Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLT40507 Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support |
HLT40512 Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support |
Updated in V5
addition of elective group: BSBINM301A, BSBITU202A, BSBITU303A, BSBITU306A HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes changed from OHS to WHS in the core units |
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Description
This qualification covers workers who provide a range of technical functions under the supervision of a pharmacist in a hospital or community setting. This may include pharmacies that are located outside of health services but supply medicines and products to hospitals and other health services. These workers may also have the role of coordinating the work of pharmacy assistants or aides. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into HLT40507 Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
HLTPH305A Maintain pharmaceutical imprest stock
HLTPH307A Pack pharmaceutical products
HLTPH315A Procure, store, maintain and distribute pharmaceutical stock
HLTPH316A Assist with dispensing of prescriptions and medication orders
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 14 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes
HLTPH408A Conduct small scale compounding and labelling of pharmaceutical products
HLTPH409A Conduct small-scale compounding and labelling of aseptic pharmaceutical products
HLTPH411A Provide assistance in dispensary administration
HLTPH418A Support pharmacists by collecting information for clients and other health professionals
HLTPH419A Support pharmacists in the collection and presentation of workplace data and information
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group A electives – recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
The following grouping of electives is intended to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.
Performance
BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTHIR501C Maintain an effective health work environment
Leadership
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues
Training and Development
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
TAEASS402B Assess competence
TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
Information Technology
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheets
BSBITU303A Design and produce text documents
BSBITU306A Design and produce business documents