Community and Health Sciences

A career in community services is your opportunity to make a positive difference in society. Professionals work with respect and passion, and an ongoing desire to improve the lives of those around them. If you are interested in making your mark, attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the Diploma of Community Services offered at Holmesglen. Our sessions are facilitated by Social Science teachers and will cover the application process, contact hours, course structure and career opportunities. Attendees will have time to ask questions and speak one-on-one with a Social Science teacher. We'll also be accepting applications on the night, so you can apply on the spot for our upcoming intake.

A career in community services is your opportunity to make a positive difference in society. Professionals work with respect and passion, and an ongoing desire to improve the lives of those around them. If you are interested in making your mark, attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services offered at Holmesglen. Our sessions are facilitated by Social Science teachers and will cover the application process, contact hours, course structure and career opportunities. Attendees will have time to ask questions and speak one-on-one with a Social Science teacher. We'll also be accepting applications on the night, so you can apply on the spot for our upcoming intake.

Do you want to make a valuable contribution to the lives of people with a disability? Are you passionate about empowerment, advocacy, and inclusion? This session will provide you with information about the CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability, the Nationally Accredited course for Disability Support Workers. You will also get information about our short course, Introduction National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and what it means to work with individuals who participate in the scheme. Visit us on Open Day to come and talk to us about how we can assist you to discover the skills and knowledge you need to become a qualified Disability Support Worker. Join us for a presentation, by our experienced trainers, highlighting course information, placement opportunities, and pathway options.

Passionate about helping individuals who require support due to aging, disability and other reasons? This session will provide you with information about how we can help you provide person-centred support to those who need it. Join us for this presentation and discover the rewards of working with older persons, the benefits of our industry connections and details of our Individual Support course.

A career as an allied health professional is about making your lasting mark in the healthcare sector. With health our most precious commodity, the need for skilled workers is important within any society. Help make your positive contributions to an in-demand field while building a strong knowledge base and furthering your career options. Visit us on Open Day to find out more about our courses. Join us for a presentation that will highlight pathway options, VET in School options and information relevant to your study interests. You will also have the opportunity to complete a tour of Holmesglen's allied health lab and treatment areas. Once the presentation and tour has concluded, our teachers will be available to answer your questions.

In the HLT35015 Certificate III in Dental Assisting, you will learn necessary skills needed to assist dentists and other dental professionals or oral health therapists during oral health care procedures. In this session we will cover the typical work environment of a dental assistant, and tour the purpose-built facilities, which have been designed to simulate the workplace environment.

Whether you're just starting out in your dental career, or upgrading your qualifications, Holmesglen is in touch with the needs of industry and provides the education and training you need and employers expect. We understand studying is not just about gaining a qualification; it's about graduating with the confidence and skills to start a successful dental career. Visit us on Open Day for a formal presentation on Holmesglen's Dental Technology program, followed by a tour of our purpose built simulation dental laboratories.

Health services assistants are tasked with making a positive difference in their field and society. A professional works with passion, respect and empathy when providing important help across areas of patient transport and movement, food service, bed maintenance, infection control, and clinical cleaning. Visit us on Open Day to get started and find out more about Holmesglen's Health Services Assistance course. Join us for a presentation that will highlight your study and career options and receive information relevant to your study goals. You will also have the opportunity to complete a tour of Holmesglen's practical health sciences areas. Once the presentation and tour have concluded, our teachers will gladly be available to answer your questions. Note: After the presentation, you will also have the opportunity to apply for the course and do a BKSB (Basic Key Skills Builder) Pre-Training Assessment which could take up to 2 hours. Begin your career in the health services sector. Register now.

Visit us on Open Day for a formal presentation at 4.30pm on the laboratory industry, followed by a tour of our facilities. Please arrive at the starting time to ensure you don't miss any vital information. Session will conclude after the tour.

With dedicated nursing wards and a simulation centre, you will spend a lot of your time simulating real nursing practices in a safe learning environment. Join us for a presentation highlighting course information and career opportunities followed by a tour of the simulated nursing facilities.

Holmesglen's health precinct at our Moorabbin campus has invested over $5 million to create the highest standard of health training equipment and facilities in Victoria. With dedicated nursing wards and a simulation centre, you will spend a lot of your time simulating real nursing practices in a safe learning environment. Join us for a presentation highlighting course information and career opportunities followed by a tour of the simulated nursing facilities.

In partnership with Charles Sturt University (CSU), Holmesglen delivers the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) at our Chadstone campus. This degree is delivered primarily at Holmesglen in years one and two with placements in Wagga Wagga. During third year students relocate to NSW and undertake a variety of placements across different clinical sites. Visit us on Open Days to learn about the Charles Sturt University, Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) program. Meet our teaching staff and tour our purpose built simulation clinic and laboratories. Applications can be made through VTAC.

At Holmesglen we teach you the skills and knowledge to seek employment as a pathology collector. Visit us on Open Day for a formal presentation on the pathology industry, followed by a tour of our specialised state of the art facilities. Meet our expert teachers who will explain how you can graduate work ready and apply your skills to real life situations.

Are you interested in the justice system? Come along to our Open Thursday to learn about how our Justice courses prepare you for exciting career pathways into Victoria Police, the Magistrates' courts, the Victorian correctional system or local law departments.