HLT57415 Diploma of Audiometry

Release: 1

HLT57415 Diploma of Audiometry

Modification History

Release	Comments
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. Removal of entry requirements.

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of audiometrists who conduct hearing assessments to identify hearing impairment and take appropriate action based on the test results. They may refer clients for further audiological or medical assessment, and be involved in care management and education programs. At this level, audiometrists also prescribe and dispense hearing aids and/or other listening devices to assist in hearing rehabilitation. Audiometrists may work in medical or industrial contexts or as independent practitioners.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 19

11 core units

8 elective units, consisting of:

at least 2 units from the Audiometry units listed below

up to 6 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

CHCCOM006	Establish and manage client relationships
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
CHCEDU008	Share health information
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically
HLTAAP002	Confirm physical health status
HLTAID003	Provide first aid
HLTAUD001	Assess hearing
HLTAUD004	Develop and implement individual hearing rehabilitation programs
HLTAUD005	Dispense hearing devices
HLTINF001	Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
HLTWHS003	Maintain work health and safety

Elective units

Audiometry

HLTAUD002	Conduct play audiometry
HLTAUD006	Remove cerumen
HLTAUD003	Assess and respond to occupational noise risk

Other electives

CHCAGE001	Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCDIV002	Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPOL003	Research and apply evidence to practice
HLTINF002	Process reusable medical devices and equipment
BSBCUS301	Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBFLM303	Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBINM301	Organise workplace information
BSBINN301	Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBLDR402	Lead effective workplace relationships
BSBMKG413	Promote products and services
BSBRES401	Analyse and present research information
BSBWOR404	Develop work priorities
TAEASS301B	Contribute to assessment
TAEASS401B	Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402B	Assess competence
TAEDEL301A	Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL401A	Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Qualification Mapping Information

No equivalent qualification.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705