Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:20 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate III in Population Health
Certificate III in Population Health
HLT32212
J062
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 are operational in a range of Population Health projects/programs. Workers at this qualification level apply competencies normally used within established routines, methods and procedures in the fulfilment of work likely to be allocated by a Population Health professional. These workers contribute to the work of others through teamwork and coordination. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Registry officer, cancer surveillance
Outreach worker, needle and syringe exchange program
Disease control officer
Indigenous support worker
Assistant project officer
Allied health assistant/community worker
Team support worker
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- six (6) core units
- nine (9) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Group B electives - at least 5 units required from this group
- 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 six (6) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8443 | HLTPOP304C | Contribute to evaluating a population health project | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D8444 | HLTPOP303C | Contribute to population health project planning | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD312 | HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8442 | HLTPOP302C | Contribute to working with the community to identify health needs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8589 | CHCORG303B | Participate effectively in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D8441 | HLTPOP301C | Work effectively in the population health sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) or both units be chosen.
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 |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least five (5) units are to be completed from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Other Relevant Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D122 | HLT32207 | Certificate III in Population Health | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYX8 | HLT36015 | Certificate III in Population Health | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships