
University of the Sunshine Coast
1
Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser
90094
1
AMA Training Services
2010
1
Gold Training
40515
1
Advanced Heavy Vehicle Driver Training
31359
1
Australian College of Disability and Community Services
41475
1
Essential Skills Training and Recruitment
91729
1
Australian College of Community Services and Care
45361
2
Train Now
45627
2
WEA Sydney
90194
1
Canberra Institute of Technology
0101
1
Simple Solutions Training Services
45716
3
Pinnacle Safety and Training
40496
1
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
122206
1
Eva Burrows College
0328
1
Early Childhood Training & Resource Centre
90331
1
Sydney School of Business and Technology
90438
1
Atkinson Child Care College
91239
1
Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies
30693
1
Horizon2
40932
1
ACE Community Colleges
90032
1
Australis College
31518
1
Mayfield Education
3938
1
Fire And Safety Australia
22250
1
Melbourne Polytechnic
3075
1
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
51373
1
Australasian College of Health and Wellness
3
AlertForce
91826
1
Aveling
50503
1
Australian Industrial Trainers, Assessors and Consultants
3591
2
Queensland Transport and Logistics Training
40931
2
Railtrain
52221
2
Accell
32213
1
ACTA Group
45370
1
Grayclay
45101
1
MSA Training and Professional Development
21526
1
Royal College of Healthcare
31994
1
Angel Institute of Education
22115
1
National Skills
45438
1
Firefox Training
45700
1
Australian College of Training
51269
1
Alffie
41206
1
Ballistic Training Solutions
41097
1
Astra Group Services
31544
1
Global Training Institute
31192
1
Australian Institute of Family Counselling
88037
1

Study areas

Allied Health

Allied health assistance courses are designed for students looking for careers in healthcare. These online courses focus on the skills you need for qu...

Career opportunities Medical Imaging Assistant Allied Health Assistant Anaesthetic Technician Anaesthetist Cardiac Technologist Mental Health Support Worker Speech Pathologist Chiropractor Paediatric Occupational Therapist Osteopath Neuromuscular Therapist Hand Therapist Nutritional Therapist Genetic Counsellor Mental Health Social Worker Aged Care Social Worker Healthcare Social Worker Hospital Social Worker Palliative Care Social Worker Exercise Physiologist Sports Therapist Exercise Scientist Cardiac Technician Allied Health Professional Hospital Scientist Rehabilitation Consultant Cardiac Scientist Exercise Physiotherapist Health Informatician Global Health Advisor Respiratory Therapist Speech Therapist Paediatric Speech Pathologist Vision Therapist View all

Dentistry

Learn critical skills in areas like dental assistance, radiography, and oral health promotion, while also acquiring leadership and management expertis...

Career opportunities Oral Health Therapist Dental Hygienist Dental Technician Dental Assistant Prosthetic Technician Dental Nurse Dental Prosthetist Dental Lab Assistant Dentist Treatment Coordinator Orthodontist Periodontist Endodontist Prosthodontist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Paediatric Dentist View all

Medical Administration

Streamline healthcare services with a qualification in medical administration, ideal for roles in various medical settings including doctor's offi...

Career opportunities Patient Liaison Officer Practice Manager Medical Receptionist Dental Receptionist Ward Clerk Admissions Clerk Dental Office Manager Clinical Coder Medical Secretary Clinic Administrator Health Administrator Primary Health Organisation Manager Clinical Research Coordinator Healthcare Manager Clinical Research Manager Health Information Manager Epidemiologist Health Economist Hospital Administrator Clinical Manager Health Service Manager Healthcare Consultant View all

Massage

Transform lives through massage therapy, focusing on healing techniques for injuries and enhancing overall well-being.

Career opportunities Remedial Massage Therapist Massage Therapist Shiatsu Massage Therapist Osteopath View all

Healthcare Support Services

Healthcare support workers are the behind the scenes champions who provide one-on-one patient care as well as critical cleaning, nursing support, and ...

Career opportunities Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Hospital Orderly Ward Assistant Sterilisation Technician Health Care Worker Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator Community Educator Breastfeeding Counsellor Medical Administrator Public Health Officer Community Health Liaison Health Educator Public Health Researcher Health Promotion Officer Epidemiologist Public Health Consultant Health Advisor Health Services Manager Clinical Trial Coordinator Healthcare Project Manager Clinical Educator Clinical Data Manager Health Manager Wellness Coordinator Dermatology Assistant Medical Assistant Public Health Analyst Telehealth Coordinator Emergency Management Coordinator Health Consultant Clinical Supervisor Clinical Facilitator View all

Podiatry

Learn to improve lives through podiatry, specialising in patient care for foot and ankle health. Gain skills in injury management, chronic pain, and s...

Career opportunities Podiatrist

Physiotherapy

Discover how you can transform lives through physiotherapy, specialising in understanding and treating conditions like arthritis, strokes, and sports ...

Career opportunities Therapy Aide Myotherapist Physiotherapy Assistant Rehabilitation Nurse Physiotherapist Sports Physiotherapist Community Physiotherapist Neurological Physiotherapist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist View all

Pharmacy

Embark on a rewarding Pharmacy career, gaining expertise in medication management and patient care.

Career opportunities Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Sales Assistant Dispensary Technician Pharmacist Pharmaceutical Engineer Community Pharmacist Pharmacy Manager Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Clinical Research Coordinator Pharmaceutical Scientist Medical Chemist Clinical Pharmacist Medicinal Chemist Oncology Pharmacist View all

Nutrition and Dietetics

Become a nutritionist or dietician and help others to create healthier lifestyles starting with an accredited nutrition and dietician course.

Career opportunities Health Coach Dietitian Nutrition Assistant Weight Loss Consultant Diabetes Educator Dietetic Assistant Nutritional Therapist Sports Nutritionist Nutrition Advisor Nutritionist Nutrition Scientist Public Health Nutritionist Community Nutritionist Clinical Dietitian Sports Dietitian View all

Radiography and Medical Imaging

Learn to make a real difference in healthcare through Radiography and Medical Imaging courses, specialising in critical diagnostic techniques for dive...

Career opportunities Medical Imaging Assistant Radiographer Radiologist Sonographer Medical Imaging Technologist Radiation Therapist Medical Physicist Radiation Safety Officer Nuclear Medicine Technologist MRI Technologist PET Technologist Mammographer Radiology Technician View all

Occupational Therapy

Transform lives as an occupational therapist, specialising in patient rehabilitation, wellness, and healthcare support.

Career opportunities Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Occupational Therapist Paediatric Occupational Therapist Hand Therapist View all

Alternative Health and Holistic Medicine

Learn more about human physiology while empowering your patients to contribute to their own wellbeing through better nutrition, spiritual practices, a...

Career opportunities Aromatherapist Remedial Massage Therapist Massage Therapist Myotherapist Shiatsu Massage Therapist Remedial Yoga Therapist Natural Therapist Ayurvedic Practitioner Reflexology Therapist Acupuncturist Herbalist Naturopath Clinical Hypnotherapist View all

Nursing

Gain the qualifications for a nursing career in Australia or abroad with these nationally recognised courses.

Career opportunities Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse Mental Health Nurse First Aider Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Rehabilitation Nurse Clinical Nurse Specialist Acute Care Nurse Critical Care Nurse Perioperative Nurse Renal Care Nurse Remote Area Nurse School Nurse Nurse Unit Manager Nurse Practitioner Midwife Registered Nurse Director Of Nursing Nurse Educator Paediatric Nurse Emergency Nurse Oncology Nurse Occupational Health Nurse Palliative Care Nurse General Practice Nurse Community Health Nurse IVF Nurse Surgical Nurse Research Nurse Nurse Manager Clinical Nurse Consultant Home Care Nurse Intensive Care Nurse Neonatal Nurse Cardiac Nurse Anaesthetic Nurse Nurse Midwife Trauma Nurse Triage Nurse Recovery Nurse Psychiatric Nurse Clinical Facilitator View all

Medical Technician

Gain nationally recognised qualifications in medical technology, learning essential skills for sample collection and analysis, guided by experienced h...

Career opportunities Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector Phlebotomist Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Laboratory Supervisor Senior Technical Officer Cardiac Technologist Biomedical Technician View all

Audiology

Whether you want to help people communicate, improve their speech or test clients’ hearing, audiology offers numerous opportunities.

Career opportunities Speech Pathologist Assistant Audiometrist Audiologist Paediatric Audiologist View all

Aboriginal Health Care

Begin a rewarding career in Aboriginal health care, improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Career opportunities Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker View all

Aromatherapy

Whether you’re curious about the healing properties of essential oils or want to start your own professional aromatherapy practice there is a course h...

Career opportunities Aromatherapist

Cosmetic Surgery

Enhance your nursing expertise in the dynamic field of cosmetic medicine and surgery, specialising in cutting-edge dermal and laser therapies.

Career opportunities Cosmetic Nurse

Optician

Embark on a career as an optician, where your expertise in eye care will directly enhance people's lives.

Career opportunities Optical Dispenser Orthoptist Optometrist Ophthalmic Technician Pediatric Optometrist View all

Pathology

Embark on a meaningful career in pathology, gaining expertise in diagnostic techniques that are crucial for healthcare.

Career opportunities Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector Phlebotomist Medical Laboratory Scientist Medical Laboratory Technician Medical Researcher Clinical Researcher Clinical Research Associate Clinical Research Coordinator Medical Scientist Pathologist Immunologist Geneticist Cytologist Clinical Scientist Hospital Scientist Clinical Pathologist Medical Technologist Histotechnologist Blood Collector Venipuncturist View all

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Does your job require you to screen people for the presence of drugs and alcohol in their body? Find approved courses you need to legally (and accurat...

Career opportunities Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD)

Ambulance and Paramedic

Are you looking for a career as medic or emergency first responder? Here online you’ll find the nationally recognised qualifications that ambulance dr...

Career opportunities Emergency Medical Technician Aviation Medic Patient Transport Officer Industrial Medic Australian Defence Force Medic Emergency Medical Dispatcher Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Volunteer Ambulance Driver Ambulance Service Paramedic Critical Care Paramedic Paramedic Intensive Care Paramedic Emergency Response Specialist Flight Paramedic Ambulance Transport Attendant View all

First Aid

Looking for a workplace approved First Aid course or CPR certificate? Here online you’ll find the Australian First Aid courses you need to work as a m...

Career opportunities First Aider Health Care Worker Swimming Instructor

Psychology

Gain skills to improve mental well-being and impact lives. Specialise in areas like clinical psychology and counselling.

Career opportunities Counsellor Music Therapist Art Therapist Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Community Psychologist Counselling Psychologist Educational Psychologist Forensic Psychologist Health Psychologist Academic Psychologist Sports Psychologist Child Psychologist Registered Psychologist Research Psychologist Occupational Psychologist Organisational Psychologist Mental Health Practitioner Mental Health Worker Behaviour Support Specialist Behaviour Therapist Family Therapist Criminal Psychologist Developmental Psychologist School Psychologist Neuropsychologist Behavioural Psychologist EAP Psychologist Psychological Researcher Mental Health Case Manager Social Psychologist Mental Health Advocate View all

Naturopathy

Learn how to transform your passion for natural healing into a fulfilling career with courses in naturopathy, including acupuncture, aromatherapy, and...

Career opportunities Aromatherapist Remedial Massage Therapist Shiatsu Massage Therapist Myotherapist Remedial Yoga Therapist Natural Therapist View all

Medicine

Whether you want to work directly with patients or be more involved in research or public health policy, this sector can take you in a range of exciti...

Career opportunities General Practitioner Surgeon Dermatologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Medical Practitioner Medical Researcher Clinical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Technician Medical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Analyst Laboratory Assistant Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Manager Laboratory Scientist Laboratory Supervisor Medical Laboratory Scientist Neurologist Medical Scientist Immunologist Geneticist Molecular Geneticist Epidemiologist Medical Advisor Medical Science Liaison Career Medical Officer (CMO) Endocrinologist View all

Midwifery

Become a trained midwife and lead a rewarding career supporting pregnant women and their babies.

Career opportunities Midwife Clinical Midwifery Specialist Midwifery Educator Nurse Midwife Lactation Consultant Doula View all

Oncology

Acquire skills in patient support, advanced treatment techniques, and research, opening pathways to meaningful roles in healthcare and patient recover...

Career opportunities Oncologist Medical Oncologist Radiation Oncologist

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Embark on a fulfilling career in obstetrics and gynaecology, offering expertise in women's health, prenatal care, and childbirth.

Career opportunities Obstetrician Gynaecologist IVF Specialist

More about healthcare courses in Cairns

Cairns, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant community, is also an emerging hub for healthcare education. With a variety of options available, whether you're just starting your journey or looking to advance your skills, you'll find numerous healthcare courses in Cairns. From beginner courses like the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance to advanced qualifications like the Diploma of Community Services (Case Management), students can gain the necessary skills to succeed in the healthcare industry.

For those who are new to the healthcare sector, there are beginner-friendly courses available in Cairns. The Certificate II in Health Support Services and the Provide First Aid course are excellent options. These courses not only equip students with foundational knowledge but also provide practical skills. Moreover, interested learners can take courses such as Provide Basic Emergency Life Support or Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to enhance their employability in various roles.

Cairns is home to several reputable training providers, including CTA, which offers the Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care. Other providers such as Federation Academy, Red Cross, and TAFE Queensland also contribute to a vibrant learning environment, offering a wide range of courses that cater to various career paths in healthcare.

As you progress in your healthcare studies, you may consider pursuing roles such as Health Coach, Paramedic, or Nutrition Advisor. With the right qualifications from courses in Cairns, you can access career opportunities that promote well-being and health within your community. Advanced courses such as the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) or the Bachelor of Psychological Science can pave the way for specialised positions in healthcare.

Explore specific study areas including First Aid and Physiotherapy to tailor your learning experience and enhance your qualifications. With a wealth of options and support from local providers, you are well-equipped to embark on a fulfilling career in the healthcare field right here in Cairns. Start your journey today by browsing through the extensive selection of healthcare courses available in this beautiful coastal city.

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