Modification History
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Release |
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Release 3 |
Release 3. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care release 2. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency |
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Release 2 |
Release 2. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care release 1. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency |
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Release 1 |
Release 1. HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT311215 Certificate III in Basic Health Care. This release was made to updated mapping information and correct superseded unit codes listed in the qualification. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of first aid or medical response workers who provide basic health care services including emergency first aid and sometimes transport services in the pre-hospital and out-of-hospital environment. The qualification applies to people who provide a first response in workplaces such as industrial sites, first aid organisations and the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
11 units must be completed:
- 7 core units
- 4 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 2 units from the electives listed below
- up to 1 unit from the electives listed below or from any other current endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
The selection of electives must be relevant to the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
Note: Unit marked with* has a prerequisite HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
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Core units |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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HLTAAP001 |
Recognise healthy body systems |
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HLTAID011 |
Provide first aid |
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HLTINF006 |
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
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HLTOUT010 |
Communicate in complex situations to support health care |
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HLTWHS002 |
Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
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HLTWHS006 |
Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
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Elective units |
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BSBMED301 |
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
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BSBWOR203 |
Work effectively with others |
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CHCCCS020 |
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
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CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
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HLTAAP002 |
Confirm physical health status |
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HLTAID013 |
Provide first aid in remote or isolated site |
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HLTAID014 |
Provide advanced first aid |
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HLTAID015* |
Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy |
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HLTHPS001 |
Take clinical measurements |
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HLTHPS002 |
Support health professional in the delivery of care |
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HLTHPS006 |
Assist clients with medication |
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HLTOUT001 |
Implement safe access and egress |
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HLTOUT004 |
Assess and deliver basic clinical care |
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HLTOUT007 |
Transport non-emergency patients under operational conditions |
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HLTOUT008 |
Manage a scene |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT31215 Certificate III in Basic Health Care.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705
