CheckUP hosted the inaugural #GoHealth Careers Expo at the Brisbane Royal International Convention Centre, with over 50 exhibitors and over 90 schools, the expo was a hive of activity with live demonstrations, mock health facilities, and information booths offering insights into school based traineeships and work experience opportunities.

Over 2000 students interested in a career in health made their way through the Exhibition, making industry connections and gaining insight into the health career pathways available to them. From registered training organisations to private hospitals, exhibitors covered the diverse career opportunities within the health sector. Some of the exhibitors included Heart of Australia with their Heart Truck, Queensland Ambulance Service, The Royal Flying Doctors Service and local universities from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.

As well as the exhibitor stalls there were also insightful presentations held throughout the day on the main stage. Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dance Company opened the event with a special Welcome to Country, students also heard from doctor, lawyer and disability advocate Dinesh Palipana OAM, Shaz Gerchow from Jobs Queensland, Mater education and Deaf Connect who facilitated interactive Auslan activities throughout the day.

This event was a unique collaboration between Queensland Health, Health Gateway to Industry Schools Program and health organisations across Queensland, designed to connect students with industry leaders and open doors to exciting healthcare prospects.

This event would not have been possible without our event sponsors the Queensland Government, Connect ‘n’ Grow,  Seed Foundation Australia, AADA College, TAFE Queensland and ACRRM.