Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
HLT31107
D040
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide a range of varied activities in a sterilising service or department. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Sterilisation assistant
Sterilisation technician
Instrument technician
Schedule
Packaging Rules
15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- 10 core units
- 5 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A elective which is required for work in sterilisation services
- 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 3 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 the NTIS or other public listing
Note: STE units must be delivered by qualified sterilisation technicians
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8514 | HLTSTE308B | Care for surgical instruments | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8509 | HLTSTE301C | Clean reusable medical equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8280 | HLTHIR301B | Communicate and work effectively in health | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8306 | HLTIN301C | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8513 | HLTSTE307B | Disinfect re-usable medical devices | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D8299 | HLTHSE204C | Follow safe manual handling practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8510 | HLTSTE302C | Inspect and pack items | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8512 | HLTSTE306C | Manage sterile stock | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8380 | HLTOHS200B | Participate in OHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8511 | HLTSTE303C | Sterilise loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Other Elective Units
Four (4) units to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0652 | BSBCUS301A | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5745 | HLTAMBPD401C | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5840 | HLTCSD306C | Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D1027 | BSBWOR204A | Use business technology | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package 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 |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C466 | HLT31102 | Certificate III in Health service Assistance (Sterilisation Services) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J055 | HLT31112 | Certificate III in Sterilisation Services | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science & Training (DEST).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education & Training on 22 October 2007.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships