Cairns

Cairns and Far North Queensland are experiencing strong growth in healthcare, aged care, disability, and mental health. In 2023–24, the sector supported nearly 19,000 jobs locally and contributed $2.6 billion to the economy. By 2025–26, Care and Social Assistance is projected to be the fastest-growing industry in the region.

Right now, employers are advertising hundreds of roles across aged care, health, and mental health on platforms like SEEK, and this is projected to continue growing.

For Cairns students, this means more opportunities to build a rewarding career in a sector that truly matters. With Breakthru College’s nationally recognised online training, you can gain the skills and confidence to step into these roles and establish a rewarding, stable career.