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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
HLT43021
About the Course
Career Outcome
Fees
About the Course
The HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance offered by Open Colleges is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills needed to support healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists. In addition, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.
This nationally recognised qualification prepares students to assist in the treatment of individuals facing various health challenges, ultimately enhancing their quality of life. The course covers a broad range of topics, including safe work practices, medical terminology, and the principles of infection control, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for a rewarding career in the allied health sector.
Students will engage in practical learning experiences that foster their ability to work effectively with diverse populations and support the independence and well-being of clients. The course structure is flexible, allowing learners to study at their own pace without the pressure of exams, making it an ideal choice for those balancing personal and professional commitments. With a focus on real-world application, the HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance not only provides theoretical knowledge but also prepares students for hands-on roles in community rehabilitation and therapy settings. Enquire to learn more.
160 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.
What you’ll need
What you’ll need
Entry requirements can differ depending on the course. Generally, you need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If you are under 18, you will require permission from a parent or guardian. Students should also possess basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to read course materials comfortably, understand technical terms, and communicate effectively via email.
To learn more about the specific entry requirements for this course or if you need advice on whether this course is suitable for you please enquire now.
Please note: This course is not available to student visa holders.
Subject summary
Subject summary
In this HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance course, the subjects that may be studied include:
- CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
- HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
- BSBMED301 – Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- BSBMED303 – Maintain patient records
- CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCCS020 – Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
- HLTAHA027 – Assist with an allied health program
- HLTAHA049 – Recognise impact of health conditions
- HLTAHA044 – Work within a community rehabilitation environment
- HLTAHA031 – Assist in rehabilitation programs
- HLTAHA032 – Support maintenance of functional status
- HLTAHA029 – Support independence and community participation
- HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
- HLTAHA047 – Engage with clinical supervision and delegation
160 hours of work placement are also required, consisting of 40 hours workplace learning and 120 hours workplace assessment. Finding work placement is easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.
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