Domestic Students
HLT33015
Certificate III
in Allied Health Assistance
Get your foot in the door and play a vital role within the high growth Allied Health industry supporting people with essential care across a diverse range of professions.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Study online
Qld Government
funding
Non-funded
traineeship
Pay per unit
Workplace practical requirements
What can I expect?
This entry-level qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to work alongside an Allied Health professional in an assistant role helping patients with rehabilitation. You will learn how to prepare programs and reports, supporting better health outcomes for patients.
Your career in an Allied Health Assistant role can profoundly affect the lives of the people you support. In this qualification, you will gain a solid understanding of the foundational principles for recognising healthy body systems, assisting with an allied health program, and interpreting and applying medical terminology, which will place you in a great position to apply for Allied Health Assistant roles.
Studying a Certificate III Allied Health Assistance will open a pathway to a diverse range of fields to work within, including Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Optometry, Medical Radiology and Podiatry.
Career opportunities – where
will my studies lead me?
Wellness Center Receptionist
Support Worker Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Community Engagement Assistant
Allied Health
Assistant
The Certificate III
in Allied Health Assistance is for you if:
01
You want to get your foot in the door of the fast-growing Allied Health Industry
02
You desire to make an impact in a role supporting an Allied Health professional and create opportunities to further your career in healthcare
03
You want to gain the entry-level skills and knowledge to start your career in an industry that’s diverse and offers you many pathways to success
Entry requirements
Students are required to provide us with the following security clearances when they enrol:
National Police Check or Blue Card/Yellow Card, dependent on organisational requirements
Workplace practical
requirements
Students who are not currently working within a personal support role are required to undertake a minimum of 80 hours of unpaid vocational placement in an approved workplace to complete their qualification. For more information, click here or call one of our friendly crew on
07 3255 0506
Course Duration
12
24
Nationally Accredited Qualification
Pathways to University
n/a
Rolling Enrolment
Enrol anytime
Learning Method
Study online at your own pace on any device
Live Webinars
Coming soon!
Fees and Payment Options:
Course fees:
Upfront
$1,977
and Pay $477 at completion
Pay Per Unit
$150
Total units: 15
Fee per unit: $135
RPL
$1,377
Pay 50% upfront ($688.50)
and 50% upon completion ($688.50)
Administration fees are non-refundable. Each unit will require payment before the release of your next unit.
For more information, please refer to our Fees, Charges & Refund Policy.
You will be required to follow your training plan. This will be discussed and agreed upon at induction. If you do not meet the obligation of the agreed timeframe, other charges may be applicable. Maximum time frames are subject to volumes of learning and qualifications being superseded.
Further charges may be applied if student obligations are not met in accordance with the agreed timeframes stated in the student training plan, discussed and determined at induction. Maximum time frames are subject to recommended study load and potential nationally authorised changes to qualification criteria.
Subsidised fee – Certificate 3
Guarantee funding
Concessional
$7
11
$77
Non-concessional
$16.09
11
$177
Certificate 3 Guarantee funding via the Queensland Government’s Skills Assure Program supports ELIGIBLE* students in obtaining their first post-school Certificate III Qualification. Students will be required to make a co-contribution fee (listed above) before the commencement of their course. For further information, – see desbt.qld.gov.au/training/training-careers/incentives/certificate3.Â
Qualification Structure:
A total of 11 units must be completed:
8
Core Units
CHCCCS010
Maintain a high standard of service
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
HLTAHA001
Assist with an allied health program
HLTINF006
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS001
Participate in workplace health and safety
BSBMED301
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
3
Elective Units
CHCAGE001
Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCDIS007
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
HLTFSE001
Follow basic food safety practices
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
We aim to help our students as much as possible. That’s why you can apply for and start your study journey in three easy steps.
01
Enrol
02
Meet your mentor
We will call you to confirm details, discuss eligibility, workplace and assessment requirements and ensure everything is correct.
This interview forms part of your orientation into your course and will allow you to ask further questions.
You will then be required to make payment.
Once payment is received, we will then send you the Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). This Includes details of your Educator and your Training Plan outlining the units you are undertaking and due dates
03
Commence your studies
You will receive an email with your login details. Remember these details and bookmark the login URL in your browser. Logging in will give you access to your first unit in the online portal.
Start on your first unit.
RPL students
Your Educator will contact you to progress the RPL process if you are undertaking this pathway.
Congratulations. You’re on your way to completing your new qualification!
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