Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0. HLTWHS004 incorrectly listed in core, replaced with HLTWHS003. Corrected typographical error: TAEDEL402A. Equivalent outcome. |
Release 1 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 2.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Change to packaging rules. Removal of entry requirements. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of skilled pharmacy technicians who work 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.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 14
- 10 core units
- 4 elective units, consisting of:
- up to 4 units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core units
CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
HLTAAP001 |
Recognise healthy body systems |
HLTPHA005 |
Conduct small scale compounding and labelling of pharmaceutical products |
HLTPHA006 |
Provide assistance in dispensary administration |
HLTPHA007 |
Conduct small scale compounding and labelling of aseptic pharmaceutical products |
HLTPHA008 |
Support pharmacist communication with clients and other health professionals |
HLTPHA009 |
Support pharmacists in the collection and presentation of workplace data and information |
HLTWHS003 |
Maintain work health and safety |
TAEDEL402A |
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace |
Elective units
CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
CHCMGT003 |
Lead the work team |
HLTPHA001 |
Maintain pharmaceutical imprest stock |
HLTPHA002 |
Pack pharmaceutical products |
HLTPHA003 |
Assist with dispensing of prescriptions and medication orders |
HLTPHA004 |
Order, maintain and distribute pharmaceutical stock |
BSBFLM309 |
Support continuous improvement systems and processes |
BSBHRM405 |
Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff |
BSBITU303 |
Design and produce text documents |
BSBITU306 |
Design and produce business documents |
BSBLDR402 |
Lead effective workplace relationships |
BSBLDR403 |
Lead team effectiveness |
BSBMGT403 |
Implement continuous improvement |
TAEASS402B |
Assess competence |
Qualification Mapping Information
No equivalent qualification.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705