Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake a range of neurological diagnostic investigations and provide assistance to neurologists for specialized procedures.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 16 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
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTAP501B Analyse health information (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B)
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTHIR402C Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTNE401C Perform electroencephalography (EEG )
HLTNE405C Provide care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
HLTNE602C Perform evoked potentials recording (Note pre-requ: HLTNE401C)
HLTNE604C Assist with nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG ) (Note pre-requ: HLTNE401C)
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
Group A - neurophysiology electives (at least 2 required )
At least 2 units must be selected from this group.
HLTNE606C Perform intra -operative neurophysiology monitoring (Note pre-requ: HLTNE401C)
HLTNE607C Perform long term electroencephalography (EEG ) monitoring (Note pre-requ: HLTNE401C)
HLTNE608C Perform polysomnographic recording (Note pre-requ: HLTNE401C)
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 B 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. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system
BSBMGT502B Manage people performance
BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan
BSBMGT516B Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information
BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development
BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health work environment
HLTOHS501A Manage workplace OHS processes
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
