Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake a senior mortuary assistant or technician role in a hospital mortuary or who maintain a forensic mortuary. Some workers may also be involved in receiving, tracking and storing tissues as part of a Tissue Bank role.
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
To gain entry into HLT41607 Certificate IV in Mortuary Theatre Practice a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the HLT32007 Certificate III in Mortuary Practice:
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTMS208D Handle waste in a health care environment
HLTMT303D Maintain a mortuary service
HLTMT304D Assist with autopsy
HLTMT306D Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment
HLTMT307B Clean location to achieve low bacteria status
HLTMT310D Collect, preserve and store post mortem samples
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 12 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
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTMT407D Assist with special autopsy techniques
(Note pre-requ: HLTMT304D)
HLTMT408D Assist with forensic autopsy techniques
(Note pre-requ: HLTMT304D)
HLTMT409D Assist in the development of procedures for mortuary services
(Note pre-requ: HLTMT303D)
HLTMT416C Collect pathology specimens
HLTPAT302D Assist with microbiology testing
MSL934002A Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
Group A elective - required for work in mortuary theatre practice at this level
The following unit or a unit with equivalent competency outcomes is required to work in mortuary theatre practice.
HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
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 B 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.
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.
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTMT411C Screen tissue donors
HLTMT412B Receive, store and track evidence
HLTMT514C Procure and store tissues
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction