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AQF Level
4
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Amount of Training
26 weeks (6 months)
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Payment Option
Easy Payment Options
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Mode of Delivery
Blended
AQF Level
Amount of Training
Payment Option
Mode of Delivery
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.
The healthcare industry relies on the operational support of administration workers in order to function.
The Certificate IV in Health Administration is a professional accreditation that focuses on the role of individuals who work in a senior operational or team leading role in the healthcare industry.
Our approach to teaching prepares you to be a competent, confident, and critical thinker in order to work at a senior operational or team leading level under direct or indirect supervision.
You can take this course as a pathway into other higher education courses in healthcare.
IHNA (Institute of Health and Nursing Australia) is trusted by more than 𝟏𝟒𝟎𝟎𝟎+ students and has been committed to providing excellence in education and training to meet the needs of the community since 2007.
The course is provided through blended mode of delivery. It will be delivered over 962 hours hours including theory, self-paced structured e-learning, simulation training and 16 hours of work based training/ Professional Experience Placement (PEP).
40 contact hours will be delivered through synchronised online learning which includes on-campus simulation based training / assessments. Besides the above structured learning, students are advised that they will be required to do approximate 15 hours per week of unstructured learning.
The simulation training is for review of the learning activities, practicing communication, work based skills, management skills and to undertake other assessments e.g.: group presentation/individual presentation.
With the Certificate IV in Health Administration in hand, you’ll be able to work professionally as a:
BSBMED305
Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment
CHCCCS020
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
HLTADM010
Facilitate a coordinated approach to client care
HLTCCD003
Use medical terminology in health care
HLTINF007
Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures.
HLTWHS003
Maintain Work Health and Safety
BSBOPS504
Manage business risk
CHCPRP003
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTADM011
Manage health billing and accounting system
BSBOPS404
Implement customer service strategies
HLTADM008
Administer and coordinate Telehealth services
BSBLDR414
Lead team effectiveness
Total number of units for this course = 15
9 Core units
6 Elective units
* Work completed in Self Directed Learning time will be reviewed by an assessor
A convenient way to build your employability skills and advance your career
There are no formal entry requirements for this course; however, applicants should demonstrate ability to perform tasks as required by the industry.
16 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course*
Successful completion of an Australian Year 11 course or equivalent.
At Orientation, students will participate in a language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) assessment to determine their language, literacy, and numeracy competencies (prior to commencing the courses).
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.
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. Recommended Laptop requirements: Core i3 Processor, 4 GB of RAM, Operating system; Windows 7 or later version, Screen; 10” or higher, Microsoft Office or Open Office Program, Adobe Reader and Antivirus Program.
We offer pathways into higher level qualifications so that on completion of this certificate you can further your education with:
IHNA Online has defined entry requirements for courses under its mandate, as outlined by its ‘Application and Enrolment Procedure for Courses,’ to ensure that students meet industry standards.
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.
With RPL we assess your competency based on formal, non-formal, informal learning or direct work experience based on the required skills of the course
We use CT where you’ve completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of another course. We grant credit according to the Certification, Issuing, and Recognition of Qualifications and Statements of Attainment. Assessing a CT is free.
If you’re eligible for RPL or CT you may be able to complete the course in a shorter duration with reduction to total course fees. Check your eligibility with us.
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