Cardiac Technician traineeship program entering its fifth year

THE Cardiac Technician Traineeship Program run by Mid North Coast Cardiac Services (MNNCS) is entering its fifth year.

This unique local initiative provides graduating students from Coffs Harbour Senior College with a paid, hands-on introduction to the healthcare sector through a structured gap-year traineeship.

The College and Mid North Coast Cardiac Services selected Year 12 graduates who are interested in a career in cardiac health but are unsure of their exact path.

Students receive comprehensive training in cardiac care, technical skills, patient support, and the essential duties of a cardiac technician.

Over the past five years, every trainee who has completed the program has gone on to university, equipped with new confidence, practical clinical experience, and a strong foundation in healthcare.

Many have pursued studies in medicine, nursing, allied health, and biomedical sciences, demonstrating the program’s positive impact on career development and capability building across the region.

Past trainee Ebony Giles told News Of The Area that the year she spent working at MNCCS, “has been such an incredible experience to have in my gap year.

“The exposure to the health field before committing to a university degree cannot be underestimated, and the skills I have gained are so beneficial, not only to a career in healthcare but to any future endeavour.

“The staff at MNCCS were all so kind and eager to help me understand when learning new concepts, it’s an excellent training ground.

“The supportive environment combined with the day-to-day real-world experience makes the learning process all the more refreshing and interesting.”

Mid North Coast Cardiac Services’ Dr Tanya Stewart said, “We are incredibly proud of what our trainees have achieved, and we love having these friendly and dynamic young people in our practice.”

The Cardiac Technician Traineeship strengthens healthcare workforce pathways in Coffs Harbour by supporting young people at a pivotal time in their lives and is helping to retain future clinicians within the region.”

By Andrea FERRARI