Tutors

We pride in providing our students with the best tutor support possible. Our team of tutors are highly qualified and experienced in their relevant industries. All our tutors have one thing is common which is a passion for teaching and supporting students during their studies.

Tracy Dyer – Bachelors of Science (Biology)

Tracy is a highly qualified tutor with experience in working as an assistant professor for Biology and zoology. She has extensive experience in tutoring distance education courses and brings her vast knowledge and experience to our students. Tracy tutors Biology and Biochemistry courses at Health Academy Australia.

Mary Bennett – Bachelors of Applied Science (complementary Medicine), Bachelors of Botanical Medicine, Diploma of Nutrition

Mary is a highly qualified tutor with Degrees in Nutrition, Complementary Medicine, Botanical medicine to name a few. She has extensive experience in tutoring and is passionate to help students achieve their goals. Mary tutors Nutrition, Natural health, health and wellbeing and medicinal herbs courses at Health Academy Australia.

Ann Bell – Certificate IV in Aged Care, Certificate IV in TAA, Registered Nurse,

Ann is a highly experienced and qualified Aged care trainer with a training experience of many years in the aged care sector. She is our trainer for the Certificate III and IV in Aged Care.

Leonie Schilling – Diploma of Professional Counselling, Diploma of Child Care and Education,Certificate IV in Training, Assessment and Education TAE40110

Leonie is our trainer for the Diploma in Counselling and Counselling Courses, She is a highly experienced and qualified counsellor and trainer. Her passion for counselling and will to extend her knowledge to students makes her an excellent trainer.

Nadia Zaidi – Certificate III in Dental Assisting, Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (General Anaethesia). Certificate IV in Training, Assessment and Education TAE40110

Nadia is a highly qualified trainer, She has extensive experience in the dental industry as a dental assistant. She tutors Dental Assisting with HCA.

Sally Maizey – Advanced Diploma Nutritional Medicine, Naturopathy, Homeopathy, Western Herbal Medicine

Sally is highly qualified in many disciplines of Nutrition and Natural Health. Sally is an experienced teacher, Naturopathy and Homeopath who is interested in furthering the knowledge of others by sharing her immense knowledge. Sally tutors Nutrition and Natural Health for Health academy.

Melinda Kearsley – Bachelor of Health Science, Ad Diploma Naturopathy
Melinda is a highly qualified in many disciplines of nutrition and natural health. Melinda is a practicign naturopath and brings her extensive practical knowledge into her tutoring. She tutors Nutrition and Natural Health courses for Health Academy.

Penny Canning-Menon – Diploma of Counselling, Diploma in Community services, Master of counselling

Penny is a highly qualified counsellor with a masters degree in counselling. She has over 10 qualifications in various areas and is very highly experienced. our students enjoy her vast knowledge. Penny tutors the Diploma of Counselling for Health courses australia.

Lyn Collett- Diploma of Counselling, Diploma in Nutrition

Lyn is highly qualified counsellor with many qualifications and experience under her belt. She is a Trainer and Assessor with years of teaching experience. Lyn tutors the Diploma of Counselling for Health courses australia.

Cassie Neeson- Diploma of Practice Management

Cassie has over 15 years experience in practice management, she is very passionate about training her students in this area with her vast experience. Cassie tutors the Diploma of Practice Management for Health courses australia

Vahini Panda – B.Sc.(Biology & Nutrition), MIT (E Commerce)

Vahini has worked as a clinical dietician in a cardiac unit and worked in many management positions. Vahini has 16 years experience in managing a vocational institute. She is the Founder/Academic Director/CEO for Health Academy Australia and Health Courses Australia. She is passionate about training and providing the best possible support and services to all the students. Her strong ethical values, commitment and drive towards the 2 organisations have reflected in their success. Her passion for business was recognised and she was awarded with the International Women’s day Business Encouragement award, 2013 by Women at Work and Gold Coast City Council and also is an Awardee of merit at the Gold Coast Women in Business awards 2017 and is the finalist for the Business woman of the year 2020 for the prestigious IABCA Awards .

Our Admin Team

Nicole Ditcham

Nicole is our Administrative and Student Services Manager. Her friendly nature makes her very approachable for students. She is our student counsellor who helps students decide on the course they want to undertake. She is a dedicated manager and strives to provide excellent service to our students. Her efforts are often praised by students and tutors alike.

Sheridan O Donnell

Sheridan is our Admin and Student Services Officer. She is is the point of contact for emails and phone calls. She is polite, helpful and friendly and loves helping out students. She is always ready for a laugh, our students and staff love her pleasant attitude.

Suzzi Medez

Suzzi is our Student support officer. She is qualified in IT as well as support. She has a lovely disposition and a helpful nature.