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Version Effective: 18th of October, 2021
HLT33115 - Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Course Details
Course Summary
This qualification reflects the role of a variety of workers who use a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge to provide assistance to Health Professional staff for the care of clients. The role of a Health Services Assistant would involve direct client contact under supervision by a Health Professional. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must undertake work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course however all students are required to collect and complete mandatory checks as per CQUniversity policy in preparation for the compulsory vocational placement. Please make yourself familiar with the Compulsory Pre-Placement Requirements.
These Mandatory Vocational Placement Requirements ensure patient and student safety. Also refer to the Clinical Placement Guidelines and Mandatory Checks Requirements for Vocational Placement requirements.
Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrollment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
The COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory to be eligible to attend a WIL placement for a health-related course. Students will be required to provide evidence of having completed a COVID-19 vaccination schedule by the closing date prior to a WIL placement. The vaccine received must be a vaccine approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia.
Vocational Placement and Work Integrated Learning
Students must complete a Vocational Placement and/or Work Integrated Learning as part of this qualification.
Additional information
Vocational Placement is a compulsory part of this course, please refer to the Vocational Placement Guidelines for more details and requirements. Students must meet mandatory requirements as per CQUniversity policy prior to placement. Any enquiries should be directed to the WIL (Work Integrated Learning) Team via email to nursingclinical@cqu.edu.au or call (07) 4930 9124. See Link for further details: Compulsory Pre-Placement Requirements.
Students studying this course will need to attend two (2), compulsory two (2) day practical skills workshop. Students will be required to have completed this workshop prior to attending a practical work placement. Workshops details will be provided by your teacher and students should confirm workshop dates and attendance prior to booking travel and accommodation.
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 3: Certificate III |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Possible employment options may include: acute care assistance, assistant in nursing, nursing assistant, nursing support worker, patient service attendant, patient support assistant, patient care assistant, ward assistant.
Course Structures
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete 7 core units
- Complete 8 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Mixed Mode courses are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools and/or workshops.
- Online courses are delivered using online resources only.
- On-campus courses are delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching at CQUniversity campuses.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details , including the different study modes offered for each structure.
Please select a course structure from the options below:
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18 months part-time Start TAFE Now.
- Mixed Mode
- RPL/RCC/Credit
| Core | ||||
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| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective
Student must attend two (2) Residentials schools as scheduled by CQU to prepare for vocational placements. The residential schools are facilitated over two (2) days and offered across several CQU campuses including: Students can either choose HLTAID003 or HLTAID0011 as a credit transfer unit - not both |
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| CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS026 | Transport individuals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS012 | Prepare and maintain beds | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS010 | Maintain a high standard of service | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS002 | Assist with movement | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety |
| 1 | HLTINF001 - Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| 2 | CHCCCS026 - Transport individuals |
| 2 | CHCCOM005 - Communicate and work in health or community services |
| 3 | CHCLEG001 - Work legally and ethically |
| 3 | CHCCCS012 - Prepare and maintain beds |
| 4 | CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people |
| 4 | CHCCCS010 - Maintain a high standard of service |
| 5 | CHCCCS002 - Assist with movement |
| 5 | CHCCCS015 - Provide individualised support |
| 6 | HLTAAP001 - Recognise healthy body systems |
| 6 | BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| 7 | BSBWOR301 - Organise personal work priorities and development |
| 7 | CHCDIV002 - Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| 8 | HLTAID003 - Provide first aid |
| 8 | HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid |
The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
Standard Course Structure
12 months full-time
- RPL/RCC/Credit
- Mixed Mode
| Core | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective
Student must attend two (2) Residentials schools as scheduled by CQU to prepare for vocational placements. The residential schools are facilitated over two (2) days and offered across several CQU campuses including: Students can either choose HLTAID003 or HLTAID0011 as a credit transfer unit - not both |
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| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS012 | Prepare and maintain beds | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS026 | Transport individuals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS010 | Maintain a high standard of service | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCCCS002 | Assist with movement | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
|---|---|
| 1 | HLTINF001 - Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
| 1 | CHCCOM005 - Communicate and work in health or community services |
| 1 | HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety |
| 2 | CHCCCS026 - Transport individuals |
| 2 | CHCLEG001 - Work legally and ethically |
| 2 | CHCCCS012 - Prepare and maintain beds |
| 3 | CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people |
| 3 | CHCCCS015 - Provide individualised support |
| 3 | CHCCCS010 - Maintain a high standard of service |
| 3 | CHCCCS002 - Assist with movement |
| 4 | BSBWOR301 - Organise personal work priorities and development |
| 4 | HLTAAP001 - Recognise healthy body systems |
| 4 | BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| 4 | CHCDIV002 - Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| 5 | HLTAID003 - Provide first aid |
| 5 | HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid |
The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
Course Assessment Information
RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
| Assessment Types |
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| Practical Task |
| Third Party Verification |
| RPL |
| Other |
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.
Residential Schools/Workshops
Standard Course Structure
This course includes compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops. Select your preferred location for further details.
Mixed Mode
HLT33115 Health Services Assistance
| Location | Mixed Mode, As per online timetable |
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| Start Date | To Be Advised |
| End Date | To Be Advised |
| Start Time | 8:30 AM |
| End Time | 3:00 PM |
| Compulsory | Yes |
Domestic 2019 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Standard Course Structure
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2020 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Standard Course Structure
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time
April: Full Time
June: Full Time
September: Full Time
Domestic 2021 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Standard Course Structure
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time
July: Full Time
September: Full Time
November: Full Time
Domestic 2022 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time
Standard Course Structure
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time
April: Full Time
June: Full Time
July: Full Time
September: Full Time
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
The availabilities shown above are for the current and future years. To view any historic availabilities please press "Show Historic Availabilities" below:
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Online Timetable
Please refer to the online Timetable for the most up to date details for mixed mode residentials. Please note that dates and locations are subject to change.
Residential School Information / On-campus Learning Sessions
Students studying this course will need to attend one, compulsory four day practical skills residential. Students will be required to have completed this residential school prior to attending a practical work placement.
Residential schools are offered across several CQUniversity campuses including:
- Townsville
- Mackay
- Rockhampton
- Gladstone
Residential school details will be provided by your teacher and students must confirm workshop dates and attendance prior to booking travel and accommodation.
Work Placement Requirements - Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
All students will be required to undertake 80 hours a work placement component as a part of this qualification. This will be arranged by the University WIL team. Any enquiries should be directed to the WIL (Work Integrated Learning) Team via email to nursingclinical@cqu.edu.au or call (07) 4930 9124.
All students will need to comply with the CQUniversity Immunisation Policy, Mandatory Checks and relevant cut off dates.
Skilling Queenslanders for Work Initiative
Community organisations successful in their application with the Queensland Government have access to the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative. This funding can assist students, who meet the eligibility criteria, apply for a place in their community organisation’s project. Further information about the initiative can be found at https://training.qld.gov.au/home/sqw.
The following community organisations have a partnership agreement in place with CQUni, as the preferred Registered Training Organisation. This partnership gives these organisations the ability to recruit students within their community who meet the eligibility criteria set by the Department of Education and Training, and send through documentation to enable CQUni to process the pre-enrolments.
They are:
- Tully Support Centre Inc. Email: info@tullysupportcentre.com.au
Students currently studying or wanting to enquire about eligibility with the funding or for this course can contact the community organisation.
Resource and Computing Requirements
It is a requirement of enrolment in this course that you have access to the CQUniversity website. You will be required to undertake various components of study in the course using email and the internet.
It is strongly recommended that you have access to a broadband connection or higher to access online resources that would include but are not limited to, email, internet, video streaming, electronic assessment submission.
All submissions of assessment must be uploaded electronically to the VET Moodle platform.