Domestic Students
HLT47321
Certificate IV in Health Administration
Launch your career to new heights by becoming an outstanding Health Administration leader and making an epic impact in one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Study online
Qld Government
funding
Not Available as
a Traineeship
Upfront, Payment Plan
Workplace practical requirements
What can I expect?
Move into a senior or leadership role in health administration, expand your options within the healthcare and medical industries, and fast-track your career by gaining the essential skills and knowledge needed with a Certificate IV in Health Administration.
This certificate qualifies workers who support the effective functioning of health services at a senior operational level. These workers may also lead teams, provide workplace training, or perform a leading hand function. They do not deliver direct care to clients.
Career opportunities – where
will my studies lead me?
Practice
Manager
Executive
Assistant
Medical Records
Section Leader
Ward
Clerk
Health Administration Supervisor
Senior Clinical
Coder
With the Certificate IV in
Health Administration qualification, you will:
01
Build solid foundations for a career in a healthcare leadership role through understanding and developing skills such as leading effective workplace relationships, managing human resources, including supporting recruitment and induction of staff, interpreting and applying medical terminology, and implementing continuous operational improvement
02
Become an outstanding leader and make a positive impact on your team and workplace in one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries
03
Study a vocational education and training (VET) accredited course, which is a nationally recognised qualification and compliant with the standards for VET accredited courses, increasing your employability
04
Be qualified to lead a team of health professionals within a healthcare setting on completion of the qualification
Entry requirements
Not applicable.
Workplace practical
requirements
Students may be required to undertake practical workplace tasks in an approved workplace/environment to complete their qualification. This will be discussed with your Educator or Mentor.
Course Duration
6
12
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
Join in on our weekly live webinars
Fees and Payment Options:
Course fees:
Upfront
$2,955
Pay $1500 upfront
and Pay $1455 at completion
Payment Plan
$204
$54.00
Per Week for 52 weeks
RPL*
$1,877
50% payment upfront – $938.50
50% payment upon completion – $938.50
Administration fees are non-refundable.
We cannot accept payments more than $1,500 in advance. Please discuss with CA Student Services further information regarding payment of fees and fee plans.
Please note: A certificate or statement of attainment will only be issued once all course fees have been paid in full.
* The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) price applies to students undertaking the qualification through the RPL process.
If, after initial assessment and consultation with a nominated supervisor or employer, it is determined that the student needs to complete more than four (4) units through training, the enrolment will be transferred to the full course fee structure.
For more information, please refer to our Student Handbook
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 –
Career Boost Funding:
Concessional
$3.27
15
$49
Non-concessional
$6.60
15
$99
PLEASE NOTE Payment of Co-contribution Fee: Upon course approval, students are required to pay 30% of the Co-contribution fee. The remaining 70% must be paid prior to completion.
For example, $99 = $29.70 upon course approval, $69.30 prior to completion.
Career Boost funding via the Queensland Government’s Skills Assure Program supports ELIGIBLE* students in obtaining a Skill Set, Certificate IV or higher qualification. Students will be required to make a co-contribution fee (listed above) at course approval. For further information, see https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/training-careers/incentives
*Eligibility criteria apply to receive subsidised course fees and concessional status. See our funding brochure and complete the funding eligibility form below to find out more.
Qualification Structure:
A total of 15 units must be completed:
9
Core Units
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
HLTWHS003
Maintain work health and safety
BSBMED305
Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment
CHCCCS020
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTINF007
Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures
HLTADM010
Facilitate a coordinated approach to client care
HLTCCD003
Use medical terminology in health care
6
Elective Units - Choose 6
BSBHRM413
Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBHRM415
Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
BSBLDR414
Lead team effectiveness
BSBMED401
Manage patient recordkeeping systems
BSBOPS504
Manage business risk
BSBPEF402
Develop personal work priorities
BSBSTR401
Promote innovation in team environments
BSBINS408
Provide information from and about records
HLTINF006
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
BSBMED302
Prepare and process medical accounts
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
APPLY
Apply for the course you want with College Australia by completing the quick and easy online Application Form.
Click on the link below and choose the relevant qualification.
When we receive your application, we will send you an email regarding the pre-enrolment eligibility requirements, including a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Skills assessment (LLND), Recognition of Prior Learning application and an outline of documentation required for your application to proceed.
02
Determine Suitability
Before you start your training journey, we make sure the course is the right fit for you. This step includes:
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Pre-Enrolment Assessment (PEA) – including your Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills check.
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Discovery Call – a conversation with our team to talk through your goals, needs, and confirm key enrolment details.
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Payment of Fees – secure your spot with payment of the course fees.
Once complete, you’ll receive your Training Plan and be ready to get started
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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