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You’ve probably seen it on the news, on your Facebook and even at your local hospital – there is a massive healthcare worker shortage in Australia right now.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there are currently more than 100,000 job openings for healthcare workers across the country. This number was already high but since the Covid-19 pandemic; it has increased dramatically. Now it doesn’t look like it’s going to decrease anytime soon. In fact., it’s going to increase due to our ageing population and increasing demand for healthcare services.

Unfortunately, there are not enough people enrolling in healthcare courses to meet this demand. In fact, enrolment in healthcare courses has been declining for the past few years. This shortage of healthcare workers is having a significant impact on the quality-of-care patients are receiving. 

The Impact of the Shortage

The shortage of healthcare workers is having several impacts on patients and the quality of care they are receiving. First and foremost, it is leading to longer wait times for appointments and procedures. Secondly, it’s causing increased errors and mistakes. In some cases, patients are being discharged from hospitals before their ready due to a lack of staff members to care for them.

This shortage is also putting a strain on existing healthcare workers. Many are working long hours and taking on additional shifts to make up for the lack of staff. This can lead to burnout and compassion fatigue, which can have a negative impact on the quality of care they are able to provide.

The Future of Healthcare in Australia

The benefit of this shortage is that a high demand for healthcare workers means a high level of stable employment opportunities. This is ideal for anyone looking for a career that they won’t have to compete with others to enter. 

Individuals looking to study a certificate to be able to work in the healthcare industry, can have their certificate and ready to work within 26 weeks with Mypath Education.

MyPath Education offers the Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33015). This certificate will see you making a difference in the lives of those who need it. You will be delivering individualised support for those who may need it due to ageing, disability, or some other health related reason. 

Another benefit, besides having ample job opportunities is that the course can be completely funded. This certificate is funded for those who are eligible for Certificate 3 Guarantee Funding. To find out if you are eligible for funding, please call MyPath today on 07 3489 7777 or visit here.

Whilst Australia is currently facing a shortage of healthcare workers, this can be turned around. Our country needs more healthcare workers. 

Have you ever considered a role in healthcare? This may be your sign. Pick up the phone today and enrol in a course that help change the lives of others.