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Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

  • AQF Level

    3
  • Amount of Training

    580 hours
  • Course Fee

    2,500 AUD
  • Payment Option

    Easy Payment Options
  • Mode Of Delivery

    Blended
 
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* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.

Why IHNA Online ?

  • Competency based training underpinned by adult learning principles
  • Scholarships are available
  • Access to 24*7 Online Library
  • Experienced educators with industry
  • Easy Payment Options
  • Finalist and Winner of national and international training award
  • Networking Opportunities with peak bodies and industries
  • IHNA Online Alumnus Status
  • Dedicated Student Support Team
  • Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – learn as you practise

Course Overview

The health sector is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in Australia. With the Certificate III in Health Service Assistance HLT33115 from IHNA Online, you may establish a fulfilling career providing medical care for hospital patients.

A robust basis for support roles in healthcare settings is provided by this course for healthcare assistants. Under the guidance of qualified medical experts, you will get experience working with patients.

This qualification has been structured with elective groups for specific work functions in assisting in nursing work in acute care. In addition, the qualification supports the multiskilling requirements of smaller and rural/remote work settings.

Amount of Training

The amount of training required for this course is 580 hours, however depending on the amount of time invested by you – it can be completed in a lesser timeframe.

Career Opportunity

Our graduates find employment working in a range of residential and community settings such as:

  • Assistant in nursing
  • Patient care attendant

An affordable way to learn from IHNA Online training experts

What will I study?

  • CHCCOM005

    Communicate and work in health or community services

  • CHCDIV001

    Work with diverse people

  • HLTAAP001

    Recognise healthy body systems

  • HLTINF006

    Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

  • HLTWHS001

    Participate in workplace health and safety

  • BSBMED301

    Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

  • BSBWOR301

    Organise personal work priorities and development

  • CHCCCS002

    Assist with movement

  • CHCCCS020

    Respond effectively to behavior’s of concern

  • CHCCCS026

    Transport individuals

  • HLTFSE001

    Follow basic food safety practices

  • HLTFSE002

    Provide ward or unit based food preparation and distribution services

  • CHCCCS012

    Prepare and maintain beds

  • CHCCCS015

    Provide individualised support

  • HLTHSS003

    Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting

Course Module

Total number of units for this course = 15

7 Core units

8 Elective units

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IHNA Online Admission Requirements

However, there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but applicants should demonstrate the ability to perform tasks as required by the health industry.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.

16 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course.

Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 10 course is required for entry into this course.

Students may undergo language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) to identify Language, Literacy and Numeracy capabilities at the time of Orientation (prior to commencing the courses).

Students over the age of 22 will also be considered without the minimum education requirements. Each case will be reviewed individually to ascertain the capacity of the student to meet course requirements.

Digital literacy

Student must possess basic computer skills which includes covering the most common usages of a computer, including managing computer files, word processing, using spreadsheets and databases; creating presentations; finding information and communicating using computers; and being aware of social and ethical implications of Internet use.

IHNA Online Pathways

Pathways from this Qualification

Graduates may progress to higher level qualifications within and/or across the health care sector

Pathways to this Qualification

  • There are no pre-requisites or any other training package entry requirements for this course

How to Apply

Step 1
Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Enrol Now” and pay your tuition fees.
Step 2
Access: Explore the learning resources and start learning on your learning platform. Credentials, user guide and a conditional offer letter will be sent to your email
Step 3
LLN:You are required to complete an LLN test, within the first 3 days of enrolling
Step 4
Confirmation:Upon completion of your LLN and any other prerequisites, you will be issued a Confirmation of Admission
Step 5
Cooling off period:Once enrolled students have a 5 working days cooling off period (from course commencement date) to withdraw from the course and avail a full refund of the fees paid

* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.

Skills Assessment for Healthcare roles under the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement

Overseas Nurses and other healthcare support workers have the option to undergo any or all the following Skill Assessments to explore job opportunities in Australia under the new Aged Care Labour Agreement. These assessments are required to be completed by candidates nominated by an employer under the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement, and ensure a potential migrant’s skills meet the industry standards required to work in one of the three occupations listed below

  • Nursing Support Worker
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Nursing Support Worker

Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) Skills Assessment

Under the Direct Care Occupation Skills Assessment category, ANMAC will assess applications to support the Australian Government’s Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement for the below two occupations.

  • ANZSCO Code 423312: Nursing Support Worker
  • ANZSCO Code 423313: Personal Care Assistant
ANMAC SKILLS ASSESSMENT

Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA) Skills Assessment

  • ANZSCO Code 423111: Aged or Disabled Carer
ACWA SKILLS ASSESSMENT

if you wish to obtain assistance with preparing and submitting your Skills Assessment with ANMAC or ACWA.

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RPL and Credit Transfer

Students must submit a portfolio of past evidence, which may include third-party assessments, and partaking in an interview procedure. They can further have their prior learning and work experiences acknowledged in this certification. A practical demonstration of the portfolio presented by the students may also be used to evaluate student’s competencies and expertise, which will give the educators a clear idea. In addition to this mutual recognition and credit transfer allow students to have their previous formal training recognized.

Credit Transfer

Credit Transfer is only available for Australian qualifications when a student has completed the units considered necessary for a qualification at another Registered Training Organization.

FAQ’s

Any other questions in your mind – let us give you some more clarity with the following FAQs – check below:

After you are qualified with the essential Course and degree as a Diploma in Practice Management you are eligible to work in multiple roles in the health sector such as-
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Senior Medical Receptionist
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Practice Manager
  • Business Manager in health industry

There are a host of duties for a Practice manager to perform in the health industry-
  • Need to manage facility’s office staff
  • Human resources duties
  • Hiring members
  • Training new and old staff
  • Handle medical records
  • Billing
  • Ordering equipment and supplies
  • Administrative tasks
  • Ordering equipment and supplies

To excel in Practice manager role the person needs a variety of skills and qualities such as:
  • Good communication skills
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Must have financial skills.
  • Able to manage a changing environment
  • Imbibe organisational skills
  • Always willing to work with peers and respect the views of your subordinates.

In recent years, the average practice manager’s salary in Australia can be seen around $70,000-$90,000 per year.

(Source : https://au.talent.com/salary)

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