Overview
This course provides individuals with the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification
in direct client care under the supervision of a health care professional.
The flexibility of the course allows participants to select Units of Competency for a specifi c
work role or the multi-skilling requirements necessary for smaller and rural/remote work settings.
Recommended for
The training course is suitable for those working in a health care setting with the desire to be
involved in direct client care. Relevant health support roles include:
- Patient Care assistants
- Orderly
- Nursing assistant
- Operating theatre technicians
- Theatre support
- Nursing support worker
- Mortuary assistant
- Wards-person
Course Content
All course material will be provided by way of Learning Guides which are part of the on-the-job
learning process including:
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Recognising healthy body systems
- Occupational health and safety processes.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Undertake tasks of direct care under the supervision of a health care professional
- Work within current legislation, policy, procedures and organisational protocol
- Work with clients and colleagues in a health envirinment.
Assessment
Written assignments, third party reports and a workplace assessment are essential requirements for
successful completion of this qualification.
Dates
Flexible start dates. On the job learning.
Cost
Please contact Health Training Australia for further details. Australian apprenticeship incentives
may apply.
Contact Information
For more information please contact:
HTA Employment & Training
Ph: (08) 9273 3033
Fax: (08) 9273 3045
Email: hta@amawa.com.au
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