Foundation Education
Certificate III and Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- This is NOT a FREE TAFE course, government funding is NOT available. Payment plan options are available.
- Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. Limited visa holders can be accepted pending a VEVO check. This provider is not CRICOS registered and cannot accept Subclass 500 visa holders.
Course Information
Turn your passion for helping people into a career in Allied Health Assisting.
If you’re ready to advance your career in healthcare support, the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance and HLT40321 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance bundled offering sets you up with industry-relevant training to support Allied Health professionals in the delivery and implementation of patient care programs.
- Already working in the health sector? Advance your career with a dual qualification to broaden your career opportunities in healthcare.
- Looking to kick-start your career? Gain hands-on practical experience complemented with theoretical knowledge to start your journey as an Allied Health Assistant.
- Looking to change careers? Join an industry with high demand for qualified support roles with two nationally recognised qualifications in this bundled offering.
- Up to 24 months
- Complete one course unit approximately every 5 weeks to graduate in 24 months
- Recognising the impact of health conditions
- Interpreting and applying medical terminology appropriately
- Engaging with clinical supervision and delegation
- Delivering and monitoring physical or therapy programs
Subjects
Payment Option
Career Pathway
- Allied Health Assistant
- Therapy Assistant
- Physiotherapy Assistant
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Nutrition and Dietetics Assistant
- Speech Pathology Assistant
Course Features
- Personalised career advice: Our team of Australian-based Careers Advisors can support you with pre-enrolment enquiries through personalised phone consultations
- Dedicated support officers: Our expansive team of Support Officers can assist you with general enquiries relating to your course
- Learning support services: We offer a range of learning support services including individual support plans and learner guides delivered in alternative formats
Professional Recognition
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia
Eligibility
No specific educational prerequisites are required to enrol in this course.
Minimum Age
- Students under the age of 18 years require the signed consent of a parent or guardian to enrol in this qualification
Residency Status
- You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent or have the right to study in Australia other than a Student Visa
Computer Requirements
In order to complete the online part of the course you will need regular access to the following:
- Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
- Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
- Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
- Internet Browser: Google Chrome and Firefox are recommended browsers and have Javascript enabled
- MAC: Operating system – OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
- Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download)
External Requirements
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid must be completed with an external provider.
Work Placement
- Students may need to undertake a Working with Children check to meet individual work placement employer requirements
Work Placement
In this bundled offering, you’ll be required to complete 240 hours of mandatory placement under the supervision of a qualified workplace supervisor in an Allied Health workplace:
- 120 hours to be completed under the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance; followed by
- 120 hours to be completed under the HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance.
Primary workplace supervisor requirements
- Be an Allied Health professional currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Secondary workplace supervisor requirements:
- Option 1: Hold a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance qualification or higher, and have at least 12 months of full-time experience working as an Allied Health Assistant within the last three years (or the part-time equivalent of 12 months of full-time experience)
- Option 2: Demonstrate that they have worked as an Allied Health Assistant for at least three years (or the part-time equivalent of three years’ full-time experience over the past five years). You’ll be responsible for sourcing an appropriate work placement host employer/s. Foundation Education may provide support and guidance to identify work placement opportunities
Work placement logbook
You’ll be required to record your hours performing real and simulated tasks in a workplace environment in a logbook. The logbook must be submitted via our online learning management platform.
Curriculum
- Quizzes
- Knowledge Questions
- Case Studies
- Workplace Observations and Assessments
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