Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Arts and Health
Diploma of Arts and Health
CUA51320
BGU6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 13/08/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 19/10/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 09/07/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who create, deliver and monitor arts and health programs for a wide variety of clients and contexts in the arts and health industry. This qualification is intended to reflect a collaboration between the Arts and Health sectors. The individuals completing this qualification generally have previous experience in the Arts and/or Health sectors.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include arts and health practitioner, leisure and lifestyle officer, day-care facilitator, creative practitioner, community arts worker, and arts and health coordinator.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Twelve (12)- Five (5) core units plus
- Seven (7) elective units, of which:
- At least five (5) elective units must be selected from Group A
- Up to two (2) elective units may be from the remaining listed electives or any other currently endorsed Certificate IV or above training package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core units
These units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODG48 | CUAAHL501 | Assess arts and health requirements of participants | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCG30 | BSBCRT413 | Collaborate in creative processes | 45 | Unit of competency |
| ODI30 | CUAAHL503 | Develop arts and health programs | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODG44 | CUAAHL401 | Work effectively in arts and health | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units: Group A
At least five (5) elective units must be selected from Group A.
3. Elective Units: Group B
Up to two (2) elective units can be selected from Group B.
4. Elective Units: Group C
Up to two (2) elective units can be selected from Group C.
| 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 |
| AVC29 | CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEH25 | CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | 125 | Unit of competency |
| OAO59 | CUAIND311 | Work effectively in the creative arts industry | 50 | Unit of competency |
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Entry Requirements
Individuals must provide evidence of skills and knowledge equivalent to Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 3 or above, and relevant to the work environment and the qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships