Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
Start your journey in Community health.
Build the skills to care for Mob in ways that matter.
COURSE CODE
HLT40221
At a glance
Location
23 Sackville St,Collingwood
Duration
12 months
(3 days per month)
Class type
Face-to-face classes held three days per month, 9am to 5pm.
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Course Overview
Health care starts with trust, understanding and connection.
The Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care gives you the skills to support Mob’s health and wellbeing at the Community level. You’ll learn how to work alongside health professionals, support prevention and education efforts, and provide practical care for people of all ages.
This course is ideal for those looking to take the first step into health work, including outreach, health promotion and clinical support roles. It’s a hands-on, culturally safe introduction to the Aboriginal health sector – and a strong foundation for further study or employment.
Who is this course deadly for?:
Mob just getting started in Aboriginal Healthcare who want to become a:
- Aboriginal Health Support Worker
- Health Support Worker
- Allied Health Assistant
- Aged Care Assistant
These entry level roles are often based in ACCOs, health clinics, outreach programs or hospitals in the City, Regional Towns or out bush in Remote Areas.
Course Details
How you will learn
This course combines classroom learning with real-world experience:
- Face-to-face classes and group discussions
- Practical learning and simulated health tasks
- Workshops led by industry experts, including Elders and Community leaders
Clinical placement
No formal work placement required. However, for some assessments you may need to demonstrate your skills in a clinical workplace.
Further study pathways
Graduates may continue their studies with:
- HLT40221 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
- HLT40121 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Course fees
Assessment methods may include:
- Written tasks
- Simulated practical tasks
- Case studies
- Projects
- Questionnaires
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- support health professionals in providing culturally safe care
- assist with Community health education and promotion activities
- use effective communication in a healthcare setting
- work as part of a multidisciplinary health team
- support the safe use of medication
- apply knowledge of social and cultural determinants of health.
Course fees
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in Victoria can access the Aboriginal access fee waiver – no tuition fees required.
Travel and accommodation costs may be subsidised through the AbStudy funding program if you’re eligible.
See Yagilaith Djerring course fees for more information.
Course Structure
To graduate, you must complete 15 required units of competency – 9 core and 6 electives:
Core Units
CORE UNIT NAME
CORE UNIT CODE
- Communicate and work in health or community services CHCCOM005
- Work legally and ethically CHCLEG001
- Support clients to access health services HLTAADV001
- Recognise healthy body systems HLTAAP001
- Assist with health assessments HLTAHCS002
- Work under instructions to support the safe use of medications HLTAMED001
- Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health support role HLTAWOR001
- Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control HLTINF006
- Participate in workplace health and safety HLTWHS001
Elective Units
ELECTIVE UNIT NAME
ELECTIVE UNIT CODE
- Support the safe use of medications HLTAMED002
- Administer medications HLTAMED003
- Provide first aid – delivered externally HLTAID011
- Work with diverse people CHCDIV001
- Provide healthy lifestyle information HLTAHPR006
Why study at Yagilaith Djerring?
Self-determined
training
Training is co-designed with ACCOs and the Aboriginal health sector to ensure your learning is connected to current sector needs.
Expert
educators
Subject matter experts with current industry experience and Community leaders will shape your learning.
Support every
step of the way
A dedicated support team will walk with you throughout your journey – from enrolment to graduation.
Culturally safe
learning
Training that respect and reflects your cultural identity and lived experience.
Entry Requirements
Below are the entry requirements for this course:
To enrol, you must:
- be 18 years or older at the time of enrolment
- complete a Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-training Review (PTR)
- have wide-ranging skills and knowledge about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of living
- have basic digital skills, including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
You must also be:
- working or volunteering in a relevant role providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, or
- working or volunteering for an Aboriginal health organisation, or
- able to access an appropriate workplace to complete practical assessments.
You may also need to provide evidence of the following documents:
- a National Police Clearance
- a Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- evidence of some vaccinations – including influenza (flu) and COVID -19.
If you’ve completed similar units or gained relevant skills through work or study, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer. Our team can guide you through this process during enrolment.
This training is delivered under the Skills First Program and may be free for eligible students.
Eligibility is assessed individually before enrolment, and tuition fees may vary depending on your circumstances.
Additional Information
Yagilaith Djerring (RTO No. 20739) is responsible for the quality of training, assessment and the issuing of nationally recognised certification.
Completion of this course does not guarantee employment.
Yagilaith Djerring supports inclusive education and welcomes learners from all backgrounds, including people with a disability.
Are you ready to kickstart your career in Aboriginal health?
Submit your Expression of Interest and take the first step towards a future in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health care – grounded in Culture, connection and care.
