Modification History
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Release |
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Release 4 |
Release 4. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT47415 Certificate IV in Audiometry release 3. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency. |
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Release 3 |
Release 3. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT47415 Certificate IV in Audiometry release 2. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency. |
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Release 2 |
Release 2. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT47415 Certificate IV in Audiometry release 1. Minor change to update First Aid units of competency. |
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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. Significant changes to core units. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of audiometrists who conduct hearing assessments to identify hearing impairment and take action based on test results. They refer clients for further audiological or medical assessment, and may be involved in care management and education programs. Workers at this level do not prescribe or dispense hearing aids and are not qualified to work as independent practitioners. Audiometrists may work in medical or industrial contexts.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 11
- 8 core units
- 3 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 1 unit from the Audiometry units listed below
- up to 2 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.
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Core units |
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CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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CHCEDU008 |
Share health information |
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HLTAAP002 |
Confirm physical health status |
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HLTAID011 |
Provide first aid |
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HLTAUD001 |
Assess hearing |
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HLTINF006 |
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
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HLTWHS001 |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
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Elective units |
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Audiometry |
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HLTAUD002 |
Conduct play audiometry |
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HLTAUD003 |
Assess and respond to occupational noise risk |
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HLTAUD006 |
Remove cerumen |
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Other electives |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
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HLTINF002 |
Process reusable medical devices and equipment |
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BSBCUS301 |
Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
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BSBFLM303 |
Contribute to effective workplace relationships |
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BSBINM301 |
Organise workplace information |
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BSBINN301 |
Promote innovation in a team environment |
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BSBLDR402 |
Lead effective workplace relationships |
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BSBMKG413 |
Promote products and services |
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BSBWOR404 |
Develop work priorities |
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
