Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Course Code HLT33021

VET Delivered to Secondary Students

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

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance offers secondary school students an opportunity to begin their studies as allied health assistants. With a growing role in client rehabilitation, allied health assistants are integral to healthcare teams. Gain practical skills and knowledge for a rewarding career in allied health with this comprehensive program.

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

This program offers secondary school students the opportunity to begin their studies in health, providing valuable insights into the responsibilities of Allied Health and Health Services Assistants.<p>Perfect for students interested in further study or careers in the Allied Health or Health Industry, this two-year part-time course combines online activities, classroom learning, and practical sessions. Students will work in laboratories, a community apartment, and a simulated hospital environment to develop real-world skills.<p>With a focus on practical training, students gain industry-specific knowledge in medical terminology, anatomy, infection control, workplace safety, communication, and working with diverse clients. Practical skills include patient movement, taking clinical measurements, and first aid.<p>Holmesglen’s supportive environment ensures students receive guidance from experienced teachers, helping them succeed academically and build confidence in their skills. Assessments involve teamwork and physical interaction with peers, supported by strict health protocols, including enhanced cleaning, PPE, and COVID-safe training.<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

To do this course, learners must be enrolled as a VCE or VCE (VM) student.<p>Prior to enrolment, learners will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment (BKSB test) and answer some course-specific, contextualised questions. This will help determine the prospective student's suitability to the course.
Students must have the: <br>interpersonal skills to interact with the public / clients / patients / superiors and other staff<br>physical ability to attend to clients / patients in a hospital, rehabilitation or community health setting<br>fine motor skills and physical dexterity required to assemble pieces of equipment, such as crutches<br>strength needed to move equipment such as a trolley, wheelchair or rehabilitation equipment.

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
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
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. <strong>Study score</strong> A study score is available for the VCE VET Health program. To be eligible for a study score, learners must: • satisfactorily complete all the units of competency required in the scored Units 3 and 4 sequence • be assessed in accordance with the tools and procedures specified in the VCE VET Assessment Guide and program specific assessment plans templates published on the VCAA website • undertake an examination in the end-of-year examination period based on the underpinning knowledge and skills in the compulsory units of competency in the Units 3 and 4 sequence, and in accordance with the current examination specifications. Units 3 and 4 of the VCE VET Health program must be delivered and assessed in a single enrolment year. The study score for the VCE VET Health program is based on evidence from two sources: coursework tasks and an examination. The assessment of three VCE VET coursework tasks does not replace the qualification assessments, but both tend to be complementary and may be integrated. Tasks may be designed with both assessment purposes in mind. <strong>ATAR Contribution</strong> Learners wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for the scored Units 3 and 4 sequence in VCE VET Health must undertake scored assessment for the purpose of achieving a study score. This study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of the learner's best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study. Where a learner elects not to receive a study score no contribution to the ATAR will be available for these units. Learner's who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence from electives outside the scored program may be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR. Increments for unscored VCE VET programs are calculated using 10% of the fourth study score of the primary four scaled studies. The increment is awarded by the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Where a learner elects not to receive a study score for VCE VET Health, no contribution to the ATAR will be available.

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