Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Health Administration
Certificate III in Health Administration
HLT32907
D052
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who complete a wide range of administrative tasks, under direct or indirect supervision. These functions can be carried out in a range of settings, including hospitals, community health centres, private practice, etc. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Admissions clerk
Clinical coding clerk
Administrative worker
Ward clerk
Schedule
Packaging Rules
15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- 5 core units
- 10 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the NTIS or other public listing
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8280 | HLTHIR301B | Communicate and work effectively in health | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8306 | HLTIN301C | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0712 | BSBFLM303C | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0835 | BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8380 | HLTOHS200B | Participate in OHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Other Elective Units
Nine (9) units to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5630 | HLTAD301B | Assist with practice administration | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WB897 | BSBFLM312C | Contribute to team effectiveness | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0835 | BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0545 | BSBADM311A | Maintain business resources | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0751 | BSBINM301A | Organise workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5816 | HLTCC301B | Produce coded clinical data | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5840 | HLTCSD306C | Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D0978 | BSBRKG303B | Retrieve information from records | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D1027 | BSBWOR204A | Use business technology | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J069 | HLT32912 | Certificate III in Health Administration | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science & Training (DEST).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education & Training on 22 October 2007.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
