RTO CODE 45542 | CRICOS Code 04128G
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| Name | Course Start Date | Course End Date | Cost | |
| Cert III HSA 2025 - International Students | 17/02/2025 | 08/08/2025 | $6,300.00 |
Course Description
The course is nationally recognised training with Rural Medical Education Australia (RTO code 45542, CRICOS code 04128G) delivering HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance and will give you the practical skills and knowledge to work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Course Details
| Course Code | HLT33115 | |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Duration | 6 – 9 months | |
| Total Course Cost | AUD $6,626.00 | |
| Study Locations | Toowoomba | |
| Course Commitment | 20hrs per week of face-to-face teaching and learning. | |
| 80hrs of practical industry placement. |
What is an Allied Service Assistant?
This course provides you with the qualifications to work as a Health Services Assistant (HSA or Assistant In Nursing – AIN) in a hospital or aged care setting. Typical roles undertaken by an HSA/AIN include working as an assistant in nursing, orderly, operating theatre technician, ward assistant or personal carer. Wages vary between employers from $25-35 per hour.
Who should apply for this course?
- International Students
- Current HSAs (AINs) working in healthcare (these applicants may be eligible for recognition of prior learning)
- People who currently do not work in a health care setting but are interested in obtaining a qualification to help them enter the industry
- High school students interested in a healthcare career
- AINs (also referred to as an Assistant in Nursing) seeking a qualification
You will learn:
- The role of an Allied Health Assistant r HSA (also referred to as an AIN) and how they contribute to the health and wellbeing of patients
- How to communicate in a healthcare setting
- How to work safely in a healthcare setting
- How to interpret and use medical terminology
- How the body works
- How to assist in the nursing care of patients
- How to perform tasks that are frequently delegated to Allied Health Assistants
- Specialised skills including assisting in the nursing care of patients in acute care settings such as hospitals
- A work-based practical industry placement to support you to practice your skills in a workplace setting
Core Units |
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| 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 |
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| CHCCCS002 | Assist with movement |
| CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
| CHCCCS026 | Transport individuals |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| HLTAIN001 | Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment |
| HLTAID002 | Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment |
Assessment
Students will be assessed via online quizzes, presentations, projects, written assessments, practical assessments, industry placement logbook and submitted work samples.
Practical Placement
Students are required to complete 80 hours of compulsory practical placement in a workplace where health services are delivered by HSAs.
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During your placement, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse and overseen by an enrolled nurse.
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Through RuralMedEd’s strong partnerships with the healthcare industry, you will have access to a range of placement opportunities, including private hospitals and Residential Aged Care Facilities. Although RuralMedEd will attempt to find a placement that fits with your work and family commitments, you may be required to manage your schedule in order to commit to the placement requirements. Travel may be required. Unless otherwise organised, placements will be offered in a full-time block of 40 hours per week for two consecutive weeks after completion of your study. If you are currently employed in the healthcare sector, please discuss with the RuralMedEd team the possibility of completing your placement at your current workplace.
Eligibility Requirements
Student Visa
It is a requirement that students hold a valid student visa issued by the Department of Home Affairs. For more information please read our International Applicant Process
Knowledge and skill requirements
It is recommended that students:
- are aged 17 or older at the course commencement date; or
- have language, literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to Year 12; or
- have a nationally recognised qualification at the Certificate II level or higher; or
- experience working in the healthcare sector.
Information and communication technology
All students will require the following technological equipment to complete the training and assessments:
- A computer and internet connection
- Printer and scanner;
- Applications to view online videos, images and browse the internet;List Item
- Students will need to possess computer skills including being able to create, download, scan and upload documents, navigate an online learning platform, send and receive emails and search for resources using web-based search engines.
Student Commitment
To participate in the course, students are expected to commit to the following:
- Attend all practical sessions;
- Complete all online content and assessment within the required timeframes;
- Complete the practical tasks provided, including:
- Standing, bending and kneeling on the floor
- Lifting light items
- Working being in a healthcare environment with patients who may have illness and injury
- Complete the 80 hour practical placement.
Students will be assessed via online quizzes, presentations, projects, written assessments, practical assessments, industry placement logbook and submitted work samples.
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The Working with Children Check (Blue Card Application)
A Blue Card must be provided by all students on enrolment. If you do not have a current Blue Card, go to https://www.bluecard.qld.gov.au
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Disability Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card Application)
A Yellow Card must be provided by all students on enrolment. If you do not have a current Yellow Card, go to https://workerscreening.dsdsatsip.qld.gov.au/workers/you-start
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National Police Certificate
A National Police Certificate must be provided by all students on enrolment. Go to the Queensland Police website to download an application form.
Please contact RuralMedEd if you have a notification or criminal history that appears on your certificate as this may affect your eligibility to complete the industry placement.
Immunisation
It is an RuralMedEd requirement that all health students are immunised or vaccinated against Hepatitis B, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis. RuralMedEd highly recommend vaccination for seasonal influenza and COVID-19.
Your immunisation and vaccination history will need to be certified by a general practitioner (GP).Â
RuralMedEd will provide you with a certification document for your GP to complete.
Course Trainers
RuralMedEd specialises in providing trainers and assessors with current professional experience delivering health services to patients in rural healthcare services, such as hospitals, community, disability and private practice environments. In addition to their professional industry qualifications, all trainers and assessors possess further qualifications in training and/or assessment.
Further Information
Enrolments for this course are now open, please contact us at rtosupport@ruralmeded.org .au or phone +617 4638 7999 for advice relating to your enrolment application.
