Health Studies
A course by
Lifeskills
An entry-level certificate that develops person-centered support skills for work in the health and wellbeing sector, with a pathway to further study or support roles.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 3 months
This course requires 18 hours per week

Graduates will understand the roles and functions of support workers in the health and wellbeing sector.

Ability to provide person-centered care in accordance with current practices in the sector.

Skills in communication and reporting, including understanding workplace requirements for effective service delivery.
This certificate provides foundational skills and knowledge required to offer person-centered support across the health and wellbeing sector. It prepares graduates for entry-level roles in the field or progression to more advanced health and wellbeing qualifications. The programme includes theory, practical classwork, and a minimum of 80 hours of workplace experience in a health or wellbeing setting.
What you need to know first
16 years of age or over
Meet vaccination requirements if applicable
Interview process for acceptance

Health and wellbeing
Aged care
Disability services

Entry-level support worker in health and wellbeing sectors
Work in health or wellbeing-related settings
Health Studies
A course by
Lifeskills
An entry-level certificate that develops person-centered support skills for work in the health and wellbeing sector, with a pathway to further study or support roles.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 3 months
This course requires 18 hours per week

Graduates will understand the roles and functions of support workers in the health and wellbeing sector.

Ability to provide person-centered care in accordance with current practices in the sector.

Skills in communication and reporting, including understanding workplace requirements for effective service delivery.
This certificate provides foundational skills and knowledge required to offer person-centered support across the health and wellbeing sector. It prepares graduates for entry-level roles in the field or progression to more advanced health and wellbeing qualifications. The programme includes theory, practical classwork, and a minimum of 80 hours of workplace experience in a health or wellbeing setting.
What you need to know first
16 years of age or over
Meet vaccination requirements if applicable
Interview process for acceptance

Health and wellbeing
Aged care
Disability services

Entry-level support worker in health and wellbeing sectors
Work in health or wellbeing-related settings
Eligible under any Tertiary Education Commission Contract restrictions
For distance/blended: Access to a computer and internet
Sufficient English language competence (assessed upon enrolment)
Eligible under any Tertiary Education Commission Contract restrictions
For distance/blended: Access to a computer and internet
Sufficient English language competence (assessed upon enrolment)