There are many ways to begin your career with WA Health. You can choose an option that works for you and aligns with your interests, goals and strengths.
School-based Traineeship
School-based Traineeship allows you to earn an income while you complete Year 11 and 12 and develop skills in public administration and build a career pathway. On successful completion of a school-based traineeship you will receive a national or industry recognised qualification Certificate II in Government. WA Health recruits trainees from the Public Sector Traineeship Program.
Learn more by visiting School Based Traineeship (external site) at the Public Sector Commission.
Full-time Traineeship
Solid Futures Aboriginal Traineeship allows Aboriginal people between the ages of 16 years and 25 years to receive paid employment, formal training and support from First Nation mentors to complete a Certificate III in Government.
Learn more by visiting Solid Futures Aboriginal traineeship program (external site) at the Public Sector Commission.
Direct Employment Entry
Direct Employment Entry allows for you to apply for a job and start working straight away, either from school or from another workplace. For some roles, no prior qualifications or experience may be required, and training is provided on the job. This pathway is a practical way to begin working in WA Health while building skills and experience in the workplace.
These types of jobs can include, but are not limited to:
- Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer
- Administration Assistant
- Patient Support Assistant
- Hospital Cleaner
- Hospital Cook
- Patient Transport Driver
Learn more about these careers and explore occupation factsheets on the Aboriginal professions page.
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Vocational Education and Training (VET) focuses on practical, hands-on learning and is delivered across WA by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) including Aboriginal specific RTOs and TAFEs.
VET pathways can lead directly into employment, with some students securing jobs during or after completing their course. They can also provide a strong foundation for further study if you decide to continue your education later.\
These types of jobs can include, but are not limited to:
- Aboriginal Mental Health Worker
- Aboriginal Health Practitioner
- Dental Assistant
- Medical Administration Officer
Learn more about these types of jobs, and others on the Aboriginal professions page.
To explore health-related VET courses available at WA Aboriginal Register Training Organisations, visit the training providers listed below.
Aboriginal Registered Training Organisations
TAFE
University
University study provides pathways into many clinical and non-clinical roles in WA Health. Clinical professions include, but are not limited to, allied health, medicine, nursing and midwifery. There are also many non-clinical professions within the health sector in areas of strategic policy, business and finance, IT, legal, communications, program development, human resources and many more. If you are thinking about going to university there are multiple entry options. You can get into university through school-based pathways like ATAR, experience or portfolio, VET or diploma qualifications or Enabling/Bridging Courses. Scholarships may also be available to help you with study costs.
When choosing what to study think about what job you may like in the future and what skills or qualifications you will need.
Learn more about each university and the entry pathways you can take, courses they offer and support available below.
Curtin University
University of Western Australia
Edith Cowan University
Murdoch University
University of Notre Dame
More information
For more information on Metropolitan, regional and remote opportunities, please contact the Aboriginal Health Policy Directorate, Department of Health.
Email: Aboriginal.Health@health.wa.gov.au
Phone: (08) 6376 0519
Last reviewed: 17-09-2026