HLT30121 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Study for rewarding career in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health care.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in health care support roles in a diversity of locations including urban, rural and remote settings. It is specific to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who work under general supervision as part of a multidisciplinary health care team providing primary health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.

At this level, work involves the provision of generalist health services and the use of some discretion and judgment within the parameters of clearly defined plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in a range of health care settings including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community organisations, and the public or private health sector.

VACCHO SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is a VACCHO requirement for those wishing to undertake this course that they:

must be prepared to complete a Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-training Requirements (PTR) as part of the enrolment process.
are over 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
are either
- - working or volunteering in roles providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people or
  - working or volunteering for an Aboriginal Organisation or
  - a carer for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person or
  - employed or have the capacity to volunteer at an organisation relevant to this course to complete their work placement hours/workplace-based assessments.
have wide-ranging skills and knowledge about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ways of living.
have basic digital skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word and PowerPoint, such as creating and saving a new file and adding and editing text, tables, images, and fonts.
have basic internet skills to undertake online research.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Develop foundation knowledge needed to undertake basic health assessments, identify community health issues, needs, and strategies, provide information and strategies in chronic condition care, and assist with basic health screening, promotion, and education.

AT A GLANCE

Duration

This course is typically offered over 18 months with classes held once a month, Tuesday – Thursday, 9.00 am- 5.00 pm.

Delivery and Locations

VACCHO
17-23 Sackville Street,
Collingwood

Assessments

Written questions, portfolio, workplace project, case studies, role plays observation/demonstration

Cost (Fees & Charges)

Refer to Fees & Charges.

Ask about our RPL fees if you have previous equivalent experiences

Qualification

HLT30121 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care subject to satisfactory course completion and meeting all VACCHO terms & conditions

WHY LEARN WITH US?

01 INDUSTRY RELEVANT

This training program has been developed in consultation with other ACCHOs and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community sector to ensure its relevance.

02 EXPERT TRAINERS

Our staff have current on-the-job experience, bringing this into the training program to offer real industry training based on current industry trends.

03 EXPERIENCED SUPPORT TEAM

We offer in-house Mentors and support and have also teamed up with external experts to ensure that you are fully supported to succeed.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

The units of competency listed below are an example of the units that would typically be included in this qualification.

Unit Code

CHCCOM005

CHCLEG001

HLTWHS001

HLTINF006

HLTAADV001

HLTAAP001

HLTAHCS002

HLTAMED001

HLTAWOR001

HLTAID011

CHCCOM002

HLTAADV002

HLTASEW002

HLTOHC009

HLTOHC010

Unit Name

Communicate and work in health or community services

Work legally and ethically

Participate in workplace health and safety

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Support clients to access health services

Recognise healthy body systems

Assist with health assessments

Work under instructions to support the safe use of medications

Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health support role

Provide First Aid

Use communication to build relationships

Support the rights and needs of clients

Assess and support the social and emotional wellbeing of clients

Apply and use basic oral health products

Use basic oral health screening tools

Core or Elective

Core

Elective

HLTAID011 – Provide first aid (NOTE: Students need to complete unit externally and provide a valid First Aid certificate for a credit transfer prior to completion of course)

PRE-REQUISITES REQUIREMENTS

Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to access and search the internet, use software (such as Microsoft Word) to create documents, upload and download documents.

A National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required before the placement component can be undertaken.

Evidence of some vaccinations is also a requirement including but not limited to influenza (flu) vaccination and COVID vaccination prior to the placement component.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR STUDIES & EXPERIENCES

If you believe that you have previously completed one or more of the above units, ask about our Credit Transfer services.

If you believe that you have a range of work and life experiences that relate to one or more of these unit, ask about our Recognition of Prior Learning/Competency (RPL) services.

If eligible, you will not be required to undertake these units again with us as you will receive recognition of your prior studies and/or experiences.

JOB PROSPECTS

Take a glimpse at the jobs you can take on—possible tasks, salary information, skill level required, and industry growth forecast: https://labourmarketinsights.gov.au/

WORK PLACEMENT

250 hours of Practical Placement are required to develop skills and competencies in the workplace environment. Students will need to organise this placement with a relevant Facility or Organisation.

FEES AND CHARGES

Refer to VACCHO Course Fee 2024

Skills First Aboriginal Access fee waiver’ is available for students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders. Your tuition fees are covered under this scheme.

Various funding schemes will cover the amenities and material fees for a student who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Fees and charges for students from the broader community will be individually assessed and tailored to each case.

The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

You may be eligible for a Fee Concession (VACCHO will check your entitlement for a Fee Concession as part of your enrolment and prior to the commencement of training). This includes holders of a current Health Care Card and pensioner Concession.

Travel and accommodation may be AbStudy subsidised for eligible students. Ask for further details.

WHAT I NEED TO BRING OR BUY

Desktop computer/laptop.
Stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 3mbps.
An email account such as through Yahoo, Hotmail and Gmail.
Microsoft Office (2010 version or later) – must include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Video conferencing software (Zoom) preferred.

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR A SKILLS FIRST SUBSIDISED PLACE

You must:

Be an Australian citizen; OR b) a holder of a permanent visa; OR c) a New Zealand citizen.
Not be enrolled in more than two Skills First subsidised qualifications at one time

OR you may meet some of the eligible criteria if you:

Meet the Eligibility Exemptions Initiative requirements, eg. a retrenched worker or a JVEN client

FURTHER LEARNING PATHWAYS INCLUDE

HLT40121 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
HLT40221 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
HLT50221 Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
HLT57715 Diploma of Practice Management

Training may be supported by Skills First Program, delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. The student’s tuition fees are as published and are subject to change given individual circumstances. This nationally recognised qualification is delivered by VACCHO (RTO No: 20739 and which is responsible for the quality of all services and the issuing of accredited certification. This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to the industry standard but does not guarantee a job. We actively tailor training for people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and encourage all to apply.