HLT43812 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services

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HLT43812 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services

Modification History

HLT07 Version 4	HLT07 Version 5	Comments
HLT43807 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services	HLT43812 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services	Updated in V5 - Updated core units HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

Description

This qualification covers workers who operate in a senior specialist role in a sterilising service or department. This worker is responsible for a range of functions, including the application of standards and quality requirements, stock maintenance and management and the efficacy of equipment and supplies.

This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Sterilisation supervisor	CSSD supervisor
Senior instrument technician

Pathways Information

Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

To gain entry into HLT43807 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:

BSBFLM303C	Contribute to effective workplace relationships

HLTHIR301C	Communicate and work effectively in health

HLTHSE204D	Follow safe manual handling practices

HLTIN301C	Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTWHS200A	Participate in WHS processes

HLTSTE301D	Clean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)

HLTSTE302D	Inspect and pack items

(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE308C)

HLTSTE303D	Sterilise loads (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)

HLTSTE306D	Manage sterile stock (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)

HLTSTE307C	Disinfect re-usable medical devices

(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE301D)

HLTSTE308C	Care for surgical instruments (Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301D)

Employability Skills Summary

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries

Packaging Rules

PACKAGING RULES 15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 10 core units 5 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Other relevant electives listed below Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing

Core units

BSBWOR401A	Establish effective workplace relationships

HLTAMBFC402C	Communicate in complex or difficult situations

(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301D)

HLTHIR402D	Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry

HLTWHS300A	Contribute to WHS processes

HLTSTE407C	Manage availability and effectiveness of reusable medical devices

HLTSTE408C	Manage effectiveness of reprocessing of reusable medical devices

HLTSTE409C	Facilitate effective steam steriliser function

(Note pre-requs: HLTSTE407C, HLTSTE408C)

HLTSTE410B	Facilitate effective cleaning functions

(Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301D)

TAEDEL301A	Provide work skill instruction

TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

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. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.

The following list of electives may facilitate selection.

BSBCUS401B	Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

BSBFLM305C	Support operational plan

BSBHRM402A	Recruit, select and induct staff

BSBMED301B	Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

BSBWOR402A	Promote team effectiveness

BSBWOR404B	Develop work priorities

CHCCS427A	Facilitate adult learning and development

TAEASS402B	Assess competence

TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace