Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required by optical dispensers, to dispense and supply optical appliances as prescribed by optometrists and/or ophthalmologists in accordance with Australian Standards.
The units of competency included in this qualification contribute to the gaining of an optical dispenser's licence where this is required. Optical dispensers practice in a range of environments including optical dispensaries, optometric practices and laboratories. They may be self-employed or employed by another optical dispenser, an optometrist, a major optical dispensing company or other retailers.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Entry /licensing requirements :
In some States/Territories:
- Participants must have a licence to practise prior to placement in the workplace
- Participants may need to undertake HLTOPD402B Perform edging and fitting in order to meet local licensing requirements
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 14 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
BSBWOR301A Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
HLTOPD401B Work effectively in the ophthalmic industry
HLTOPD403B Dispense optical appliances and services
HLTOPD404B Dispense atypical prescriptions (Note pre-requs: HLTOPD401B, HLTOPD403B)
HLTOPD407B Perform workshop skills and place orders
SIRXSLS001A Sell products and services
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.
Group A 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
Other relevant electives
Other electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. The following electives may facilitate selection. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
BSBCUS301A Deliver and monitor a service to customers
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CHCCS311C Deliver and monitor services to clients
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
CHCORG607C Manage workplace issues
HLTCOM503C Manage a practice
HLTCSD306C Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
HLTHIR505C Provide leadership in promoting effective work practices in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
HLTOPD402B Perform edging and fitting
HLTOPD405B Market and promote optical products and services
