Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to allied health professionals. The worker is required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an allied health professional. Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote and must occur within organisation requirements. The worker is required to identify client circumstances that need additional input from the allied health professional.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
The following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAH301B Assist with an allied health program
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCSD201C Maintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD305C Assist with client movement
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
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.
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
Elective units are to be packaged as follows:
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Core units
HLTHIR402C Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN403C Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Workplaces may package electives to reflect the functions of workers. Relevant units of competency have been identified and grouped to facilitate selection.
Electives must be selected as follows:
- At least 5 electives must be selected from Group A - Allied health electives.
- For award of a qualification with a specialisation units must be selected in line with requirements outlined below for the particular area of specialisation
- For award of the qualification without a specialisation , electives may be selected from all electives listed as Group A Allied Health electives
- Group A includes Groups B-G and 'Other Group A allied health electives'
- Further electives are to be selected in line with the Packaging Rules to a total of 11 electives.
Electives required for allied health assistance specialisations
Six industry sectors have identified specific electives required for allied health assistance specialisations.
Where units are achieved as required for the specialisation, this is to be clearly articulated on the transcript (certification) as per the following example:
"This qualification includes Group B electives as required for Physiotherapy "
- Group B electives - all 3 electives are required for the Physiotherapy specialisation
- Group C electives - all 4 electives are required for the Podiatry specialisation
- Group D electives - all 4 electives are required for the Occupational Therapy specialisation
- Group E electives - all 3 electives are required for the Speech Pathology specialisation
- Group F electives - all 3 electives are required for the Community Rehabilitation specialisation
- Group G electives - 2 electives from Group H are required for the Nutrition and Dietetics specialisation
Group A - ALLIED HEALTH ELECTIVES
Group B electives - all required for PHYSIOTHERAPY specialisation
HLTAH401B Deliver and monitor a client -specific exercise program (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B)
HLTAH402B Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B)
HLTAH403B Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B)
Group C electives - all required for PODIATRY specialisation
HLTAH404B Assist with basic foot hygiene (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B, HLTIN302B)
HLTAH405B Assist with podiatric procedures (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B, HLTIN302B)
HLTAH406B Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305C, HLTAH301B)
HLTIN302B Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
Group D electives - all required for OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY specialisation
HLTAH407B Assist with the rehabilitation of clients
HLTAH408B Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status
HLTAH409B Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes
LTAH414B Support the fitting of assistive devices
Group E electives - all required for SPEECH PATHOLOGY specialisation
HLTAH410B Support the development of speech and communication skills (Note pre-requ: HLTAH301B)
HLTAH411B Provide support in dysphagia management (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301B, HLTAH410B)
HLTAH412B Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301B, HLTAH410B)
Group F electives - all required for Community rehabilitation specialisation
HLTCR401B Work effectively in community rehabilitation
HLTCR402B Support client daily living requirements in a community rehabilitation context
HLTCR403B Support community access and participation
Group G electives - 2 required for NUTRITION and DIETETICS specialisation
Two electives must be selected from the following three to address requirements for the Nutrition and Dietetics mandatory elective group.
HLTAH415B Assist with the screening of dietary requirements and special diets (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301C, HLTNA302C, HLTNA303C, HLTNA304C, HLTNA305C, HLTFS207C)
HLTAH409B Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes
HLTAH420B Support the provision of basic nutrition advice /education (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301C, HLTNA302C, HLTNA303C, HLTNA304C, HLTFS207C)
Please note - Pre -requisite units for Nutrition and Dietetics Group G electives below
The following units (from the Certificate III in Nutrition and Dietetic Support) are pre-requisites for units listed as Group G electives for Nutrition and Dietetics (above) and as such must be completed.
HLTNA301C Provide assistance to nutrition and dietetic services
HLTNA302C Plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines
HLTNA303C Plan and modify meals and menus according to nutrition care plans
HLTNA304C Plan meals and menus to meet cultural and religious needs
HLTNA305C Support food services in menu and meal order processing
HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices
Other allied health electives
HLTAH302C Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast
HLTAH413B Deliver and monitor a hydrotherapy program (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
HLTAH414B Support the fitting of assistive devices
HLTAH416B Support special diet requirements (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301C, HLTNA302C, HLTNA303C, HLTNA304C, HLTNA305C, HLTFS207C)
HLTIN302B Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
Other relevant electives
Group H 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
Below are additional units of competency that may be selected as electives, grouped to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.
Client support
CHCCM401D Undertake case management
CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTAH302C Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
HLTCSD306C Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
HLTRAH301C Undertake visits to remote communities
First aid
HLTCPR201B Perform CPR
HLTFA201B Provide basic emergency life support
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTFA402C Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
Client care
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCN305B Provide care for babies
CHCCS416A Assess and provide services for clients with complex needs
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCHC311B Work effectively in home and community care
CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCMH301B Work effectively in mental health
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CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
CHCRF301E Work effectively with families to care for the child
HLTRAH302B Undertake home visits
SRCAQU007B Respond to an aquatic emergency using advanced water rescue techniques
SRCAQU008B Apply the principles of movement in water to aquatic activities
SRCAQU009B Instruct water familiarisation , buoyancy and mobility skills
SRCAQU012B Foster the motor , cognitive and personal development of infants and toddlers in an aquatic environment
SRCAQU014B Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities
SRCCRO009B Conduct a recreation program for older persons
SRCCRO010B Conduct a recreation program for people with a disability
SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs
SRFFIT005B Apply basic exercise science to exercise instruction
SRFFIT007B Undertake relevant exercise planning and programming
TAEDEL401A Plan , organise and deliver group -based learning
Performance
BSBAUD402B Participate in a quality audit
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
CHCPOL403B Undertake research activities
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Administration
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBMED401B Manage patient record keeping system
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
HLTCOM407B Provide reception services for a practice
HLTCOM503C Manage a practice
Medical imaging assistance
HLTMI301A Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging
HLTMI302A Support the medical imaging professional
Oral health electives
CHCOHC303A Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
CHCOHC406A Provide or assist with oral hygiene (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C or CHCOHS312B)
CHCOHC407A Apply and manage use of basic oral health products
