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HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
(Assisting in
nursing work in acute care)
HLT33115 –
Certificate III in
Health Services Assistance
(Assisting in nursing work in acute care)
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AQF Level
3
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Course Duration
6 Months
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Mode of Delivery
Blended
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Professsional Experience Placement (PEP)
120 Hours
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Campus Locations
Sydney, Melbourne, Perth
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Intakes
Bi-monthly
new batches every two months
Domestic Student
IHNA considers you a Domestic student if you are an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, a New Zealand citizen, a holder of a permanent humanitarian visa, or a temporary resident of Australia holding a valid visa of SC485 / SC482. Currently, enrolment for this course is limited to domestic students.
IHNA warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to study with us, fostering an inclusive and culturally sensitive learning environment.
Overview
The course HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) is a nationally recognised qualification in Australia. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to work as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, aged care facilities, and community health centres.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to perform various duties as an AIN, including assisting with basic nursing care, providing personal care, supporting patients’ mobility, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. The program also provides a pathway to further study in nursing or other healthcare-related disciplines.
*Government Funding Applicable for Eligible Candidates
Check this course currency on the National Register of VET: https://training.gov.au/training/details/HLT33115/qualdetails
The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) equips individuals with the foundational skills to support healthcare professionals in various settings, including hospitals and aged care facilities. This course covers assisting with patient care, infection control, and working effectively in healthcare teams. Graduates are prepared for roles like Health Services Assistant, providing essential support in nursing and healthcare environments.
- On-Campus Simulation Workshops
- Professional Experience Placement
- New batches starting bi-monthly
- Morning and Evening Sessions Available
Date
06 July 2026
Date
07 September 2026
Date
02 November 2026
Blended
Blended: Online real-time theory tutorials with on-campus skills training in a simulation environment, and Professional Experience Placement of 120 hours organised by IHNA.
With the Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (assisting in Nursing work in acute care) in hand, you’ll be able to work professionally as a:
- Care assistant
- Assistant in nursing
- Personal care assistant
- Care service employees
- Care worker
- Personal care giver
- Nursing assistant
- Personal care worker
Structure
15 units of competency are required for this qualification:
- 7 core units
- 8 elective units
Core units:
- 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
Elective units:
- CHCCCS002 – Assist with movement
- CHCCCS020 – Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
- CHCCCS026 – Transport individuals
- HLTAIN001 – Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment
- HLTAIN002 – Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment
- CHCCCS012 – Prepare and maintain beds
- CHCCCS015 – Provide individualised support
- HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
View details on myskills.gov.au: https://www.myskills.gov.au/
Course Fees for Full-Fee Paying Students
Standard Course Fee
$3,499
Pay Upfront
$2,499*
*$1,000 discount when you pay upfront.
Professional Experience
Placement
Professional Experience Placement (PEP) is an essential component of some of the units of this qualification. IHNA guarantees Professional Experience Placement for all its students studying Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care).
- Students will commence the 120-hour placement (PEP) upon completing all theory assessments including simulation-based assessments (SBA).
- During the PEP, students will apply the required essential knowledge and skills to demonstrate competency for this qualification.
- Each student will work in pairs with a buddy staff member under the supervision of the workplace supervisor at the PEP facility.
- An IHNA trainer and assessor will monitor the student’s progress during the PEP.
- All PEPs are arranged by IHNA.
- Students may arrange PEP by themselves if preferred, as agreed with and in consultation with the course coordinator.
View our industry partners: https://ihna.edu.au/industry/
Where a student breaches the PEP requirements as stated in the Entry Requirements, they could be excluded from their PEP. IHNA will not be responsible for any such exclusion.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course; however, applicants should demonstrate ability to complete tasks as required by the industry.
*Mature age students (22+) may also be considered without the minimum education requirements. Each case will be reviewed individually to ascertain the capacity of the applicant to meet course requirements.
All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student’s suitability.
Main Requirements
Core- 18 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course.
- Successful completion of an Australian Year 10 course or equivalent.
Digital Literacy
Skills- Basic computer skills 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.
- Having own computer, desktop or laptop, to facilitate the training and assessment.
PEP Requirements
Checks- A satisfactory National Police Clearance (NCC) or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate.
- Required immunisation.
- Working with Children Check (WWCC).
Additional Compliance
Mandatory- A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Students must declare a disability or disorder, if any, or if they are on any medication which may require reasonable adjustments.
Our approach is to collect evidence on whether the student can perform to the standards of the workplace based on the relevant unit of competency.
- Theory Assessments (TA)
- Knowledge Based Assessments (KBA)
- Simulation Based Assessments (SBA)
- Professional Experience Placement (PEP)
RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
IHNA has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy, to ensure that an individual’s prior learning, achieved through formal and informal training, work experience or other life experiences, is appropriately recognised.
Credit Transfer
Credit Transfer (CT)
Credit transfer applies to situations where learners have completed units at any provider identified to those in which they plan to enrol. Credit will be granted in accordance with the Credit Transfer procedure. A reduction in tuition fees will be applied if Credit Transfer is granted.
Application Process
Step 1 – Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Enrol Now” on the top right corner of the course page.
Step 2 – Interview: Once you’ve met IHNA’s eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant.
Step 3 – Offer Letter: If you’re successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
Step 4 – Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
Step 5 – Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a confirmation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.
Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.
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Industry Partnerships
220+
Impact
Shapes 1,000+ healthcare leaders annually.
Student History
30,000+ students have studied with IHNA.
Scale
One of the largest providers of Diploma of Nursing in Australia.
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