Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Course Code: HLT42507
Study Area: Allied Health

This qualification is aimed at workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to allied health professionals such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Participants undertake physiotherapy and occupational therapy skill sets, as well as a cluster of units to cover strength training and recreational programs for older persons.

Where

Bendigo (City Campus)

Duration

The program is conducted over 12-15 months. Delivery includes:

Classroom sessions conducted by allied health professionals
Clinical placement where students can combine theory with practical experiences
Flexible delivery including online access to presentations, activities and self assessment

Accreditation

This qualification is nationally recognised.

Study options

Flexi-mode; Full time

Possible careers

The occupational titles for people completing this course may include:

Allied Health Assistant
Therapy Assistant
Physiotherapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant

Course pre-requisites

The following pre and co-requisite units of competency can be undertaken as part of this qualification:

HLTHIR301A - Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTAH301A - Assist with an allied health program
HLTIN301B - Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTCSD201B - Maintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD305B - Assist with client movement
HLTAP301A - Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
BSBMED301B - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Other course requirements

There are no formal entry requirements although we recommend a language, literacy and numeracy competency of Year 12/VCE level. Working in the field is advantageous but not compulsory. A Police Check must be obtained prior to undertaking placement.

Find out more

This qualification is aimed at workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to Allied Health Professionals such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists. The worker is required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an Allied Health Professional. Our training program is designed to accommodate students who work by providing flexible training options.

What is the application process?

Online application direct to Bendigo TAFE

What is the selection process?

Individual Interview

Will my previous experience and study be recognised?

Recognition of your current qualifications and prior learning: Bendigo TAFE has processes to give you credit for relevant units from your prior study, and to assess your prior learning against units in a course.

What are the standard assessment methods?

Project work; Role plays and simulated experiences; Examination or testing; Online assessment; Oral presentations; Practical assessment; Workplace assessment; Written assessment

How can this course be studied?

Flexi-mode; Full time

How is this course delivered?

Classroom based training; Electronic; Multi-mode

What are the main topics studied in this course?

Bendigo TAFE offers this qualification with skill sets in the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy streams.
CORE:

HLTHIR402B Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR506B Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN403B Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures
HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes

PHYSIOTHERAPY ELECTIVES:

HLTAH401A Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program
HLTAH402A Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions
HLTAH403A Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ELECTIVES:

HLTAH407A Assist with the rehabilitation of clients
HLTAH408A Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status
HLTAH409A Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes
HLTAH414A Support the fitting of assistive devices

OTHER ELECTIVES:

HLTCSD306B Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
HLTFA301B Apply first aid
SRCCRO009B Conduct a recreation program for older persons
SRFFIT004B Develop Basic Fitness Program
SRFGYM001B Instruct Fitness Activity Skills To A Client Using Fitness Equipment

What further study could this course lead to?

This qualification mmay assist students in preparation for further studies in the area of health, exercise physiology, physiotherapy or occupational therapy through other educational institutions.

Can this course be delivered as an Apprenticeship or Traineeship?

When is this course scheduled to start?

Associated Sessions

Campus	Start Date	End Date	Attendance Mode	Additional Information
Bendigo - City Campus	29/03/2012	20/12/2013	Full Time	Additional Info

Please contact Bendigo TAFE for more information.

What are the fees for this course?

What are the requirements for successful completion of this course?

Total Units 22 = 4 Core, 11 Elective, 7 Pre and co-requisities

What is the typical content for this course?

Associated Units

Unit Code	Unit Name	Duration
BSBMED301B	Interpret And Apply Medical Terminology Appropriately	60
CHCCS401A	Facilitate co-operative behaviour	40
HLTAH301A	Assist with an allied health program	40
HLTAH401A	Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program	40
HLTAH402A	Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions	40
HLTAH403A	Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility	40
HLTAH407A	Assist with the rehabilitation of clients	90
HLTAH408A	Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status	90
HLTAH409A	Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes	60
HLTAH414A	Support the fitting of assistive devices	70
HLTAP301A	Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context	70
HLTCOM301B	Provide specific information to clients	20
HLTCPR201B	Perform CPR	3
HLTCSD201B	Maintain high standard of client service	30
HLTCSD305B	Assist with client movement	20
HLTCSD306B	Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour	20
HLTFA301B	Apply first aid	18
HLTHIR301A	Communicate and work effectively in health	20
HLTHIR402B	Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry	30
HLTHIR403B	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers	20
HLTHIR404C	Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people	20
HLTHIR506B	Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements	50
HLTIN301B	Comply with infection control policies and procedures	20
HLTIN302A	Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work	30
HLTIN403B	Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures	50
HLTOHS300A	Contribute to OHS processes	20
SRCCRO009B	Conduct A Recreation Program For Older Persons	30
SRFFIT004B	Develop Basic Fitness Program	20
SRFFIT005B	Apply Basic Exercise Science To Exercise Instruction	15
SRFGYM001B	Instruct Fitness Activity Skills To A Client Using Fitness Equipment	20