Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
HLT31112
J055
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 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
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- ten (10) core units
- five (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 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 the TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD295 | HLTSTE308C | Care for surgical instruments | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD290 | HLTSTE301D | Clean reusable medical equipment | 30 | 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 |
| WD294 | HLTSTE307C | Disinfect re-usable medical devices | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WD173 | HLTHSE204D | Follow safe manual handling practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD291 | HLTSTE302D | Inspect and pack items | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD293 | HLTSTE306D | Manage sterile stock | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD292 | HLTSTE303D | Sterilise loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Sterilisation Services Work
It is recommended that the following unit be completed for work in sterilisation services.
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 |
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 completed from the other relevant units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB897 | BSBFLM312C | Contribute to team effectiveness | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S8072 | BSBCUS301B | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WC844 | CHCCS401C | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WD307 | HLTTH303D | Identify and move to maintain a sterile field | 15 | Unit of competency |
| W7372 | LMTLA2009A | Inspect, fold and pack theatre linen | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5745 | HLTAMBPD401C | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D8589 | CHCORG303B | Participate effectively in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D0758 | BSBINN301A | Promote innovation in a team environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD096 | HLTCSD306D | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D1027 | BSBWOR204A | Use business technology | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D040 | HLT31107 | Certificate III in Sterilisation Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWK3 | HLT37015 | Certificate III in Sterilisation Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships