HLT33115 – Certificate III in
Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care)

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) equips individuals with the foundational skills to support healthcare professionals in various settings, including hospitals and aged care facilities. This course covers assisting with patient care, infection control, and working effectively in healthcare teams. Graduates are prepared for roles like Health Services Assistant, providing essential support in nursing and healthcare environments.

• Flexible Learning: Online theory classes with on-campus simulation workshops.
• Assured Placement: Gain hands-on experience with professional placements.
• Monthly Intakes: Enrol anytime with flexible start dates.
• Comprehensive Student Support: 24/7 access to resources, personalised guidance, and career support.
• Industry Connections: Network with healthcare leaders and gain real-world exposure.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train with the latest equipment in modern learning environments

15 units of competency are required for this qualification.

• 7 core units
• 8 elective units

CORE UNITS

CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems
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
BSBWOR301	Organise personal work priorities and development

ELECTIVE UNITS

CHCCCS002	Assist with movement
CHCCCS020	Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CHCCCS026	Transport individuals
HLTAIN001	Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment
HLTAIN002	Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment
CHCCCS012	Prepare and maintain beds
CHCCCS015	Provide individualised support
HLTAID003	Provide first aid

• Nursing Assistant in the Acute care department of a hospital
• Nursing Assistant in Age Care Centre
• Personal care assistant
• Care service employees
• Ward Assistant
• Personal Care Assistant
• Patient Support Assistant
• Operation Theatre Assistant
• Nursing Support Worker

The total tuition cost for the HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care) is AUD $12,000 for international students.

*Speak to our team to know about current scholarships.

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• Perth
• Sydney
• Heidelberg
• Melbourne CBD
• Brisbane

FACE TO FACE DELIVERY:

Students are required to attend 20 contact hours per week physically at the campus and professional experience placements.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP) is an essential component of some of the units of this qualification. Students will commence the 80 hours of placement (PEP) upon completing all theory assessments including simulation-based assessments (SBA). During the PEP, students will apply the required essential knowledge and skills to demonstrate competency for each unit of this qualification.

Each student will work in pairs with a buddy staff member under the supervision of the workplace supervisor at the PEP facility.

An IHNA trainer and assessor will monitor the student’s progress during the PEP. All PEPs are arranged by IHNA. Students may arrange PEP by themselves if preferred, as agreed with and in consultation with, the course coordinator.

Note: Where a student breaches the PEP requirements as stated in the Entry Requirements, they could be excluded from their PEP. IHNA will not be responsible for any such exclusion.

IHNA Admission Requirements

General Admission Criteria:

• Successful completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older at the start of the course.
• Pass the Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) test at ACSF level 3.
• English proficiency requirements:
  • IELTS (Academic) – 6.0 overall or equivalent ^*
    

    ^*Students are required to meet the Department of Home Affairs English language requirements for student visa applications, which may differ from the above course entry requirements. For more information:- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language

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Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student’s suitability.

Digital Literacy:

• Basic computer skills including file management, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, information retrieval, and understanding the social and ethical implications of Internet use.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP) Requirements:

• Satisfactory National Police Clearance (NCC) or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate.
• Required immunisations.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Our approach is to collect evidence on whether the student can perform to the standards of the workplace. This is based on the relevant unit of competency, and you’ll find these tools being used:

• Knowledge Based Assessments (KBA)
• Simulation Based Assessments (SBA)
• Professional Experience Placement (PEP)

With RPL, we assess your skills based on formal, non-formal, informal learning, or direct work experience that matches the course requirements.

We use CT when you have completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of our course. We grant credit according to the Certification, Issuing, and Recognition of Qualifications and Statements of Attainment. Assessing a CT is free.

If you are eligible for RPL or CT, you may be able to finish the course faster and reduce the total course fees. Check your eligibility with us.

1. Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Enrol Now” on the top right corner of the course page.
2. Interview: Once you’ve met IHNA’s eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant
3. Offer Letter: If you’re successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
4. Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
5. Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a conformation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.

Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.