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    National code: HLT33115

    Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Explore the fast-paced health industry and support your clients and health professionals around you. Learn vital medical and interpersonal skills as you kick-start your career as a health service assistant.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Understand human body functions and medical terminology

    • Measure and record specific vital signs

    • Understand the Australian healthcare system and the important role a health service assistant plays

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • The ability to write reports

    • Skills in implementing care plans

    • Confidence to use electronic medical records

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Completion requirements

    During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

    • Certain aspects of your assessments rely on your physical ability to perform two minutes of uninterrupted CPR on an adult and infant manikin at floor level and respond to an emergency where there may be a risk to life. You must meet these physical requirements to be able to complete this course.

    • Working with Children Check (WWCC)

    • Australian National Police Record Check (NPC)

    • NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC)

    • Vaccination and health screenings

    • Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest in helping people

    • The ability to work independently and in a team

    • Good organisation and time management skills

    • Good verbal and written communication skills

    • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at the equivalence of Year 10 high school level.

    Note:

    • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: health service assistant, personal care assistant, hospital orderly, nurses assistant and patient support assistant.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study3 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study2 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 units of competency, including 7 core and 8 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Recognise healthy body systemsHLTAAP001

    • Organise personal work priorities and developmentBSBWOR301

    • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriatelyBSBMED301

    • Communicate and work in health or community servicesCHCCOM005

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

    Info sessionsWant to know more?

    There are a total of 4 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.

    You can view all sessions related to Healthcare.

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