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Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations

Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations

Accredited course
National Code:
52722WA
State Code:
3744
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/01/2015
Field of Education
0603 - Nursing
AQF Level
Certificate IV in
Nominal Hours
293
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
Expiry Date
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

To prepare clients for entry into the Diploma of Health Sciences, Diploma of Enrolled Nursing or University Bachelor programs such as Physiotherapy, Psychology, Sports science etc.

Schedule
Students must complete all six core units below to be eligible for the Award Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations. A statement of attainment will be issued for any unit of competency completed if the full qualification is not completed.
1. Core Units

All core units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
50037 50037 Apply basic microbiological and infection control concepts 20 Module
50036 50036 Apply concepts from chemistry and physics to health 63 Module
50034 50034 Develop and apply knowledge of human biology 80 Module
50033 50033 Develop and demonstrate advanced communication skills 60 Module
50038 50038 Identify and document sociological processes that influence health 34 Module
50035 50035 Perform calculations in health mathematics 36 Module
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
7170 52401WA Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations Accredited course
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