Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
HLT42507
D070
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 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.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Therapy assistant
Podiatry assistant
Physiotherapy assistant
Speech pathology assistant
Occupational therapy assistant
Allied health assistant
Nutrition assistant
Dietetic assistant
Community rehabilitation assistant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIRMENTSThe following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
- BSBMED301B
- HLTAH301B
- HLTAP301B
- HLTCSD201C
- HLTCSD305C
- HLTHIR301B
- HLTIN301C
PACKAGING RULES
15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- 4 core units
- 11 elective units
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
- a generic qualification that covers a range of work functions, or
- a qualification tailored to address specific workplace requirements
Elective units are to be packaged as follows:
- Group A - Allied health electives
For award of this qualification (either generic or tailored) a minimum of 5
electives must be selected from Group A Allied Health electives
Note that Group A includes Groups B, C D, E, F and G
- Groups B to G - electives for allied health assistance specialisations
For award of a tailored qualification, to address spe
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8381 | HLTOHS300B | Contribute to OHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8282 | HLTHIR402C | Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8287 | HLTHIR506C | Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8309 | HLTIN403C | Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B Elective Units - Physiotherapy
Three (3) 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
Note: AH units must be delivered by a qualified Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5634 | HLTAH402B | Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5633 | HLTAH401B | Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5635 | HLTAH403B | Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility | 65 | Unit of competency |
3. Group D Elective Units - Occupational Therapy
Four (4) 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
Note: AH units must be delivered by a qualified Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5640 | HLTAH408B | Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5639 | HLTAH407B | Assist with the rehabilitation of clients | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5641 | HLTAH409B | Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes | 65 | Unit of competency |
| 5646 | HLTAH414B | Support the fitting of assistive devices | 55 | Unit of competency |
4. Group E Elective Units - Speech Pathology
Three (3) 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
Note: AH units must be delivered by a qualified Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5644 | HLTAH412B | Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5643 | HLTAH411B | Provide support in dysphagia management | 65 | Unit of competency |
| D5642 | HLTAH410B | Support the development of speech and communication skills | 65 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J088 | HLT42512 | Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science & Training (DEST).
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education & Training on 22 October 2007.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
The following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
BSBMED301BInterpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAH301BAssist with an allied health program
HLTAP301BRecognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCSD201CMaintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD305CAssist with client movement
HLTHIR301BCommunicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301CComply with infection control policies and procedures
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
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