Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
HLT47515
AWI4
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 01/07/2023 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 01/03/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of senior operating theatre workers who provide assistance to operating theatre personnel.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- ten (10) core units
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- up to five (5) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUZ59 | HLTTHE002 | Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AVC29 | CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUZ60 | HLTTHE001 | Handle and care for operating theatre equipment | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OEI64 | HLTINF007 | Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AUK47 | BSBMGT403 | Implement continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG740 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUZ58 | HLTTHE003 | Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AVB82 | CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J084 | HLT42012 | Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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Traineeships and Apprenticeships