15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
4 core units
11 elective units
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
a generic qualification that covers a range of work functions, or
a qualification tailored to address specific workplace requirements
Elective units are to be packaged as follows:
Group A - Allied health electives For award of this qualification (either generic or tailored) a minimum of 5 electives must be selected from Group A Allied Health electives Note that Group A includes Groups B, C D, E, F and G
Groups B to G - electives for allied health assistance specialisations For award of a tailored qualification, to address specific requirements for work in physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, speech pathology, community rehabilitation or nutrition and dietetics, electives must be selected as specified below from the elective group listed for that area of work
Group H electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages
Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages
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HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN403C Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Workplaces may package electives to reflect the functions of workers. Relevant units of competency have been identified and grouped to facilitate selection.
Electives must be selected as follows:
At least 5 electives must be selected from Group A - Allied health electives.
For award of a qualification with a specialisation units must be selected in line with requirements outlined below for the particular area of specialisation
For award of the qualification without a specialisation, electives may be selected from all electives listed as Group A Allied Health electives
Group A includes Groups B-G and 'Other Group A allied health electives'
Further electives are to be selected in line with the Packaging Rules to a total of 11 electives.
Six industry sectors have identified specific electives required for allied health assistance specialisations.
Where units are achieved as required for the specialisation, this is to be clearly articulated on the transcript (certification) as per the following example:
"This qualification includes Group B electives as required for Physiotherapy"
Group B electives - all 3 electives are required for the Physiotherapy specialisation
Group C electives - all 4 electives are required for the Podiatry specialisation
Group D electives - all 4 electives are required for the Occupational Therapy specialisation
Group E electives - all 3 electives are required for the Speech Pathology specialisation
Group F electives - all 3 electives are required for the Community Rehabilitation specialisation
Group G electives - 2 electives from Group H are required for the Nutrition and Dietetics specialisation
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HLTAH401C Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C)
HLTAH402C Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C)
HLTAH403C Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C)
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HLTAH404C Assist with basic foot hygiene (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C, HLTIN302C)
HLTAH405C Assist with podiatric procedures (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C, HLTIN302C)
HLTAH406C Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C)
HLTIN302C Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
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HLTAH407C Assist with the rehabilitation of clients
HLTAH408C Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status
HLTAH409C Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes
HLTAH414C Support the fitting of assistive devices
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HLTAH410C Support the development of speech and communication skills (Note pre-requ: HLTAH301C)
HLTAH411C Provide support in dysphagia management (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301C, HLTAH410C)
HLTAH412C Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301C, HLTAH410C)
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HLTCR401C Work effectively in community rehabilitation
HLTCR402C Support client daily living requirements in a community rehabilitation context
HLTCR403B Support community access and participation
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Two electives must be selected from the following three to address requirements for the Nutrition and Dietetics mandatory elective group.
HLTAH415C Assist with the screening of dietary requirements and special diets (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTNA305D, HLTFS207C)
HLTAH409C Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes
HLTAH420C Support the provision of basic nutrition advice/education (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTFS207C)
Please note - Pre-requisite units for Nutrition and Dietetics Group G electives below
The following units (from the Certificate III in Nutrition and Dietetic Support) are pre-requisites for units listed as Group G electives for Nutrition and Dietetics (above) and as such must be completed.
HLTNA301D Provide assistance to nutrition and dietetic services
HLTNA302D Plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines
HLTNA303D Plan and modify meals and menus according to nutrition care plans
HLTNA304D Plan meals and menus to meet cultural and religious needs
HLTNA305D Support food services in menu and meal order processing
HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices
HLTAH302D Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast
HLTAH413C Deliver and monitor a hydrotherapy program (Note pre-requ: HLTFA311A)
HLTAH414C Support the fitting of assistive devices
HLTAH416B Support special diet requirements (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTNA305D, HLTFS207C)
HLTIN302C Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
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Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Below are additional units of competency that may be selected as electives, grouped to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.
CHCCM401D Undertake case management
CHCCS401C Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTAH302D Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
HLTCSD306D Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
HLTRAH301C Undertake visits to remote communities
HLTCPR211A Perform CPR
HLTFA211A Provide basic emergency life support
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTFA412A Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301D)
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCN305B Provide care for babies
CHCCS416A Assess and provide services for clients with complex needs
CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCHC311B Work effectively in home and community care
CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
CHCICS302B Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCMH301B Work effectively in mental health
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CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
CHCRF301E Work effectively with families to care for the child
HLTRAH302C Undertake home visits
SISCAQU307A Perform advanced water rescues
SRCAQU008B Apply the principles of movement in water to aquatic activities
SISCAQU308A Instruct water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills
SISCAQU311A Foster the development of infants and toddlers in an aquatic environment
SISCAQU312A Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities
SISCCRO303A Plan and conduct a recreation program for older persons
SISCCRO304A Plan and conduct disability recreation programs
SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs
SRFFIT005B Apply basic exercise science to exercise instruction
SISFFIT417A Undertake long term exercise programming
TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
BSBAUD402B Participate in a quality audit
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
CHCPOL403B Undertake research activities
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBMED401B Manage patient record keeping system
HLTCOM405D Administer a practice
HLTCOM407B Provide reception services for a practice
HLTCOM503D Manage a practice
HLTMI301B Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging
HLTMI302B Support the medical imaging professional
CHCOHC303A Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
CHCOHC406A Provide or assist with oral hygiene (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C or CHCWHS312A)
CHCOHC407A Apply and manage use of basic oral health products