Scholarship EOI: Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting (MPA)

HNECC Primary Health Network, in partnership with UNE Partnerships, is offering funded places in the nationally recognised Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting (HLT47715).

This course is designed for administrative and reception staff in primary care who are eager to broaden their skills, step into clinical support roles, and gain a valuable qualification. Medical Practice Assistants are trained to manage front desk and administrative tasks, while also supporting a wide range of treatment room procedures.

If you’re ready to grow your career and take on new opportunities, we invite you to submit your Expression of Interest today.

Who is this for?

Health receptionists or administrators working in medical settings who want to expand into clinical roles. Graduates will perform delegated clinical tasks under indirect supervision.

Course Delivery

The course includes 23 units of competency over 18 - 24 months duration delivered in 3 distinct study terms. Nationally accredited Austalian Qualifications Framework level 4.

Study Commitment

Students will undertake 2 days of First Aid Training (face to face) and 3 days of Clinical Training (face to face) and expect to commit 4-6 Hours per week of self-directed study. Additional course information can be found here.

Funding

Government funding along with this scholarship provided by the Hunter New England Central Coast PHN is being offered to heavily subsidise the course. If successful, students will need to pay up to $500.00 towards the Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting (MPA). Terms and Conditions apply.

Commencement

Successful applicants will need to be enrolled by Friday the 14th of November 2025, for commencement on Monday 17th of November 2025.

Interested in the Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting Course?

As scholarships are limited, this will be a competitive process. If interested, please complete both of our online Expression of Interest (EOI) forms to be considered:

• Form 1 to be completed by the Applicant. Please click here to complete EOI Form 1.
• Form 2 to be completed by the Practice Manager or Business Owner. Please click here to complete EOI Form 2.

For enquiries, please contact Cheyenne Moody (PHN Senior Project Officer, Workforce Planning)

• Email: cmoody@thephn.com.au
• Mobile: 0409 808 265