South Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) Engage in direct client contact, assisting with personal care, communication, mobility, and rehabilitation. Implement programs for client well-being, acting as an assistant to nurses. This course has a focus on mental health and includes units for the Assistant in Nursing Specialisation for acute care settings.Delivery mode
South Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
80 hours- 130 Murdoch Drive, Murdoch
- Simpson Avenue, Rockingham
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care) will prepare you for the following roles.
Nursing Assistant
A Nursing Assistant provides support to nursing staff in a hospital or healthcare facility. You’ll assist patients with tasks such as showering or...
Patient Care Assistant
A Patient Care Assistant provides help to patients during their stay in hospital or other healthcare setting. You might assist with feeding, bathin...
Hospital Attendant
A Hospital Attendant performs a range of general duties in a hospital environment. You might help with patient care by moving patients to other sec...
About South Metropolitan TAFE
South Metropolitan TAFE offers more than 300 qualifications, from foundation courses to apprenticeships and traineeships, to diplomas and skill sets. We have over 25,000 students across our Perth campuses and more students in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America through partnerships offshore.
