Qualification Outline

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22/07/2026 5:20 AM AWST

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Diploma of Practice Management

Diploma of Practice Management

Qualification
National Code:
HLT52012
State Code:
J111
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0803 - Business And Management
Original TGA Release Date
07/05/2012
Approved Date
20/08/2013
Stream of Study
Skilled Level (4200)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
710
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/05/2012
VET Act Conditions
—
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 functions requiring application of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation/business's goals and strategic direction.

These workers manage the operations and promotion of professional practices in the health sector.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Practice manager
Business manager
Program manager
Service manager

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Sixteen (16) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- ten (10) core units
- six (6) elective units

A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed
- 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 or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units

All ten (10) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
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
D0835 BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 40 Unit of competency
D8429 HLTPM502B Manage health billing and accounting system 30 Unit of competency
D8428 HLTPM501B Manage in a health care business 60 Unit of competency
D0846 BSBMGT502B Manage people performance 50 Unit of competency
D0996 BSBRSK501A Manage risk 50 Unit of competency
WD315 HLTWHS501A Manage workplace WHS processes 50 Unit of competency
WD168 HLTHIR505D Provide leadership in promoting effective work practices in health 30 Unit of competency
2. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice

It is recommended that one (1) or both units be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package 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
3. Other Relevant Elective Units

Up to six (6) units may be chosen.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0564 BSBADV509A Create mass print media advertisements 80 Unit of competency
D2665 CHCPOL504B Develop and implement policy 75 Unit of competency
WB921 BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness 50 Unit of competency
D4868 BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement 50 Unit of competency
D0876 BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities 40 Unit of competency
WD167 HLTHIR501C Maintain an effective health work environment 20 Unit of competency
D0708 BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans 50 Unit of competency
C7982 PSPMNGT605B Manage diversity 60 Unit of competency
D1054 BSBWRK509A Manage industrial relations 60 Unit of competency
S8076 BSBCUS501C Manage quality customer service 50 Unit of competency
D0739 BSBHRM506A Manage recruitment selection and induction processes 60 Unit of competency
D0741 BSBHRM509A Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs 30 Unit of competency
D2630 CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D099 HLT52007 Diploma of Practice Management Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI7 HLT57715 Diploma of Practice Management Qualification
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification taken from the Health Training Package HLT07 V5 which should be consulted for a full description of requirements.

1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.

2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from the National Register Training.gov.au.

3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS on 20/08/2013.
Entry Requirements

Not Applicable

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR10470) HEALTH PRACTICE MANAGER (LEVEL 5) Traineeship