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.

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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

Employment Size

14,900 workers

Average Annual Salary

$54,711

Job Requirements

Qualification Needed

Skill Level

Lower skill

Average Age

48 Years Old

Future Growth

Strong

Gender Share

40% Female

Units of Competency

Core
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
To learn more about our flexible learning program:

 

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

Classroom
Date Training Day Duration (Weeks) Time Location Application Status
Coming Soon!
TBA TBA TBA Narre Warren 2025 expression of interest!
Coming Soon!
TBA TBA TBA Blackburn 2025 expression of interest!
Coming Soon!
TBA TBA TBA Preston 2025 expression of interest!


Flexible Learning

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
for practical sessions

Individualised Training Plan -
Up to 18 months

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Fees

Government Funded
Total Fee $250
Registration Fee $250
Tuition Fee $0
Resources Fee $0

Government Funded
(With Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card or Vet Gold Card)

Total Fee $250
Registration Fee $250
Tuition Fee $0
Resources Fee $0

Fee for Service

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. 

Are you eligible for government funding? 

Application

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One of our friendly student administration team members will then be in contact with you to discuss the enrolment process and obtain the necessary documentation prior to the course starting!

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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Nisha T.
Student Alumni | Cert III. in Health Services Assistance

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