Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

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Set yourself up for a career in the health industry, providing support to professionals such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists

This course may be the ideal choice if you have worked in health in the past and are looking for a return to the health sector.

As the demand for therapy programs in hospital and community settings rise, allied health assistants will play an increasingly important role in the rehabilitation of clients and patients, and promotion of optimal health outcomes.

During the course you’ll gain industry specific training in basic medical terminology; client movement; infection control; client services; and assisting with an allied health program. You will also build numeracy, literacy, personal development and work related skills.

A minimum of 80 hours of work placement is required to complete this course which will be arranged by Chisholm Institute.

TIMETABLE:
Three days per week

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, to continue your learning journey, this program will be delivered remotely where possible.

Participants will be required to engage with theoretical components of the course online and via video conferencing software rather than attend classes. Refer to our COVID-19 Online Service Standards for details of minimum technical requirements and support available.

Practical skills training and assessment will be carried out in scheduled small classes to meet social distancing requirements. Practical Placement is a required component of this course and will be scheduled as soon as possible with an appropriate placement host. Given the current environment, however, this may take longer than normal and therefore, expected completion dates for the course may need to be extended to take account of deferred placement.

If you have any queries on the practical placement of a course, please contact our student information centre on 1300 244 746 or enquiries@chisholm.edu.au.

Course code: HLT33015
On campus: Frankston, Berwick
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 6 months.
Start dates: 8 February and 21 July 2021

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Experienced and passionate teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which focuses on preparing you for further study in your area of interest.

This nationally recognised qualification may lead to entry level employment in the allied health field.

The course can be completed full time over six months.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
BSBMED301	Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately.
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems.
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people.
CHCAGE001	Facilitate the empowerment of older people
HLTINF001	Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
HLTAHA001	Assist with an allied health program
HLTAID003	Provide first aid
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCCCS010	Maintain a high standard of service
CHCCCS006	Facilitate individual service planning and delivery

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance	Diploma Of Nursing	Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Possible job outcome	allied health assistant therapy assistant occupational therapy assistant	enrolled nurse	personal caregiver/ worker care supervisor residential care worker community program coordinator

Skills recognition

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Admission requirements

All applicants are required to complete BSKB and must obtain exit level 3 in both literacy and numeracy (working at level 4)., Please note: students need a Valid Working with Children Check (volunteer), a clear national police check and immunisations to undertake practical placement. Students will be unable to successfully complete the course without completing placement

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$476.00	$2376.00	$7260.00

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$140.00	$140.00	$140.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	$250
Payable	$741.00	$2766.00	$7650.00
Student eligible for Free TAFE course (Tuition fee exempt)
Payable (Free TAFE)	$265.00	$390.00	N/A

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

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