L-R: Shannille Ambrym, Ava Connolly, and Amazon Harris. Image: Gurriny Yealamucka
Three full-time trainees at Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services, Ava Connolly, Amazon Harris and Shannille Ambrym continue their path toward becoming qualified Indigenous Health Workers.
The trio just started a Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care through TAFE Queensland, which includes gaining hands-on experience across different teams at GYHSAC.
The 12-month program includes on-the-job training, block study in Cairns, and real-world skill-building.
Supported by MAS Nation and the School to Job program, this initiative helps young people — like Djarragun College graduates Ava and Shannille — step straight from school into meaningful health careers.
The training program aims to empower Community, build local skills and shape the next generation of healthcare leaders in Yarrabah.
