HLT33115 Certificate III Health Services Assistance
Become a job-ready Health Services Assistant with AHT.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this course, call us on (03) 9894 3900 or schedule a call appointment.
Course Information
This course gives individuals a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge to provide assistance to health professional staff for the care of patients.
This includes direct patient contact under supervision, supervise and coordinate a small team, clinical cleaning, food preparation and distribution, patient transport, assisting with movement, inventory, waste handling, handling of medical gas cylinders, and MET calls.
At All Health Training we're dedicated to inclusivity. We embrace access and equity principles, and we invite individuals with disabilities and from First Nations communities to apply. We believe in the strength of diversity and are here to support every learner in reaching their potential.
Job Prospects
Employment outcomes on completion of this course include varying roles which may include:
- Health Services Assistant
- Patient Services Assistant
- Patient Support Attendant
- Environmental Services Attendant/support
- Orderly
- Nursing assistant
Entry Requirements
This is an open entry program of study with participants needing to read, write and communicate in English to a level to perform the job.
- Students will be required to complete a “Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)” evaluation to determine suitability for the course
- Students must undertake a “Pre-Training Review” prior to determine suitable for the course
- Students must be over 18 years of age to conduct practical work placement.
- Students must obtain a volunteer Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) (commonly known as a police check) at their own expense. Please note, if there is a Disclosable Court Outcome on the record, we are unable to assist with placement, as industry partners require a clear record. In Victoria, this includes any offences by adults up to 10 years ago, and this requirement is non-negotiable.
Students must obtain a volunteer Working with Children Check at their own cost. - Students are required to be able to access appropriate technology (including a computer). Students must have sufficient digital literacy. Further details will be discussed upon application
- Students are required to provide All Health Training with evidence of current flu, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, Pertussis, Varicella, Diphtheria, Measles, Tetanus, Mumps and Rubella vaccination in order to participate in practical placements. Please note that COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended for healthcare workers, and some placement providers require evidence of 3 vaccinations.
Practical Placement
Practical placement of 80 hours is a mandatory requirement of this course. All Health Training will organise on our students behalf.
- The hours of work required within hospitals is usually in two shifts, the morning shift is from 7:00am - 3:00pm which is the preferred shift for our students to attend.
- All providers request students to undertake placement in one block of time and as such, All Health Training suggests if you are already working you consider discussing and organising work and/or family care arrangements prior to undertaking practical placement to enable you to undertake these duties during the week.
- Practical placement will be commenced during the course and must be completed within 1 month after the course conclusion. Placement is not available during the months of December & January due to restrictions with employers.
- Students will be required to wear an All Health Training polo shirt and name badge (both provided) on placement. In addition, long black pants & black closed in, non-slip shoes will be required which students will either need to provide or purchase at their own cost.
- Students may be asked to wear an N95 face mask or a surgical face mask whilst on placement
- Students may be asked for a negative COVID-19 test prior to attending placement – this may be a RAT or PCR testing. This will depend on the host employer's policies and procedures, and will be communicated to each student as placement is coordinated.
Fun Facts: Job Outcomes
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Units of Competency
Core | |
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Unit code | Title |
CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work effectively in health or community services |
HLTINF006 |
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
HLTWHS001 |
Participate in work health and safety |
BSBWOR301 |
Organise personal work priorities and development |
BSBMED301 |
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
HLTAAP001 |
Recognise healthy body systems |
CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
Elective | |
CHCCCS012 |
Prepare and maintain beds |
HLTAID011 |
Provide First Aid |
HLTFSE001 |
Follow Basic Food Safety Practices |
HLTHSS007 |
Handle medical gases safely |
HLTHSS003 |
Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting |
BSBFLM312 |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
CHCCCS026 |
Transport individuals |
CHCCCS002 |
Assist with movement |
CHCCCS010 |
Maintain high standard of service |
CHCAGE005 |
Provide support for people living with dementia |
CHCCCS020 |
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
Competency is assessed through a combination of practical application and demonstration of skills, research, analysis and completion of competency based workbooks.
Homework & At Home Study
Students are required to complete assessments outside of class time, which depending on a student’s underpinning knowledge, may be approximately 6 – 10 hours per week. Assessments will require access to a computer for research on the internet, accessing Microsoft Teams (AHT will provide you with on course commencement).
Delivery Options
- Classroom
- Flexible Learning
Duration
- Classroom day/evening courses: 22 - 30 weeks*
- Flexible learning program: Self-paced with max duration of 18 months
*Delivery locations and duration varies between intakes. Please see upcoming dates below.
Upcoming Dates
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Date | Training Day | Duration (Weeks) | Time | Location | Application Status |
Coming Soon!
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TBA | TBA | TBA | Narre Warren | 2025 expression of interest! |
Coming Soon!
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TBA | TBA | TBA | Blackburn | 2025 expression of interest! |
Coming Soon!
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TBA | TBA | TBA | Preston | 2025 expression of interest! |
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Induction Commencement | Days of Week | Location | Duration | Application Status |
Rolling Intake in November and December Grab a spot before it's gone! |
By Distance / Practical Sessions |
Required to come to Blackburn |
Individualised Training Plan - |
Click to Apply |
Fees
Government Funded | |
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Total Fee | $250 |
Registration Fee | $250 |
Tuition Fee | $0 |
Resources Fee | $0 |
Government Funded |
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Total Fee | $250 |
Registration Fee | $250 |
Tuition Fee | $0 |
Resources Fee | $0 |
Fee for Service |
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Total Fee | $2,000 |
Registration Fee | $250 |
Tuition Fee | $1,660 |
Resources Fee | $90 |
All Health Training offer flexible payment plans for our full fee students. Speak with us to learn more.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding under the Skills First Program and may impact your access to further government subsidised training.
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Application
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Opportunity for Credit Transfers (CT) & Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If students have already successfully completed unit/s of competency which are included within the qualification AHT offers, credit may be granted.
Competencies gained through other formal study or experience may be acknowledged through a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Further Education
For career advancement, consider pursuing higher-level qualifications like the Certificate III in Pathology Collection, Diploma of Nursing or Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. These qualifications can open doors within the healthcare sector.
"My trainer helped me gain confidence & I got through my course with so much ease. My placement experience was great & I got a job instantly just before my last class. Thanks AHT for helping me achieve my goal."
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