Healthcare Courses in Cairns

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Popular Healthcare Courses in Cairns

MSL40122

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

Estimated fee

$461 - $1,820

Duration

6 months - 3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

The Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques is an advanced program that focuses on refining students' laboratory skills and techniques, preparing them for roles that require greater responsibility and expertise. Through specialized training in data analysis, quality control, and advanced instrumentation, graduates will be equipped to undertake complex scientific investigations and contribute significantly to research and development projects across diverse industries.

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Laboratory Attendant

Laboratory Technician

Forensic Science Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician

Pathology Assistant

Pathology Collector

Estimated fee

$461 - $1,820

Duration

6 months - 3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health

Estimated fee

From $2,750

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

Secure a rewarding career in community service developing leisure and health programs with the Diploma of Leisure and Health (CHC53415). This nationally recognised diploma teaches you how to improve the psychological, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of marginalised, disabled, and isolated people. What could be better than a job that makes people happy? Choose elective units in disability, forced migration, dementia, mental health, working with elderly. Enquire now for the full list o...

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Diversional Therapy Assistant

Lifestyle Coordinator

Community Care Worker

Disability Support Worker

Community Development Worker

Care Coordinator

Estimated fee

From $2,750

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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HLT45021

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Estimated fee

From $719

Duration

5 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is for experienced dental assistants who are ready to take their career to the next level. This nationally recognised qualification helps you develop an advanced skill set that includes dental radiology, infection controls and sterilisation methods, sterilised stock control, anaesthesia and conscious sedation, business administration, oral health programs, fluoride treatments, construction of dental appliances, patient records management, using medical termi...

Career opportunities

Dental Assistant

Dental Technician

Oral Health Therapist

Dental Hygienist

Dental Nurse

Treatment Coordinator

Estimated fee

From $719

Duration

5 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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SIR40216

Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary

Estimated fee

Unknown

Duration

4 months - 12 months

Study mode

On Campus, Online, Traineeship

The SIR40216 Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary is the course you need to work at the chemist or drugstore dispensing prescriptions under a qualified pharmacist. Over 12 months of study you will learn how to assist customers with their prescriptions and accurately dispense pharmacy-only medicines. The course also covers infection controls, retail skills, and customer service. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.

Career opportunities

Dispensary Technician

Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacy Sales Assistant

Pharmacy Technician

Estimated fee

Unknown

Duration

4 months - 12 months

Study mode

On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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Course providers in Cairns

The following providers offer Healthcare courses in Cairns, Queensland.

Provider name

SPASA Training

RTO code

6235

Courses available

5

Provider name

Spectra Training

RTO code

21356

Courses available

8

Provider name

Career Training Institute

RTO code

21607

Courses available

6

Provider name

Australian Learning and Care

RTO code

45569

Courses available

25

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Aboriginal Health Care

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

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Aboriginal Health Worker

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

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Allied Health

Allied health training is designed for students looking for careers supporting physiotherapists, occupational therapists, radiographers and other health professionals.

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Medical Imaging Assistant

Allied Health Assistant

Anaesthetic Technician

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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, and lifestyle choices.

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Aromatherapist

Remedial Massage Therapist

Massage Therapist

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