Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
(PSA)
| Course Code: | HLT32507 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Health and Nursing |
| Location(s): | Moonee Ponds |
| Course Length: | Full-time (6 months) |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
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Course overview
The Certificate III in Health Service Assistant (Client/Patient Services) provides training for work that demands discretion and judgment in client-patient support services. Typically this is within a hospital or residential care facility and direct care is not involved.
You will learn about team leadership and workplace training. This qualification suits new apprenticeship pathways and is also offered in traineeship mode. For others, it is offered as a standard pre-service program with on and off-the-job training components.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBFLM303C | Contribute to Effective Workplace Relationships | 40 |
| BSBMED201A | Use Basic Medical Terminology | 30 |
| HLTAP301B | Recognise Healthy Body Systems in a Health Care Context | 70 |
| Total hours: | 140 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HLTCSD201C | Maintain High Standard of Client Service | 30 |
| HLTCSD203C | Prepare and Maintain Beds | 15 |
| HLTCSD208C | Transport Clients | 20 |
| HLTCSD304C | Support The Care of Clients | 20 |
| HLTCSD305C | Assist With Client Movement | 20 |
| HLTCSD306C | Respond Effectively to Difficult or Challenging Behaviour | 20 |
| HLTFA201A | Provide Basic Emergency Life Support | 8 |
| HLTFS204C | Provide Ward or Unit Based Food Preparation and Distribution Services | 20 |
| HLTFS207C | Follow Basic Food Safety Practices | 20 |
| HLTHIR301B | Communicate and Work Effectively in Health | 20 |
| HLTIN301C | Comply With Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Health Work | 20 |
| HLTMS206C | Perform General Cleaning Tasks in a Clinical Setting | 30 |
| HLTMS207C | Handle Medical Gases Safely | 20 |
| HLTOHS200B | Participate in OHS Practices | 20 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
Graduates will find job opportunities in food services, cleaning and patient transport, particularly with a team leadership, workplace training or leading-hand role.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will learn the skills and knowledge for work as patient services assistants.
What qualifications will I receive?
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion you will be awarded the Certificate III in Health Service Assistant (Client/Patient Services).
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Graduates are eligible for further study in the Certificate III in Aged Care Work, Certificate III in Home and Community Care, Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) or Certificate IV in Pathology Specimen Collection.
Can I apply?
Applications are now being taken for Semester 2, 2012 intake. Please register your details online today.
New groups commence regularly in this course and traineeships are available.
After application, you are invited to meet with prospective employers who select applicants for traineeships. Alternatively, you are invited to an interview selection process held at Kangan Institute for places within the pre-service, non-traineeship group.
How do I apply?
Please register your details online today for our Semester 2, mid year intake.
You may also obtain an application form from the Institute or contact us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
After you have lodged an application, you will be invited to attend an information session at the Moonee Ponds Campus.
INFORMATION SESSION DATES:
- Monday 28th May, 2012: 6pm - 8pm
- Tuesday 29th May, 2012 10am - 12pm
All applicants MUST attend an information session and complete a written questionnaire.
A group interview will be held after the information session for those who wish to continue with their application.
How will I be selected for this course?
Students will be selected on the basis of their application and a literacy test and an interview. Applicants must also demonstrate:
- Ability to be flexible and keen to take on any challenge.
- Ability to work well in a team/group environment.
- Respect for people’s rights.
- Willingness to take direction.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
How long is the course?
This course totals approximately 400 hours, typically 16 weeks study, which includes class time and placement.
Where and how can I study?
Classes are held at Moonee Ponds campus and industry locations.
The course is run on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Class time is 9am-3.30pm. Class duration is 7 weeks.
Placement will be from 7am - 3pm. Placement duration is 6 weeks.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods and may take place in your workplace. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided with this information.
Additional comments
Please allow two hours for the information session. There will be a short -answer written test involved.
INFORMATION SESSION DATES:
- Monday 28th May, 2012: 6pm - 8pm
- Tuesday 29th May, 2012 10am - 12pm
What will I study?
See units of competency
