Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLT43507 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing |
HLT43512 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing |
Updated in V5 – changes to number of core and elective units to comply with NQC packaging rules HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes changed from OHS to WHS unit |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required by optical dispensers, to dispense and supply optical appliances as prescribed by optometrists and/or ophthalmologists in accordance with Australian Standards.
The units of competency included in this qualification contribute to the gaining of an optical dispenser's licence where this is required. Optical dispensers practice in a range of environments including optical dispensaries, optometric practices and laboratories. They may be self-employed or employed by another optical dispenser, an optometrist, a major optical dispensing company or other retailers.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Entry /licensing requirements :
In some States/Territories:
- Participants must have a licence to practise prior to placement in the workplace
- Participants may need to undertake HLTOPD402C Perform edging and fitting in order to meet local licensing requirements
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Employability Skills Summary
This qualification contains Employability Skills
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
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
HLTCOM405D Administer a practice
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
HLTOPD401C Work effectively in the ophthalmic industry
HLTOPD403C Dispense optical appliances and services(Note pre-requisite: HLTOPD401C)
HLTOPD404C Dispense atypical prescriptions (Note pre-requs: HLTOPD401C, HLTOPD403C)
HLTOPD407C Perform workshop skills and place orders (Note pre-requisite: HLTOPD401C)
SIRXSLS001A Sell products and services
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
Other electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. The following electives may facilitate selection. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers
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CHCCS311C Deliver and monitor services to clients
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
CHCORG607C Manage workplace issues
HLTCOM503D Manage a practice
HLTCSD306D Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
HLTHIR505D Provide leadership in promoting effective work practices in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes
HLTOPD402C Perform edging and fitting
HLTOPD405C Market and promote optical products and services