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Human Services

HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Overview

The table below provides an overview of the course:

Overview
Training Package	HLT Health
RTO	90478 - Sydney Catholic Schools Ltd as The Trustee for Sydney Catholic Schools Trust
Category	Board Developed Course
Unit Value	2 units Preliminary 2 units HSC
Duration	2 years
Qualification	HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Contributes to the ATAR	Yes
Work Placement	120 hours

Course Description

This course offers a practical pathway into a rewarding career in allied health, nursing, or other healthcare disciplines.

Allied Health Assistants can work across the following health services in NSW: physiotherapy, radiology podiatry, mental health, dietetics, speech pathology, occupational therapy.

Core units include:

BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTAHA027 Assist with an allied health program
HLTAHA049 Recognise impact of health conditions
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety

Elective units include:

CHCCCS010 Maintain a high standard of service
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CHCCCS002 Assist with movement
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Work Placement

Students are required to participate in a minimum of 120 hours of work placement.

Eligibility for Qualification

Nationally Registered Training Logo The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance requires 12 units of competency, comprised of 7 core units and 5 elective units.

Students assessed as fulfilling the requirements for all the units of competency in the course will be eligible for the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance.

Students achieving at least one unit of competency will be eligible for an AQF Statement of Attainment showing partial completion of their qualification.

How to Succeed in this Course

To succeed in this course, you should:

- be organised
- attend scheduled lessons
- follow instructions
- actively engage in lessons
- complete competency tasks to the standard required
- have empathy, a caring nature and a desire to help people

Industries Related to this Course

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

- Administrative and Support Services
- Health Care and Social Assistance

Specific Tasks by Allied Health Professionals

Specific tasks undertaken by Allied Health Professionals may include:

- Physical Therapists - develop and implement rehabilitation programs to improve mobility, relieve pain, and increase strength in patients.
- Occupational Therapists - assist patients in developing or regaining the skills needed for daily living and working, often through therapeutic use of everyday activities.
- Speech-Language Pathologists - evaluate and treat communication disorders and swallowing problems.
- Radiologic Technologists - perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs.
- Respiratory Therapists - provide care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.
- Dietitians and Nutritionists - assess patients' nutritional needs, develop and implement nutrition programs, and provide dietary counselling.
- Clinical Laboratory Scientists - conduct tests on patient samples to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Pharmacists - dispense medications, provide information about drugs, and ensure the safety and effectiveness of the medication therapy.
- Audiologists - diagnose and treat patients with hearing and balance disorders.
- Orthotists and Prosthetists - design and fit orthopaedic braces, artificial limbs, and other devices to enhance the mobility of patients.

Videos

Watch the videos below to gain a greater understanding of Allied Health professionals and the impact they have on families, communities and the individuals they help:

Course Flyer

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