Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
HLT32412
J064
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/09/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide assistance to allied health professionals. Workers at this level operate under direct supervision and do not conduct programs or therapeutic interventions.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Therapy assistant
Podiatry assistant
Physiotherapy assistant
Speech pathology assistant
Occupational therapy assistant
Allied health assistant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- Ten (10) core units
- five (5) 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 three (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 TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD020 | HLTAH301C | Assist with an allied health program | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WD095 | HLTCSD305D | Assist with client movement | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD165 | HLTHIR301C | 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 |
| WD090 | HLTCSD201D | Maintain high standard of client service | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0751 | BSBINM301A | Organise workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5761 | HLTAP301B | Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) or both units be chosen.
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 |
3. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be completed from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D047 | HLT32407 | Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWK5 | HLT33015 | Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships