Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce
We are working to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals working in Australia's health system. This improves access to culturally safe treatment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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About the workforce
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff provide culturally safe services for their communities. -
Our support
How we work to increase the numbers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people working in health. -
Jobs and scholarships
Find out about health scholarships and job opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. -
Initiatives and programs
See the programs we fund related to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce.
Curriculum framework
The framework helps higher education providers develop curricula for their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health programs. Graduates across health professions can then provide culturally safe health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.