Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who have role in the maintenance of, or who undertake a supervisory or senior role in a hospital or forensic mortuary or are involved with a tissue banking service
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the Certificate IV in Mortuary Practice:
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTHIR402C Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTMT407C Assist with special autopsy techniques (Note pre-requ: HLTMT304C)
HLTMT408C Assist with forensic autopsy techniques (Note pre-requ: HLTMT304C)
HLTMT409C Assist in the development of procedures for mortuary services (Note pre-requ: HLTMT303C)
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
MSL934002A Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 10 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
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
CHCORG619C Manage quality of organisation's service delivery outcomes
HLTIN504C Manage the control of infection (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTMT515B Manage compliance with mortuary standards and regulations
HLTOHS456B Identify , assess and control OHS risk in own work
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
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. The following sample of relevant electives may facilitate selection. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health work environment
HLTMT412B Receive , store and track evidence
HLTMT514B Procure and store tissues
MSL975003A Perform histological tests * * MSL974006A Perform biological procedures , MSL973007A Perform microscopic examination and MSL973004A Perform aseptic techniques are pre-requisites for this elective unit
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
