Health Industry Training

Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice

The role of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers (ATSIHWs) is crucial to improving health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They play a vital role in the primary health care workforce, providing clinical and primary care for individuals, families and community groups.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers across Australia work in a variety of environments. While a large majority are employed in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) or the Government health sector, many also work within mainstream services such as general practices and other non-government organisations.

Projected five year employment growth to November 2023 is 14%. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker roles exist in metropolitan, regional and remote areas. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioners must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA). They may perform clinical roles within community controlled and mainstream health organisations. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner is a protected title under section 113 of the National Law.