Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
HLT33015
AWK5
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 08/04/2022 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of allied health assistants who provide assistance to allied health professionals under predetermined guidelines. Depending on the setting, work may include following treatment plans for therapeutic interventions and/or conducting programs under the regular direct, indirect or remote supervision of an allied health professional.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 80 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eleven (11)- eight (8) core units
- three (3) elective units, consisting of:
- at least two (2) units from the electives listed below
- up to one (1) unit from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - the unit must be relevant to the work outcome
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB11 | HLTAHA001 | Assist with an allied health program | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVC29 | CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVA32 | HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC67 | CHCCCS010 | Maintain a high standard of service | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG738 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVB19 | HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J064 | HLT32412 | Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BID3 | HLT33021 | Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
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