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This paper investigates the trend towards increasing levels of participation in postsecondary education by Australian Indigenous students in the health field. The paper reports on the results of an exploratory study of Indigenous participation in health sciences education and training in the vocational education and training (VET) sector for the period 1994-1997. Indigenous students enrolled in courses in the field of health - community services are presented according to six key variables: field of study, State/Territory, qualification level, gender, enrolment type, and provider type. Overall, the number of Indigenous students in the field of health - community services increased by 145% over this period in comparison with a corresponding 122% increase among all Australian students. The policy implications of the findings are discussed. These relate to the identification of gaps in education and training for this area, future skill needs in Indigenous health care provision, student support, gender and cultural issues associated with health care, and performance monitoring of Indigenous student participation.