Accredited course Outline
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Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations
Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations
Accredited course
National Code:
52722WA
52722WA
State Code:
3744
3744
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/01/2015
Field of Education
0603 - Nursing
AQF Level
Certificate IV in
Nominal Hours
293
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
10/12/2014
Expiry Date
31/01/2020
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description
To prepare clients for entry into the Diploma of Health Sciences, Diploma of Enrolled Nursing or University Bachelor programs such as Physiotherapy, Psychology, Sports science etc.
Schedule
Students must complete all six core units below to be eligible for the Award Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations. A statement of attainment will be issued for any unit of competency completed if the full qualification is not completed.
1. Core Units
All core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50037 | 50037 | Apply basic microbiological and infection control concepts | 20 | Module |
| 50036 | 50036 | Apply concepts from chemistry and physics to health | 63 | Module |
| 50034 | 50034 | Develop and apply knowledge of human biology | 80 | Module |
| 50033 | 50033 | Develop and demonstrate advanced communication skills | 60 | Module |
| 50038 | 50038 | Identify and document sociological processes that influence health | 34 | Module |
| 50035 | 50035 | Perform calculations in health mathematics | 36 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7170 | 52401WA | Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations | Accredited course |
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