HLT60807 Advanced Diploma of Neurophysiology Technology

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HLT60807 Advanced Diploma of Neurophysiology Technology

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:

Neurophysiology technician	Neurophysiology technologist

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

PACKAGING RULES 16 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 12 core units 4 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A neurophysiology electives - at least two (2) must be selected Group B 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, units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages

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