Whanganui tertiary provider Training For You has recently celebrated the success of 12 graduates from their 13-week healthcare programme.
Seven of the graduates have since moved into full-time employment while three others have secured part-time roles.
Training For You's marketing and promotions manager, Karen Hughes, said the healthcare programme was well-placed to meet the increasing demand for services.
"The programme provides students the opportunity to gain the National Certificate in Health, with foundation skills in disability and aged support."
The Level 2 programme is free to Work and Income clients, and to youth aged between 16 and 19. The 13-week programme includes 80 hours of work experience which takes place during scheduled class time.