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Interested in working in hospitals, aged care, or health clinics?

This course provides you with the practical skills and knowledge needed to support healthcare professionals and care for patients in a range of health service settings.

 

This course prepares students for a rewarding career supporting allied health professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists.

 

 

It focuses on client care, communication, and practical skills to work in healthcare environments ideal for students passionate about health and community support. 

You will learn things like:

  • Take clinical measurements such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure

  • Assist patients with movement, transport, and personal care under supervision

  • Prepare and maintain beds and client care environments

  • Respond appropriately to behaviours of concern

  • Apply basic infection control and food safety practices

  • Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams

  • Work with diverse people and within legal, ethical, and WHS guidelines

  • Interpret and use medical terminology accurately

  • Provide first aid and CPR in health emergencies

  • Understand healthy body systems and support wellbeing

  • Organise personal work priorities and contribute to a professional, team-based care environment

Does this sound like you:

  • Are caring, empathetic, and passionate about helping others

  • Are reliable, responsible, and committed to professional conduct

  • Have strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Are comfortable working around people with diverse needs and in clinical environments

  • Are able to follow instructions and work under supervision

  • Can manage tasks safely and efficiently in fast-paced or sensitive environments

Qualification:                      Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Qualification Code:          HLT33115

Qualification Outcome:  Partial Completion. Students will receive a

                                                  Statement of Attainment for Units of

                                                  Competency completed.

Delivery Provider (RTO)

and Locations:                    Various providers and delivery locations. 

                                                  Refer table below.

Duration:                               Two years

Delivery:                                One day per week

Year Levels:                          Year 10 (check with your school), Year 11, Year 12

SWL:                                         Structured Workplace Learning requirements

                                                   vary between VET courses and RTOs.

                                                   Check with your VET Coordinator

Contribution to Senior

Secondary Certificate:    Contributes to VCE, VCE VM and VPC in

                                                   accordance with current VCAA requirements.

                                                   Speak with your VET Coordinator for advice

                                                   specific to your senior pathway.

Transport:                             Students are responsible for travel to and from

                                                   the delivery location. Subject to transport

                                                   funding, SMRVC may provide transport on

                                                   certain routes. Check with your VET 

                                                   Coordinator.

Scored Program:                Yes. For additional information regarding this

                                                   course, refer to your VET Coordinator and the

                                                   VCAA website.

COURSE INFORMATION

UNIT CODE                        UNITS OF COMPETENCY

BSBMED301

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HLTAHA027

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HLTAHA204

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HLTWHS001

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HLTINF006

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CHCCOM005

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CHCDIV001

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CHCCCS020

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CHCCCS028

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HLTAID011

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HLTHPS001

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HLTAID011

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HLTAAP001

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CHCCCS041

Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

 

Assist with an allied health program

 

Recognise impact of health conditions

 

Participate in workplace health and safety

 

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Communicate and work in Health and Community Services

Work with diverse people

 

Assist with movement

 

Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

 

Provide First Aid

 

Take clinical measurements

 

Provide First Aid

 

Recognise health boy systemsHLTAAP001

 

Recognise health body systems

COURSE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY

Please check details with your VET Coordinator prior to enrolment

RTO PROVIDERS & DELIVERY LOCATIONS

                      RTO                                                 LOCATION                               DELIVERY DAY/TIME

            IVET (40548)                     Kyneton High School         Wednesdays: 9am - 1.45pm

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Victoria University (3113)             Werribee Campus           Wednesdays: 9am - 3.00pm

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Allied Health professionals support people across a wide range of settings including hospitals, rehabilitation scentres, community health, aged care, disability services and private practice.

 

With Australia’s growing healthcare sector, qualified allied health assistants continue to be in strong demand.

INDUSTRY INSIGHT

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Career Opportunities:

  • Allied Health Assistant

  • Therapy Assistant (e.g., physiotherapy, occupational therapy)

  • Patient transport

  • Nurse

  • Ward assistants, theatre technicians, and direct care assistants

  • Entry-level roles in hospitals, aged care, disability support, and rehabilitation centres

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Future Ready Skills:

Students develop valuable employability skills including:

  • Communication

  • Teamwork

  • Problem solving

  • Empathy

  • Safety Awareness

  • Organisation

  • Attention to Detail

Future Study Pathways:

  • Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

  • Diploma of Nursing

  • Bachelor of Nursing

How to apply:

All students must apply through their school VET Coordinator and submit their Expression of Interest by the required dates. Placement is subject to availability and school approval.

Fees:

VET course and materials costs vary between courses. Refer to your VET Coordinator.

COURSE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY

Please check details with your VET Coordinator prior to enrolment

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