Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
GLT07 Version 5 |
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HLT42107 Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology |
HLT42112 Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology |
Updated first aid core unit in V5 Qualification outcome equivalent HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes changed from OHS to WHS in the Core units |
Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake a range of cardiac physiological measurements, including electrocardiography, holter monitoring, and exercise stress testing.
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
Not Applicable
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
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCA401D Perform electrocardiography (ECG)
HLTCA402D Perform holter monitoring (Note pre-requ: HLTCA401D)
HLTCA403D Perform stress testing (Note pre-requ: HLTCA401D)
HLTCA404D Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Group A electives - required for work in cardiac technology
The following unit or a unit with equivalent competency outcomes is required to work in cardiac technology.
HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
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. The following grouping of electives is intended to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups and employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMKG413A Promote products and services
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
BSBWOR404B Develop work priorities
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes