Skill Set
CHCSS00070
Assist clients with medication
Build confidence in supporting clients with their medication needs while ensuring safe, compliant and person-centred care practices.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Study online
Qld Government
funding
Not available as
a traineeship
Upfront
Workplace practical requirements
What can I expect?
This Skill Set is designed for individuals who already hold a Certificate III qualification or higher in a role involving direct client care or support and are looking to expand their responsibilities in the workplace. You will develop the skills and knowledge required to safely assist clients with their medications while working within organisational policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
This skill set is ideal for existing care and support workers seeking to enhance their capabilities and provide a broader range of support services within aged care, disability, and community care settings.
Career opportunities – where
will my studies lead me?
Aged Care
Worker
Disability Care
Worker
Personal
Caregiver
With this skill set, you will:
01
Develop skills in medication assistance to support clients safely and effectively in care and support environments.
02
Build confidence in following medication procedures while working within legal, ethical and organisational requirements.
03
Enhance your professional capabilities by expanding your ability to provide a broader range of client support services.
04
Strengthen the quality of care you provide by supporting client health, wellbeing and independence through safe medication practices.
Entry requirements
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in an area involving provision of direct client care or support
Workplace practical
requirements
Students who are not currently working within a personal support role are required to undertake unpaid vocational placement in an approved workplace to complete practical requirements. For more information, click here or call one of our friendly crew on
07 3255 0506
Course Duration
6
months part-time
Nationally Accredited
Skill Set
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:
non-funded Course fees:
Upfront
$200
Please note: A statement of attainment will only be issued once all course fees have been paid in full.
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.
Career Boost Funding:
Locations include:
Brisbane, Cairns, Central Queensland, Darling Downs – Maranoa, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan – Beaudesert, Moreton Bay – North, Moreton Bay – South, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Townsville areas.
general training pathway
Concessional
$12.50
2
$25
Non-concessional
$25
2
$50
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 at completion.
For example, $200 = $60 upon course approval, $140 at 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
Skill Set Structure:
A total of 2 units must be completed:
2
Units
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
HLTHPS006
Assist clients with medication
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
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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