English for Healthcare and Nursing + Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Hospital Stream

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Overview

Charter Australia's Study and Work Program – Hospital Care Stream is an intensive 17-week course designed for those seeking a career in Australia’s acute care sector, including hospitals. This program combines Nursing English, a nationally recognised qualification in acute care, and Job Assistance Support, ensuring graduates are fully qualified and job-ready.

Through our Job Assist Program, we connect students with hospitals for employment as nursing assistants, providing a direct pathway into the healthcare workforce.

This stream comprises of following courses:

English for Healthcare and Nursing + Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the course will be qualified to work as a:

Health service assistant
Personal care assistant
Hospital orderly
Nurses assistant
Patient support assistant

2025 Intake Dates

Please refer to the Term Dates for the Study and Work Program.

13 January - 15 May

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22 April - 22 August

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28 July - 22 November

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13 October - 12 March 2026

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Overview

Study Period: 17 weeks

Units: 15

Requirements: 18+ and IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

Language: English

Work placement: 80 hours

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites or corequisites that are applicable to the units of competency selected within this course. For Charter Australia’s minimum entry requirements, please visit Entry Requirements page.

Program Duration

17 weeks of training/assessment including mandatory work placement and intensive healthcare english (criteria applies)
up to 36 weeks of paid work after graduation

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SWP Job Assist Program

Charter Australia bridges the gap between students and employers!

We consider our students' employment skills and opportunities an important part of their education; as such we offer our Job Assist Program for free to all students. The program allows students to be ready for job hunting through 2 services: