Students encouraged to look at healthcare careers

Walgett High School student, Moeisha Townsend practised taking blood on a dummy arm at the Health Careers Academy Program, under the watchful eye of Christine Hill, a Registered Nurse with the Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service.. Photo TWH

Walgett Community College

The Health Careers Academy Program (HCAP) last week offered a unique glimpse into the world of healthcare to twelve enthusiastic students from Walgett High School.

In a collaborative effort, the Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service (WAMS), the University of Sydney’s School of Rural Health in Dubbo (SRH) and Walgett Community College, combined to host this inspiring day, with the aim of sparking interest in health careers among local youth.

Aboriginal students engaged in a range of hands-on activities designed to illustrate various aspects of healthcare. […]

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