Careers
Optometrists are primary health care specialists trained to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality and problems with general health. Read more
Oral hygienists are preventive oral health professionals, providing people with advice and information on good oral health. Read more
Orthodontists design, fabricate or use orthodontic appliances to realign teeth and jaws in order to allow for normal functioning and to improve appearance. Read more
A paediatric dietitian specialises in creating and evaluating nutrition programmes and policies for children from infancy up through 18 years of age. Read more
Paediatricians care for the physical, mental and emotional health of children from birth to adolescence. They examine children at regular intervals to monitor growth and development. Read more
Also known as automotive body repairers, panel beaters are service technicians that repair a vehicle and vehicle components back to their factory state. Read more
Paramedics provide pre-hospital emergency care, treatment and transport for patients with medical emergencies. They also deal with non-emergency tasks such as hospital admissions and transfers. Read more
Pastoral responsibilities include preaching, teaching, leading, equipping, administrating, and many other tasks in the context of the local church. Read more
A pastry chef specialises in the preparation of desserts, pastries and baked goods. As a pastry chef, you may work in a variety of settings, such as restaurants, bakeries and hotels. Read more
A personal trainer is a fitness professional who helps clients achieve increased fitness and health, and reach their fitness goals such as weight loss, cardiovascular fitness, strength or muscle gain. Read more
A pharmacist dispenses medications, provides health advice and ensures safe use of drugs in community pharmacies, offering essential healthcare support to customers. Read more
Photographers use their technical expertise, creativity and composition skills to produce and preserve images of people, places, events and objects. Read more
Pilates instructors help clients to change and improve their body strength and posture. They do this by teaching stretching and conditioning exercises, involving regimented, repetitive body movement and breathwork to promote core strength, flexibility, and physical and mental balance. Read more
Plumbers are called in to install, repair and examine piping systems that are used for moving water, sewage and gases in and out of buildings. Read more
A podiatrist is a type of physician who specialises in diagnosing, treating and preventing foot, ankle and lower leg problems. Read more