Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 10:15 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Basic Health Care
Certificate III in Basic Health Care
HLT33112
J070
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 basic health care services to clients. This work involves direct client contact under supervision. This qualification has been structured to include coverage of specific requirements for ambulance work and for medical assisting work in the Australian Defence Force (ADF). This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles may include:
Voluntary (or paid) ambulance work
First aid provider
Medical assistant (Defence)
Specific elective units of competency must be selected for this qualification to address requirements for work in the ambulance sector, as outlined below.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:- five (5) core units
- ten (10) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which must be selected for ambulance work
- Group B electives which are recommended for medical assisting work in Defence
- Group C 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 TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| D0712 | BSBFLM303C | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0835 | BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Ambulance Work Elective Units
The following four (4) units must be completed to meet the requirements in ambulance work.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD148 | HLTFA412A | Apply advanced first aid | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD146 | HLTFA311A | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WD048 | HLTAMBFC301D | Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health care | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5761 | HLTAP301B | Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Medical Assisting Work in Defence Units
Five (5) units to be completed when chosing medical assisting work in Defence.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD148 | HLTFA412A | Apply advanced first aid | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD046 | HLTAMBCR401C | Deliver basic clinical care | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WD313 | HLTWHS401A | Maintain workplace WHS processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5746 | HLTAMBSC401B | Manage routine scene and promote public safety | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C 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 |
5. Other Relevant Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5742 | HLTAMBFC402C | Communicate in complex or difficult situations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5762 | HLTAP401B | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WD046 | HLTAMBCR401C | Deliver basic clinical care | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D5749 | HLTAMBT301B | Transport non-emergency clients under operational conditions | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D9310 | CHCAC318B | Work effectively with older people | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC888 | CHCDIS301C | Work effectively with people with a disability | 85 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D053 | HLT33107 | Certificate III in Basic Health Care | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYX9 | HLT31215 | Certificate III in Basic Health Care | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships