Diploma of Audiometry
- National Course Code: HLT57415
- TAFE NSW code: HLT57415-01V01-22OTE-060
Location – TAFE Digital
Attendance
Online
Course Start Date
30 Jun 2022
Study Commitment
20 Hours per week
Duration
2 years
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
- VET Student Loans Available
Course Details
The nationally accredited Diploma in Audiomentry is the perfect course for those who want to enrich the lives of others and improve their hearing. Enabling you to be qualified as a audiometrist working in medical or industrial contexts, this course is your first step to a rewarding career.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Assess and respond to occupational noise risks
- Conduct hearing assessments to identify hearing impairment
- Act and provide solutions based on test results
- Provide first aid and comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Empathy
- Great communication skills
- Eagerness to work with people
- Collaboration and teamwork
Career opportunities:
- Audiometrist (working in medical or industrial contexts)
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol now.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Great people skills
- Good communication skills
- Strong teamwork skills
- An interest in health and wellbeing
- An interest in hearing and communication
- The ability to work independently with limited direction
- Intermediate language, literacy and numeracy skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
WORK PLACEMENTS
Many TAFE courses have a compulsory work placement component to assist you to apply your learning in a practical environment and you may be required to comply with some (or all) of the following.
- NSW HEALTH
Before you commence any clinical placements in NSW Health facilities, you will be required to
Meet NSW Healths - Criminal Record Check requirements;
Sign the NSW Health Code of Conduct form and any other forms, as required by NSW Health;
Undertake Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Infectious Diseases and provide your Health Care Worker/Student Vaccination Record Card.
For specific information regarding NSW Healths requirements, and access to the required forms, it is recommended that you visit their FAQs for students at:
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/student_clearance/pages/default.aspx
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AGED CARE WORK - Before you undertake any clinical placements in Aged Care Facilities you will be required to undertake a Federal Criminal Record Check. Visit:
http://www.afp.gov.au/what-we-do/police-checks/national-police-checks.aspx -
COMMUNITY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES
Anyone in child-related work (including student placements and volunteers) MUST have a current Working with Children Check (students/volunteers free) in line with the Office of Childrens Guardian phase-in schedule and processes. Visit:
http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/working-with-children-check
- STUDENT READINESS FOR WORK PLACEMENT
Generally work placements will only occur after there has been a reasonable amount of student/teacher contact and when the teacher is satisfied that you are ready to benefit from workplace learning and perform workplace duties. Your teacher can provide further information.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - For more information visit: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/rights-and-responsibilities/index.htm
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you:
- have a suitably qualified supervisor. You will be required to complete workplace cases that have been supervised by a qualified supervisor to compete this qualification.
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- to be able to complete assignments and case studies and undertake practical tasks in an audiometry clinic under the supervison of a qualified supervisor.
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
There are no information sessions currently scheduled for this course.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is an online course. You will need to complete approximately 17 hours of online study, each week, for your enrolment duration of 2 years.
You can increase the hours of online study per week to complete the course sooner.
You can also expect to complete approximately 3 hours of additional study each week outside of online study hours, including independent study, research, practise and assignments.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who:
- are well organised and have good time management skills
- have good digital skills
- have a good level of literacy
- expect to be able to work independently on completion of this course
This qualification reflects the role of audiometrists who conduct hearing assessments to identify hearing impairment and take action based on results.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable and detail your units and assessments.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
PAYMENT OPTIONS AND ASSISTANCE
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL). If you meet the VSL eligibility and academic suitability requirements, you are able to apply to the Commonwealth for a loan to cover all or part of your course fee. We will ask you whether you would like to apply for a VET Student Loan when you enrol and advise you of the process.
To complete your VET Student Loan application, you will need to provide:
- Your Tax File Number (TFN). If you dont have a TFN, click here for information on how to apply for one. You can complete your loan application with a Certificate of Application for a TFN, but must provide your TFN as soon as it is issued. If you dont provide your TFN before your first census day, you will need to pay the tuition fees for that unit of study.
- Your Commonwealth Higher Education Student Support Number (CHESSN) ). If you have previously accessed a loan via the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP), either at TAFE or university, you will already have a CHESSN. You must use the same CHESSN whenever you access a student loan. If you dont have CHESSN, we will allocate one on your behalf.
- A copy of your Australian Year 12 Certificate; OR
- A copy of a certificate showing that you have been awarded a qualification at level 4 or above in the Australian Qualifications Framework (where the language of instruction was English). If you previously completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification at TAFE NSW, just let us know where and when you studied in your application; OR
- Display competence at Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy test. We will let you know if this is required once you apply.
PAYMENT OPTIONS AND ASSISTANCE
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL). If you meet the VSL eligibility and academic suitability requirements, you are able to apply to the Commonwealth for a loan to cover all or part of your course fee. We will ask you whether you would like to apply for a VET Student Loan when you enrol and advise you of the process.
Find out more about VET Student Loans.
Direct payment by Unit of Study instalments is available for this course.
The Units of Study and associated fees for this course are detailed below. Fees are charged on the census day for each Unit of Study. To secure a loan for part or all of your course, you must be eligible and submit a valid application to the Commonwealth for a VET Student Loan. You may withdraw prior to the census date without incurring a fee.
Find out more about VET Student Loans
Direct payment by Unit of Study instalments is available for this course.
The Units of Study and associated fees for this course are detailed above. Fees are charged on the census day for each Unit of Study. To secure a loan for part or all of your course, you must be eligible and submit a valid application to the Commonwealth for a VET Student Loan. You may withdraw prior to the census date without incurring a fee.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
| Code | Name | Start Date | End Date | Census Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UOS VSL-HLT57415-22OTE-060 | UOS VSL-HLT57415 | 30 Jun 2022 | 03 Mar 2023 | 05 Sep 2022 | $1,657.00 |
| UOS VSL-HLT57415-22OTE-061 | UOS VSL-HLT57415 | 30 Jun 2022 | 27 Oct 2023 | 01 May 2023 | $1,657.00 |
| UOS VSL-HLT57415-22OTE-062 | UOS VSL-HLT57415 | 30 Jun 2022 | 28 Jun 2024 | 02 Jan 2024 | $1,656.00 |
Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCEDU008 | Share health information |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status |
| HLTAUD001 | Assess hearing |
| HLTAUD004 | Develop and implement individual hearing rehabilitation programs |
| HLTAUD005 | Dispense hearing devices |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
| BSBFLM303 | Contribute to effective workplace relationships |
| BSBINM301 | Organise workplace information |
| BSBINN301 | Promote innovation in a team environment |
| BSBLDR402 | Lead effective workplace relationships |
| BSBMKG413 | Promote products and services |
| BSBRES401 | Analyse and present research information |
| BSBWOR404 | Develop work priorities |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| HLTINF002 | Process reusable medical devices and equipment |
| HLTAHW061 | Engage in community health research |
| HLTAUD002 | Conduct play audiometry |
| HLTAUD003 | Assess and respond to occupational noise risk |
| HLTAUD006 | Remove cerumen |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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