Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
HLT42512
J088
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/09/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to allied health professionals. The worker is required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an allied health professional. Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote and must occur within organisation requirements. The worker is required to identify client circumstances that need additional input from the allied health professional.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Therapy assistant
Podiatry assistant
Physiotherapy assistant
Speech pathology assistant
Occupational therapy assistant
Allied health assistant
Nutrition assistant
Dietetic assistant
Community rehabilitation assistant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
- BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- HLTAH301C Assist with an allied health program
- HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
- HLTCSD201D Maintain high standard of client service
- HLTCSD305D Assist with client movement
- HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
- HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
PACKAGING RULES
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- four (4) core units
- eleven (11) elective units
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
- a generic qualification that covers a range of work functions, or
- a qualification tailored to address specific workplace requirements
Elective units are to be packaged as follows:
- Group A - Allied health electives For award of this qualification (either generic or tailored) a minimum of five (5) electives must be selected from Group A Allied Health electives. Note that Group A includes Groups B, C D, E, F and G
- Groups B to G - electives for allied health assistance specialisations. For award of a tailored qualification, to address specific requirements for work in physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, speech pathology, community rehabilitation or nutrition and dietetics, electives must be selected as specified below from the elective group listed for that area of work
- Group H electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- 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 three (3) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD166 | HLTHIR402D | Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD312 | HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8287 | HLTHIR506C | Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8309 | HLTIN403C | Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B Physiotherapy Specialisation
All three (3) units to be completed for Physiotherapy specialisation.
Note: AH units must be delivered by a qualified Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD023 | HLTAH402C | Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD022 | HLTAH401C | Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD024 | HLTAH403C | Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility | 65 | Unit of competency |
3. Group C Podiatry Specilation
All four (4) units must be completed whe choosing the Podiatry specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD025 | HLTAH404C | Assist with basic foot hygiene | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD026 | HLTAH405C | Assist with podiatric procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WD027 | HLTAH406C | Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD180 | HLTIN302C | Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work | 70 | Unit of competency |
4. Group D Occupational Therapy Specilation
All four (4) units must be completed whe choosing the Occupational Therapy specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD029 | HLTAH408C | Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD028 | HLTAH407C | Assist with the rehabilitation of clients | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD030 | HLTAH409C | Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD035 | HLTAH414C | Support the fitting of assistive devices | 55 | Unit of competency |
5. Group E Speech Pathology Specilation
All three (3) units must be completed whe choosing the Speech Pathology specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD033 | HLTAH412C | Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD032 | HLTAH411C | Provide support in dysphagia management | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD031 | HLTAH410C | Support the development of speech and communication skills | 65 | Unit of competency |
6. Group F Community Rehabilition Specilation
All three (3) units must be completed whe choosing the Community Rehabilitation specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD088 | HLTCR402C | Support client daily living requirements in a community rehabilitation context | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5833 | HLTCR403B | Support community access and participation | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WD087 | HLTCR401C | Work effectively in community rehabilitation | 35 | Unit of competency |
7. Group G Nutrition and Dietectics Specilation
Two (2) units must be completed when choosing the Nutrition and Dietetics specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD316 | HLTAH415C | Assist with the screening of dietary requirements and special diets | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD030 | HLTAH409C | Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WD037 | HLTAH420C | Support the provision of basic nutrition advice-educati | 30 | Unit of competency |
8. Group H Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice Units
One (1) or both units are recommended to be chosen.
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 |
9. Additional Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D070 | HLT42507 | Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN3 | HLT43015 | Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
The following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAH301C Assist with an allied health program
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCSD201D Maintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD305D Assist with client movement
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
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