Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
HLT43015
AWN3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 08/04/2022 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to allied health professionals. The worker is required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an allied health professional. Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote and must occur within organisation requirements. The worker is required to identify client circumstances that need additional input from the allied health professional. The worker may be engaged to work in a specialty area or work generically across the organisation in delivery of allied health assistance services. The worker, in conjunction with the allied health professional, may have responsibility for supervising other allied health assistance workers.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)- seven (7) core units
- nine (9) elective units, consisting of:
- at least six (6) units from the electives listed below, at least two (2) of these units must be coded HLTAHA
- up to three (3) units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging for each specialisation:
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Podiatry)
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational therapy)
All Group D electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Speech pathology)
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Community rehabilitation)
All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and dietetics)
Where two (2) (or more) specialisations are completed, award of the qualification would read, for example, Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy).
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AB52 | Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy |
| AB92 | Physiotherapy |
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC29 | CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVB18 | HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WG739 | HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVB80 | CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVB19 | HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Electives - Physiotherapy Specialisation
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB09 | HLTAHA003 | Deliver and monitor a client-specific physiotherapy program | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AVB07 | HLTAHA005 | Support the delivery and monitoring of physiotherapy programs for mobility | 65 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Electives - Podiatry Specialisation
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Podiatry).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB06 | HLTAHA006 | Assist with basic foot hygiene | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVB05 | HLTAHA007 | Assist with podiatric procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVB03 | HLTAHA008 | Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Electives - Occupational Therapy Specialisation
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational therapy).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB04 | HLTAHA010 | Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AVA96 | HLTAHA016 | Support the fitting of assistive equipment | 55 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Electives - Speech Pathology Specialisation
All Group D electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Speech pathology).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA98 | HLTAHA014 | Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AVA99 | HLTAHA013 | Provide support in dysphagia management | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AVB00 | HLTAHA012 | Support the development of speech and communication skills | 65 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Electives - Community Rehabilitation Specialisation
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Community rehabilitation).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB08 | HLTAHA004 | Support client independence and community participation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVA88 | HLTAHA024 | Work within a community rehabilitation environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F Electives - Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation
All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and dietetics).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA94 | HLTAHA018 | Assist with planning and evaluating meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVA91 | HLTAHA021 | Assist with screening and implementation of therapeutic diets | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVA93 | HLTAHA019 | Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVA92 | HLTAHA020 | Support food services in menu and meal order processing | 50 | Unit of competency |
8. Other Electives
Up to nine (9) units may be completed from the electives list, at least two (2) of these units must be coded HLTAHA.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J088 | HLT42512 | Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
| J057 | HLT31512 | Certificate III in Nutrition and Dietetic Assistance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIC9 | HLT43021 | Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
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