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National code: HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) at Wollongong

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Part Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

Combination

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

7 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

11 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

4 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$9,280

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Thursday 9.30am to 5.00pm via MS Teams online delivery. Seven additional clinical skill face-to-face workshops will be held on a Monday throughout the course or on a day specific to campus availability.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Domestic:

  • Skills assessments: role play scenarios, presentations, practical, observation (including assessments in the workplace)

  • Knowledge assessments: multiple choice, true or false, short answer questions

  • Case study’s: case study scenarios, reflections

  • Portfolios: samples of work in a workplace environment

  • Projects: report, journal, essay

  • International:

  • Skills assessments: role play scenarios, presentations, practical, observation (including assessments in the workplace)

  • Knowledge assessments: multiple choice, true or false, short answer questions

  • Case study’s: case study scenarios, reflections

  • Portfolios: samples of work in a workplace environment

  • Projects: report, journal, essay

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • During your course, you will undertake a mandatory 80 hours of work placement in acute care.

  • TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement with a suitable industry employer.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • You are required to provide evidence prior to enrolment of:

    • National Police Record Check.
    • Working with Children Check.
    • Immunisations verification for occupational assessment, screening and vaccination against infectious diseases is required by NSW Health for clinical work placement. Mandatory and evidence will be required on commencement of course delivery. Failure to provide Immunisation information will result in non completion of mandatory requirements and non course completion.
  • To be able to successfully complete this course, you will need:

    • Physical fitness and aptitude must be demonstrated to meet many assessment requirements including HLTAID003, performing CPR on the floor. This qualification reflects the role of an Assistant in Nursing employed in an acute hospital environment. This qualification covers the application of skills and knowledge required to provide nursing care for people across the health sector. A lifespan approach should underpin this qualification with relevant competencies that relate to the different stages of life identified within the units.
  • Work Placement is a requirement of this course. You will need to complete:

  • -Students will be required to complete the total of 120 hours of mandatory full time (Monday to Friday) unpaid Workplacement  (minimum 80 hours acute care facility and 40 hours in another care facility) organised by TAFE NSW in collaboration with NSW Health or other health care providers, and may include morning and afternoon shifts. Work placement locations will be based on availability and may require travel within the Southern region. Cost of travel and or accommodation will be at student's own cost. The cost of a National Criminal Record Check and immunisations must also be met by the student.

Units Units 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 (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 Units of competency, including 15 core and 0 speciality units.

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.

  • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately BSBMED301

  • Organise personal work priorities and development BSBWOR301

  • Communicate and work in health or community services CHCCOM005

  • Work with diverse people CHCDIV001

Course delivery Combination study

Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

Wollongong

Meaning ‘Sound of the Sea’ in the D'harawal Aboriginal Language, Wollongong is the gateway to the South Coast of New South Wales. TAFE NSW Wollongong is just minutes away from the city centre and adjacent to the University of Wollongong’s main campus. You can enjoy the area's beaches, eateries, shopping and entertainment. We have established arrangements permitting TAFE NSW graduates to easily transfer to University programs.

Campus address

Foleys Lane North Wollongong 2500

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

North Wollongong Station is 900 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Fully equipped library offering eResources, books, magazines, DVDs, subject specific library course guides, computers, reference services and more.

Student support

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  • Mon 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed