HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance – 104582H
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance is a nationally recognised qualification and could enable you to find entry-level work as an assistant in nursing or nursing support worker.
As a nursing assistant you’ll provide assistance to clients according to their care plan and under the supervision of a health professional. You’ll learn how to perform patient observations, how to work effectively with culturally diverse clients and how to use medical terminology. After completing this course you could work in aged care facilities, hospitals, clinics, private medical practices and home and community care services.
You’ll learn to ensure quality of care, safety, infection control, empathy and respect. You’ll also develop practical skills in patient care and movement, transport, bed making, clinical cleaning and food service.
You’ll be ready to provide a range of assistance to professional staff for the care of patients or clients. You’ll have the communication skills and technical and procedural knowledge to work in areas such as:
- health services
- patient support
- food services
- patient transport.
COURSE DETAILS
Qualification Pathways
After successfully completing the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, students may apply for the:
- HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating theatre technician)
- HLT47715 Certificate IV in Medial Practice Assisting
- HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
Note: While ACFE may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, we identify relevant progression that may be attained.
Course Delivery and Duration
This qualification is delivered to the local and international students over total of 40 weeks each within the stated delivery timeframe. Face to Face delivery with student participation in the demonstration of job role tasks.
Intake Dates
| 02/2021 | 05/2021 |
| 08/2021 | 11/2021 |
Course Delivery Location
Employment Opportunities
- nursing assistant
- nursing support worker
- operating theatre technician
- patient service assistant (PSA)
- ward assistant
- patient support assistant
- wards person
- patient care assistant
- ward support.
- orderly
Entry Requirements
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
For international students, ACFE accepts following proof of a level of English proficiency:
- IELTS Overall 5.5 band (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 69-79 with no band less than 14
- TOEFL Paper 523 (with a min. TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL CBT (Combuted-based) 193 (with a min.TWE 3.5)
- PTE Academic 46 with no communicative skill score less than 40
Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.
Course Fees
- International Students: $5,800 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
- Fees are subject to changes
Units of Competency
Note: Not all elective units listed may be available to study, please enquire for more information before enrolling.
| Core units – 7 | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development |
| Elective units | |
| Group A electives – OPERATING THEATRE TECHNICIAN specialisation | |
| HLTTHE001 | Handle and care for operating theatre equipment |
| HLTTHE002 | Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures |
| HLTTHE003 | Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support |
| Group B electives – ASSISTING IN NURSING WORK IN ACUTE CARE specialisation | |
| 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 |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
| CHCAOD002 | Work with clients who are intoxicated |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour |
| CHCCCS010 | Maintain a high standard of service |
| CHCCCS012 | Prepare and maintain beds |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCPRP005 | Engage with health professionals and the health system |
| CHCSET001 | Work with forced migrants |
| CHCSOH001 | Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness |
| HLTAHA025 | Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging |
| HLTAHA026 | Support the medical imaging professional |
| HLTAID001 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
| HLTAID002 | Provide basic emergency life support |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTAMB014 | Transport non-emergency patients under operational conditions |
| HLTFSE001 | Follow basic food safety practices |
| HLTFSE002 | Provide ward or unit based food preparation and distribution services |
| HLTFSE003 | Perform kitchenware washing |
| HLTFSE004 | Serve cafeteria customers |
| HLTFSE005 | Apply and monitor food safety requirements |
| HLTFSE006 | Prepare foods suitable for a range of client groups |
| HLTFSE007 | Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace |
| HLTFSE008 | Conduct internal food safety audits |
| HLTFSE009 | Apply cook-freeze and reheating processes |
| HLTHSS003 | Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting |
| HLTHSS004 | Handle and move equipment, goods and mail |
| HLTHSS007 | Handle medical gases safely |
| HLTOHC004 | Provide or assist with oral hygiene |
| HLTSTE001 | Clean and disinfect reusable medical devices |
| SITXFSA202 | Transport and store food |
| SITXFSA401 | Develop and implement a food safety program |
| BSBFLM312 | Contribute to team effectiveness |
| BSBINN301 | Promote innovation in a team environment |
| CPPCLO4022A | Organise and monitor cleaning operations |
Course Fees
$5,800 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
Intakes
2021
February, May, August, November
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Blended / Online learning
Duration
40 weeks
Course Fees
$5,800 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
Intakes
2021
February, May, August, November
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Blended / Online learning
Duration
40 weeks
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance is a nationally recognised qualification and could enable you to find entry-level work as an assistant in nursing or nursing support worker.
As a nursing assistant you’ll provide assistance to clients according to their care plan and under the supervision of a health professional. You’ll learn how to perform patient observations, how to work effectively with culturally diverse clients and how to use medical terminology. After completing this course you could work in aged care facilities, hospitals, clinics, private medical practices and home and community care services.
You’ll learn to ensure quality of care, safety, infection control, empathy and respect. You’ll also develop practical skills in patient care and movement, transport, bed making, clinical cleaning and food service.
You’ll be ready to provide a range of assistance to professional staff for the care of patients or clients. You’ll have the communication skills and technical and procedural knowledge to work in areas such as:
- health services
- patient support
- food services
- patient transport.
COURSE DETAILS
Qualification Pathways
After successfully completing the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, students may apply for the:
- HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating theatre technician)
- HLT47715 Certificate IV in Medial Practice Assisting
- HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
Note: While ACFE may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, we identify relevant progression that may be attained.
Course Delivery and Duration
This qualification is delivered to the local and international students over total of 40 weeks each within the stated delivery timeframe. Face to Face delivery with student participation in the demonstration of job role tasks.
Intake Dates
| 02/2021 | 05/2021 |
| 08/2021 | 11/2021 |
Course Delivery Location
Victoria – 341 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000
New South Wales – 37 George St Parramatta NSW 2150
Employment Opportunities
- nursing assistant
- nursing support worker
- operating theatre technician
- patient service assistant (PSA)
- ward assistant
- patient support assistant
- wards person
- patient care assistant
- ward support.
- orderly
Entry Requirements
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
For international students, ACFE accepts following proof of a level of English proficiency:
- IELTS Overall 5.5 band (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 69-79 with no band less than 14
- TOEFL Paper 523 (with a min. TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL CBT (Combuted-based) 193 (with a min.TWE 3.5)
- PTE Academic 46 with no communicative skill score less than 40
Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.
Course Fees
- International Students: $5,800 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
- Fees are subject to changes
Units of Competency
Note: Not all elective units listed may be available to study, please enquire for more information before enrolling.
| Core units – 7 | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development |
| Elective units | |
| Group A electives – OPERATING THEATRE TECHNICIAN specialisation | |
| HLTTHE001 | Handle and care for operating theatre equipment |
| HLTTHE002 | Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures |
| HLTTHE003 | Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support |
| Group B electives – ASSISTING IN NURSING WORK IN ACUTE CARE specialisation | |
| 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 |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
| CHCAOD002 | Work with clients who are intoxicated |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour |
| CHCCCS010 | Maintain a high standard of service |
| CHCCCS012 | Prepare and maintain beds |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCPRP005 | Engage with health professionals and the health system |
| CHCSET001 | Work with forced migrants |
| CHCSOH001 | Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness |
| HLTAHA025 | Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging |
| HLTAHA026 | Support the medical imaging professional |
| HLTAID001 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
| HLTAID002 | Provide basic emergency life support |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTAMB014 | Transport non-emergency patients under operational conditions |
| HLTFSE001 | Follow basic food safety practices |
| HLTFSE002 | Provide ward or unit based food preparation and distribution services |
| HLTFSE003 | Perform kitchenware washing |
| HLTFSE004 | Serve cafeteria customers |
| HLTFSE005 | Apply and monitor food safety requirements |
| HLTFSE006 | Prepare foods suitable for a range of client groups |
| HLTFSE007 | Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace |
| HLTFSE008 | Conduct internal food safety audits |
| HLTFSE009 | Apply cook-freeze and reheating processes |
| HLTHSS003 | Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting |
| HLTHSS004 | Handle and move equipment, goods and mail |
| HLTHSS007 | Handle medical gases safely |
| HLTOHC004 | Provide or assist with oral hygiene |
| HLTSTE001 | Clean and disinfect reusable medical devices |
| SITXFSA202 | Transport and store food |
| SITXFSA401 | Develop and implement a food safety program |
| BSBFLM312 | Contribute to team effectiveness |
| BSBINN301 | Promote innovation in a team environment |
| CPPCLO4022A | Organise and monitor cleaning operations |
