Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical)
Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical)
BSB31115
AVT0
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/09/2018 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for those working in various medical administration contexts. Individuals may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate knowledge to provide technical advice and support to a team.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = thirteen (13)- two (2) core units plus
- eleven (11) elective units, of which:
- five (5) elective units must be selected from the Group A units listed below
- four (4) elective units must be selected from the Group B units listed below
- two (2) elective units may be selected from Group A, Group B or Group C units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level or one level higher or lower.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
Two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AUK03 | BSBITU307 | Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUM43 | BSBMED305 | Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUM21 | BSBMED304 | Assist in controlling stocks and supplies | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI77 | BSBMED303 | Maintain patient records | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ06 | BSBMED401 | Manage patient recordkeeping system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH49 | BSBMED302 | Prepare and process medical accounts | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAE82 | BSBITU312 | Create electronic presentations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ88 | BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OAE65 | BSBITU313 | Design and produce digital text documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAE85 | BSBITU314 | Design and produce spreadsheets | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUH82 | BSBFIA304 | Maintain a general ledger | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL99 | BSBADM307 | Organise schedules | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUL92 | BSBFIA303 | Process accounts payable and receivable | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK24 | BSBFIA302 | Process payroll | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ48 | BSBITU309 | Produce desktop published documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI96 | BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J343 | BSB31112 | Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFS5 | BSB30120 | Certificate III in Business | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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