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Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology
Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology
Accredited course
National Code:
51321
51321
State Code:
6685
6685
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2004
Field of Education
0601 - Medical Studies
AQF Level
Certificate IV in
Nominal Hours
780
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Paraprofessional - Technical (3400)
Accredited Date
05/05/2004
Expiry Date
31/12/2008
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description
To provide students with the knowledge and competencies to work as an anaesthetic technician under the direction of an anaesthetist within the hospital system.
Schedule
1.
CORE: Learners to complete all units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C5060 | HLTIN1A | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C5059 | HLTHSE4A | Follow safe manual handling practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C5056 | HLTHSE1A | Follow the organisation's occupational health and safety policies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C6578 | HLTAN2A | Prepare and assist with the preparation of the patient for anaesthesia | 97 | Unit of competency |
| C6577 | HLTAN1A | Prepare the anaesthetic environment | 96 | Unit of competency |
| C6581 | HLTAN5A | Provide assistance during an emergency | 97 | Unit of competency |
| C6580 | HLTAN4A | Provide assistance during emergence phase of anaesthesia | 97 | Unit of competency |
| C6579 | HLTAN3A | Provide assistance during induction and maintenance of anaesthesia | 97 | Unit of competency |
| C6583 | HLTAN7A | Provide assistance in anaesthetic related procedures | 97 | Unit of competency |
| C6582 | HLTAN6A | Provide care and maintenance of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment | 97 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6681 | 20707TPWA | Certificate IV in Medical Technicians and Assistants (Anaesthetics) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D071 | HLT42607 | Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This course is the copyright of Central TAFE, providers who wish to deliver this program must obtain written approval and be registered by their State Accrediting Body. All units are from the Health Training Package copyright to ANTA.
2. The proponent for this course is Central TAFE on behalf of the WA Department of Training and Employment. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 51321.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the WA Department of Training and Employment or the Acting Curriculum Manager at Central TAFE Leederville Campus, telephone (08) 9202 4770.
2. The proponent for this course is Central TAFE on behalf of the WA Department of Training and Employment. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 51321.
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the WA Department of Training and Employment or the Acting Curriculum Manager at Central TAFE Leederville Campus, telephone (08) 9202 4770.
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