Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology
Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology
HLT42112
J085
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake a range of cardiac physiological measurements, including electrocardiography, holter monitoring, and exercise stress testing.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Cardiac technician
Cardiac technologist
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- nine (9) core units
- five (5) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A elective which is required for work in cardiac technology
- Group B electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to two (2) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD146 | HLTFA311A | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD165 | HLTHIR301C | Communicate and work effectively in health | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8306 | HLTIN301C | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5762 | HLTAP401B | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WD312 | HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD082 | HLTCA404D | Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WD079 | HLTCA401D | Perform electrocardiography (ECG) | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WD080 | HLTCA402D | Perform holter monitoring | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WD081 | HLTCA403D | Perform stress testing | 90 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Cardiac Technology Work Unit
The following unit must be completed to work in cardiac technology.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5825 | HLTCOM408C | Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) or both units be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0712 | BSBFLM303C | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S8072 | BSBCUS301B | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB919 | BSBWOR404B | Develop work priorities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD313 | HLTWHS401A | Maintain workplace WHS processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S8084 | BSBWOR301B | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0751 | BSBINM301A | Organise workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0758 | BSBINN301A | Promote innovation in a team environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0862 | BSBMKG413A | Promote products and services | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1031 | BSBWOR402A | Promote team effectiveness | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D069 | HLT42107 | Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWI2 | HLT47615 | Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships