Most jobs in healthcare are in the services sector provding direct healthcare to patients and most are regulated professional jobs requiring defined qualifictaions and a licence issued by a professional regulatory authority.

Each profession has qualifications required by the relevant regulatory authority. Usually a bachelor's degree is essential followed by experience in the appropriate field. For senior positions, masters degrees or higher qualifications may be essential.

There are a wide number of benefits that come with working in the healthcare industry. Many of those who work in healthcare report that they feel as though they make a strong contribution to people's lives. Healthcare jobs are relatively well paid and usually offer secure employment and many opportunities for advancement and further qualifications.