Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Mortuary Theatre Practice
Certificate IV in Mortuary Theatre Practice
HLT41607
D064
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake a senior mortuary assistant or technician role in a hospital mortuary or who maintain a forensic mortuary. Some workers may also be involved in receiving, tracking and storing tissues as part of a Tissue Bank role.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Mortuary technician
Mortuary assistant
Pathology technician
Mortuary attendant
Post mortem assistant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the Certificate III in Mortuary Practice:
- BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
- HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
- HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
- HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
- HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
- HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
- HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
- HLTMS208D Handle waste in a health care environment
- HLTMT303D Maintain a mortuary service
- HLTMT304D Assist with autopsy
- HLTMT306D Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment
- HLTMT307B Clean location to achieve low bacteria status
- HLTMT310D Collect, preserve and store post mortem samples
- HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
PACKAGING RULES
Twelve (12) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- eight (8) core units
- four (4) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A elective which is required for work in mortuary theatre practice at this level
- Group B 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 two (2) 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 TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA680 | MSL934002A | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WD202 | HLTMT409D | Assist in the development of procedures for mortuary services | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WD201 | HLTMT408D | Assist with forensic autopsy techniques | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WD238 | HLTPAT302D | Assist with microbiology testing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD200 | HLTMT407D | Assist with special autopsy techniques | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WD204 | HLTMT416C | Collect pathology specimens | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5762 | HLTAP401B | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D8287 | HLTHIR506C | Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Mortuary Theatre Practice Elective Unit
The following unit is required to be completed to work in mortuary theatre practice.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD166 | HLTHIR402D | Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) or both units be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be completed from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0971 | BSBRES401A | Analyse and present research information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB991 | CHCCS427A | Facilitate adult learning and development | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WD205 | HLTMT514C | Procure and store tissues | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D1031 | BSBWOR402A | Promote team effectiveness | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8344 | HLTMT412B | Receive, store and track evidence | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD203 | HLTMT411C | Screen tissue donors | 100 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXJ9 | HLT41602 | Certificate IV in Mortuary Practice | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
To gain entry into HLT41607 Certificate IV in Mortuary Theatre Practice a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the HLT32007 Certificate III in Mortuary Practice:
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTMS208D Handle waste in a health care environment
HLTMT303D Maintain a mortuary service
HLTMT304D Assist with autopsy
HLTMT306D Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment
HLTMT307B Clean location to achieve low bacteria status
HLTMT310D Collect, preserve and store post mortem samples
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes