Study & Career Pathways
Further study options
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Certificate III in Individual Support (aged care and disability)
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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
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Diploma of Nursing (DIV2 nurse)
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Advanced Diploma of Health Science
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Bachelor of Nursing (DIV1 nurse); Nursing; Midwifery; Paramedical Science
Potential career paths
Allied health care professional ; Aged care or disability worker; Nurse ; Paramedic; Midwife
Program Delivery
This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.
Contributes four units of credit into the Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care and Disability) or the Diploma of Nursing
Location: Fed TAFE, Horsham
Contact: Wednesdays during school terms 9:20am to 3:20pm
Work Placement
20 hours (1 week) is strongly recommended by VCAA
Clothing & Equipment
Fed TAFE polo top (available after census date) to be worn each week and for SWL placement. Further information at Induction Day or in the Fed TAFE Student Handbook. Own laptop and USB to be brought to class each week.
Materials Fee
Paid for by Department of Education for Government students. Independent and Catholic students to discuss with your school VET Co-ordinator
Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.
CERTIFICATE II IN HEALTH SUPPORT SERVICES
COURSE CODE: HLT23221
Fed TAFE (RTO Code 4909)
What will you learn?
Take the first step into your career in the health industry. This program will provide you with the work skills and knowledge to enhance your career prospects and to provide assistance to healthcare professionals. It is taught within our dedicated classrooms and simulated practical worklabs on campus and includes training in first aid, infection control, work health and safety, communication, working with diverse people, and other nursing related care units.
Note: A transition to HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance is currently being considered for this program, subject to RTO and governance approval. If approved, students commencing in 2027 will begin AHA from Year 1. Current (2026) HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services students will receive individual advice about how the transition may affect their study pathway, including credit for completed units and assessment options. The proposed program would provide a partial completion of the Certificate III over two years and include the opportunity for scored assessment for eligible VCE students.
Further information will be provided to schools and students once a final decision has been made.
