Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Course Code HLT33021

VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS)

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 2 years
Delivery
  • Mixed Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Moorabbin

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance gives secondary school students a head start in the growing healthcare industry. Delivered through the VCE VET Health program, the course introduces essential skills used by allied health assistants in rehabilitation and patient care. Students learn medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control and safe work practices, while gaining hands-on experience in Holmesglen’s modern allied health and simulated hospital facilities.<br>The VCE VET in Health HLT33021 Certificate III in allied health assistance is a partial qualification which allows secondary school students to commence their studies in the area of health and provide them with an insight into the responsibilities of an Allied Health Assistant. The 33021 Certificate III in allied health assistance is perfect for any students wishing to study or work in the Allied Health or Health Industry, it is delivered as a two-year part time course. The course will be delivered through a mixture of online activities, classroom delivery and laboratories, including a state-of-the-art allied health rehabilitation room, community apartment, a simulated hospital environment and laboratory at the Holmesglen Moorabbin campus. During this course, learners will gain industry specific training in basic medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control, workplace health and safety, communication in the health industry and working with diverse clients. They will also develop practical skills in patient movement and mobility, taking clinical measurements, first aid and transporting patients. The Certificate III in allied health assistance offered at Holmesglen is a partial qualification that adheres to the VCAA VCE VET in Health rules. Students who wish to continue their studies in Allied Health Assistance are encouraged to apply for enrolment into HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or alternatively may wish to obtain the full HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance qualification by completing the following units:<br>- BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities<br>- CHCCCS012 Prepare and Maintain Beds <br>- HLTHSS007 Handle medical gases safely <br>- HLTHSS003 Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting

Career Opportunities

  • food services assistant (hospital)
  • general hand (hospital)
  • ward hand (hospital)

Pathway to further studies

  • Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33021
  • Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115
  • Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43021

Studying the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance at Holmesglen

Studying at Holmesglen gives secondary school students a supportive and practical introduction to the allied health field. Learners take part in classroom activities, online learning and hands-on training in Holmesglen’s modern facilities, including rehabilitation rooms, laboratories, a community apartment and a simulated hospital environment. Students are supported by experienced teachers who guide them through key areas such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control, workplace health and safety and communication in healthcare. The practical sessions help learners develop real skills in patient movement, taking clinical measurements and working safely in health settings, giving them a strong foundation to continue their studies in allied health.<p>This course is part of the VET Delivered to Secondary Students program and must be completed as part of a VCE or VCAL program.

Entry Requirements

Learners must be enrolled in VCE or VCE VM and must have satisfactorily completed the course-related questionnaire. These questions help determine whether learners have the foundation LLN skills required to meet the course requirements.<p>Learners must have digital literacy at Level 2 to:<br>• Communicate with teachers via email<br>• Use the Learning Management System (Brightspace)<br>• Participate in WebEx virtual classrooms<p>Learners must also have the physical ability to perform the duties of an Allied Health Assistant, including:<br>• Interacting professionally with clients, patients, superiors and other staff<br>• Attending to clients or patients in hospital, rehabilitation or community health settings<br>• Using fine motor skills and dexterity to assemble equipment such as crutches<br>• Having the strength to manoeuvre equipment such as trolleys, wheelchairs or rehabilitation devices

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

<strong>Wednesdays 1.30pm - 4.30pm</strong>
Unit code Unit name
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Unit code Unit name
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTHPS001 Take clinical measurements
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
CHCCCS002 Assist with movement

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Please contact your secondary school for information on how to apply.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion of the course, students will receive a Statement of Attainment. There is no qualification granted, as this is a partial qualification.

Industry Connections

Fees

For VET Delivered to Secondary Students Contact your school to discuss fees

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