National ID: HLT23215 | State ID: AYY2
Open the door to a career in health
The Certificate II in Health Support Services will enable you to work in the health or aged care sector in a variety of different environments such as a hospital assistant, patient services assistant, catering staff, cleaner, gardener, stores person and ward assistant.
Throughout the course, you will gain the knowledge and hands-on practical skills to work effectively with others in a team environment, communicate in the workplace and apply workplace health and safety and infection control practices. In addition, you will gain a range of skills that will enable you to work as a member of a team that provides support for the effective functioning of health services.
Gain these skills
- Develop sound communication skills
- Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting
- Handle food safely
- Prepare and maintain beds
- Transport individuals
- Undertake routine stock maintenance including linen supplies
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
Hospital Orderly | Wardsperson | Patient Services Assistant | Nursing Support Worker | Personal Care Assistant
Other job titles may include:
- Health Services Assistant | Health Support Services Worker
- Institutional Cook | Kitchen Attendant
- Food Services Deliverer
- Housekeeping Attendant
- Hospital Maintenance Worker
Further Study Option(s)
Certificate II in Health Support Services
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care)
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Course overview
View this course on South Regional TAFE's website
- Not competitive
- No selection criteria
Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
---|---|---|---|
Albany | One semester | No | No selection criteria |
Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.
Page last updated May 06, 2024