Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services
Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services
HLT43807
D082
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 operate in a senior specialist role in a sterilising service or department. This worker is responsible for a range of functions, including the application of standards and quality requirements, stock maintenance and management and the efficacy of equipment and supplies.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Sterilisation supervisor
CSSD supervisor
Senior instrument technician
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIRMENTSTo gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
- BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
- HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
- HLTHSE204C Follow safe manual handling practices
- HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
- HLTOHS200B Participate in OHS processes
- HLTSTE301C Clean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requisite: HLTIN301C)
- HLTSTE302C Inspect and pack items (Note pre-requisite: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE308B)
- HLTSTE303C Sterilise loads (Note pre-requisite: HLTIN301C)
- HLTSTE306C Manage sterile stock (Note pre-requisite: HLTIN301C)
- HLTSTE307B Disinfect re-usable medical devices (Note pre-requisite: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE301C)
- HLTSTE308B Care for surgical instruments (Note pre-requisite: HLTSTE301C)
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 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
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
Note: STE units must be delivered by qualified sterilisation technicians
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5742 | HLTAMBFC402C | Communicate in complex or difficult situations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D8381 | HLTOHS300B | Contribute to OHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8282 | HLTHIR402C | Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1030 | BSBWOR401A | Establish effective workplace relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8518 | HLTSTE410B | Facilitate effective cleaning functions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D8517 | HLTSTE409B | Facilitate effective steam steriliser function | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D8515 | HLTSTE407B | Manage availability and effectiveness of reusable medical devices | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8516 | HLTSTE408B | Manage effectiveness of reprocessing of reusable medical devices | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WA872 | TAEDEL402A | Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Other Elective Units
Five (5) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA867 | TAEASS402A | Assess competence | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D0653 | BSBCUS401A | Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WB919 | BSBWOR404B | Develop work priorities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0835 | BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA874 | TAEDEL404A | Mentor in the workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J098 | HLT43812 | Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Employment and Woprkplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from national register website at Training.gov.au.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS on 15/11/2011
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
BSBFLM303CContribute to effective workplace relationships
HLTHIR301BCommunicate and work effectively in health
HLTHSE204CFollow safe manual handling practices
HLTIN301CComply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS200BParticipate in OHS processes
HLTSTE301CClean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE302CInspect and pack items (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE308B)
HLTSTE303CSterilise loads (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE306CManage sterile stock (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE307BDisinfect re-usable medical devices (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE301C)
HLTSTE308BCare for surgical instruments (Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301C)
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
