Health Support Services
Certificate III in Health Support Services.
National Code: HLT32807
Certificate III in Health Support Services covers workers who provide support for the effective functioning of Health Services, requiring discretion and judgement. These functions are carried out under supervision.
These workers may also provide a team leadership, workplace training or leading hand function. Health Support Services do not involve direct care assistance tasks such as assisting other staff with care of clients.
The Core units for this Course offer general skills and knowledge requirements, with electives directing the stream of study to reflect the work activities of applicant, the areas offered are:
- Food Services Electives.
Career Opportunities.
Successful completion of this course may lead to employment roles:
- Leading Hand
- Domestic Assistant
- Food Service Assistant
- Kitchen Hand
- Assistant cook
- Food service worker
Entry Requirements
The acceptance into any Nationally Recognised Course will be relevant to area of study and will be on an individual basis with equity and consistency for those who apply.
Admission Criteria
- An ability to analyse, process and undertake required knowledge and skills of course
- Willingness to engage in group activities
- Recognised prior learning will be considered on the merits of application as underpinned by organisational policy and procedures (provided on application)
- Credit Transfer is provided for academic achievements from all other Registered Training Organisations.
- Employed in an agency which can provide the experience to meet course competencies
- Access and equity is applied to all training acceptance
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Duration of Course
This course is run over 12 months.
Course Requirements
This course is delivered by integrating off the job theory with on the job application.
15 competency units are required for award of this qualification, including:
- 4 compulsory units
- 11 elective units
Compulsory Units
HLTHIR301A – Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301A – Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
HLTOHS200A – Participate in OHS processes
BSBFLM202B – Contribute to effective workplace relationships
Electives
Elective units
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Workplaces may package electives to reflect the functions of workers. To facilitate the selection of electives, relevant competency units have been grouped as follows:
- Food services electives
Food services electives
HLTNA302B Plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines
HLTFS207B Follow basic food safety practices
HLTFS309B Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310B Apply and monitor food safety requirements
HLTFS311B Develop food safety programs
HLTFS312B Conduct food safety audits
HLTFS302B Prepare foods suitable for a range of food service settings
THHBCAT01B Prepare foods according to dietary and cultural needs
Introduction to course concept
This conceptual framework of this curriculum reflects the belief that the integration of classroom activities, group networking and on the job application promotes and further develops the skills of this course. The course is delivered in a systematic style which takes the participants through the learning steps which promotes comprehension and application of the principle of Health Services in the areas of
- Cleaning
Assessments
All assessment for the course are competency orientated and provide flexibility to meet the student’s learning needs and course requirements.
The assessments will include:
- Written
- Demonstration
- Questions
- Flexible learning packages
(A detailed training plan and assessments for each unit of the course will be negotiated with you, prior to commencement of the Certificate III in Health Support Services)
Course Fees
Fee for Service : $3,600.00 spread over a 12 month period
or
Traineeship
A limited number of Victorian Government Funded Positions available
This will be funded by the Victorian Government
See Fees and Refund Policy and Procedure
An information brochure on course fees is available from Haley College on
(03) 9530 9998.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be applied for (see policy)
RPL is an assessment process that involves re-assessment of previously gained experience relevant to the qualification. If RPL is granted, fees are adjusted accordingly .
Credit Transfer
Haley College will recognise relevant AQTF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other Registered Training Organisation. See Policy and Procedure. Talk to course Co ordinator on (03) 9530 9998
