Skill set Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 1:14 PM AWST
22/07/2026 1:14 PM AWST
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Allied Health Assistance - Communication and Swallowing Skill Set
Allied Health Assistance - Communication and Swallowing Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00080
HLTSS00080
State Code
AF002
AF002
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
25/11/2022
Current Release Date
25/11/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
15/06/2023
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
150
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/11/2022 | Current | Approved |
Pathway Information
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Skill Set Entry Requirements
A Current Qualification Release or associated Course does not exist.
Target Group
Suggested words for statement of attainment
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEI13 | HLTAHA036 | Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication system | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OEI30 | HLTAHA035 | Provide support in dysphagia management | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEI72 | HLTAHA034 | Support the development of speech and communication skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD304 | HLTSS00057 | Allied Health Assistance - Speech Pathology Skill Set | Skill set |