WHAT IS SKILLS RECOGNITION & RPL:
Skills Recognition and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows people like you to achieve this qualification without any classroom study, and usually within weeks.
In order to obtain this qualification so quickly, all you need to do is supply evidence which proves your experience in the units that make up the qualification. Our Skills Recognition & RPL Facilitators will assist you with this process. From there, we’ll work with our RTO partners so that you’ll receive your qualification in no time!
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DETAILS:
RPL Price: $1500
Who This Is For:
In order to achieve this qualification via Skills Recognition & RPL, you should be able to perform or have a strong knowledge of the skills listed in the course units below. You will need to be able to provide evidence of this knowledge, such as videos, photographs, work orders, your resume, letters of validation, and statements of attainment. The more evidence you can provide, the better your case. Feel free to read more about RPL and evidence suggestions here.
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How To Achieve This Qualification:
As this is not a course, you do not need to complete the units listed below. Instead, you simply need to prove that you’re competent in the units shown. Our Facilitators will help make this an easy process for you.
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Units of Competency:
You’ll need to show you’re experienced in the following units:15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- 4 core units
- 11 elective units
A wide range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide either:
- a generic qualification that covers a range of work functions, or
- a qualification tailored to address specific workplace requirements
Elective units are to be packaged as follows:
- Group A - Allied health electives For award of this qualification (either generic or tailored) a minimum of 5 electives must be selected from Group A Allied Health electives Note that Group A includes Groups B, C D, E, F and G
- Groups B to G - electives for allied health assistance specialisations For award of a tailored qualification, to address specific requirements for work in physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, speech pathology, community rehabilitation or nutrition and dietetics, electives must be selected as specified below from the elective group listed for that area of work
- Group H electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages
Core units
HLTHIR402D | Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry |
HLTHIR506C | Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements |
HLTIN403C | Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C) |
HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes |
Relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Workplaces may package electives to reflect the functions of workers. Relevant units of competency have been identified and grouped to facilitate selection.
Electives must be selected as follows:
- At least 5 electives must be selected from Group A - Allied health electives.
- For award of a qualification with a specialisation units must be selected in line with requirements outlined below for the particular area of specialisation
- For award of the qualification without a specialisation , electives may be selected from all electives listed as Group A Allied Health electives
- Group A includes Groups B-G and 'Other Group A allied health electives'
- Further electives are to be selected in line with the Packaging Rules to a total of 11 electives.
Electives required for allied health assistance specialisations
Six industry sectors have identified specific electives required for allied health assistance specialisations.
Where units are achieved as required for the specialisation, this is to be clearly articulated on the transcript (certification) as per the following example:
"This qualification includes Group B electives as required for Physiotherapy"
- Group B electives - all 3 electives are required for the Physiotherapy specialisation
- Group C electives - all 4 electives are required for the Podiatry specialisation
- Group D electives - all 4 electives are required for the Occupational Therapy specialisation
- Group E electives - all 3 electives are required for the Speech Pathology specialisation
- Group F electives - all 3 electives are required for the Community Rehabilitation specialisation
- Group G electives - 2 electives from Group H are required for the Nutrition and Dietetics specialisation
Group A - ALLIED HEALTH ELECTIVES
Group B electives - all required for PHYSIOTHERAPY specialisation
HLTAH401C | Deliver and monitor a client-specific exercise program | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C) |
HLTAH402C | Assist with physiotherapy treatments and interventions | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C) |
HLTAH403C | Deliver and monitor exercise program for mobility | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C) |
Group C electives - all required for PODIATRY specialisation
HLTAH404C | Assist with basic foot hygiene | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C, HLTIN302C) |
HLTAH405C | Assist with podiatric procedures | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C, HLTIN302C) |
HLTAH406C | Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise | (Note pre-requs: HLTAP301B, HLTCSD305D, HLTAH301C) |
HLTIN302C | Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work | (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C) |
Group D electives - all required for OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY specialisation
HLTAH407C | Assist with the rehabilitation of clients |
HLTAH408C | Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status |
HLTAH409C | Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes |
HLTAH414C | Support the fitting of assistive devices |
Group E electives - all required for SPEECH PATHOLOGY specialisation
HLTAH410C | Support the development of speech and communication skills | (Note pre-requ: HLTAH301C) |
HLTAH411C | Provide support in dysphagia management | (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301C, HLTAH410C) |
HLTAH412C | Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems | (Note pre-requs: HLTAH301C, HLTAH410C) |
Group F electives - all required for Community rehabilitation specialisation
HLTCR401C | Work effectively in community rehabilitation |
HLTCR402C | Support client daily living requirements in a community rehabilitation context |
HLTCR403B | Support community access and participation |
Group G electives - 2 required for NUTRITION and DIETETICS specialisation
Two electives must be selected from the following three to address requirements for the Nutrition and Dietetics mandatory elective group.
HLTAH415C | Assist with the screening of dietary requirements and special diets | (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTNA305D, HLTFS207C) |
HLTAH409C | Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes |
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HLTAH420C | Support the provision of basic nutrition advice/education | (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTFS207C) |
Please note - Pre -requisite units for Nutrition and Dietetics Group G electives below
The following units (from the Certificate III in Nutrition and Dietetic Support) are pre-requisites for units listed as Group G electives for Nutrition and Dietetics (above) and as such must be completed.
HLTNA301D | Provide assistance to nutrition and dietetic services |
HLTNA302D | Plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines |
HLTNA303D | Plan and modify meals and menus according to nutrition care plans |
HLTNA304D | Plan meals and menus to meet cultural and religious needs |
HLTNA305D | Support food services in menu and meal order processing |
HLTFS207C | Follow basic food safety practices |
Other allied health electives
HLTAH302D | Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast |
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HLTAH413C | Deliver and monitor a hydrotherapy program | (Note pre-requ: HLTFA311A) |
HLTAH414C | Support the fitting of assistive devices |
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HLTAH416B | Support special diet requirements | (Note pre-requs: HLTNA301D, HLTNA302D, HLTNA303D, HLTNA304D, HLTNA305D, HLTFS207C) |
HLTIN302C | Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work | (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C) |
Other relevant electives
Group H electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people |
Below are additional units of competency that may be selected as electives, grouped to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.
Client support
CHCCM401D | Undertake case management |
CHCCS401C | Facilitate responsible behaviour |
CHCCS427A | Facilitate adult learning and development |
HLTAH302D | Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast |
HLTCOM301C | Provide specific information to clients |
HLTCSD306D | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern |
HLTRAH301C | Undertake visits to remote communities |
First aid
HLTCPR211A | Perform CPR |
HLTFA211A | Provide basic emergency life support |
HLTFA311A | Apply first aid |
HLTFA412A | Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301D) |
Client care
CHCAC317A | Support older people to maintain their independence |
CHCAC318B | Work effectively with older people |
CHCAC319A | Provide support to people living with dementia |
CHCCN305B | Provide care for babies |
CHCCS416A | Assess and provide services for clients with complex needs |
CHCDIS301C | Work effectively with people with a disability |
CHCHC311B | Work effectively in home and community care |
CHCIC301E | Interact effectively with children |
CHCICS302B | Participate in the implementation of individualised plans |
CHCMH301B | Work effectively in mental health |
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CHCMH411A | Work with people with mental health issues |
CHCRF301E | Work effectively with families to care for the child |
HLTRAH302C | Undertake home visits |
SISCAQU307A | Perform advanced water rescues |
SRCAQU008B | Apply the principles of movement in water to aquatic activities |
SISCAQU308A | Instruct water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills |
SISCAQU311A | Foster the development of infants and toddlers in an aquatic environment |
SISCAQU312A | Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities |
SISCCRO303A | Plan and conduct a recreation program for older persons |
SISCCRO304A | Plan and conduct disability recreation programs |
SRFFIT004B | Develop basic fitness programs |
SRFFIT005B | Apply basic exercise science to exercise instruction |
SISFFIT417A | Undertake long term exercise programming |
TAEDEL401A | Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning |
Performance
BSBAUD402B | Participate in a quality audit |
BSBINN301A | Promote innovation in a team environment |
BSBMGT403A | Implement continuous improvement |
BSBWOR401A | Establish effective workplace relationships |
BSBWOR502B | Ensure team effectiveness |
CHCPOL403B | Undertake research activities |
HLTAMBPD401C | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
Administration
BSBINM301A | Organise workplace information |
BSBMED401B | Manage patient record keeping system |
HLTCOM405D | Administer a practice |
HLTCOM407B | Provide reception services for a practice |
HLTCOM503D | Manage a practice |
Medical imaging assistance
HLTMI301B | Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging |
HLTMI302B | Support the medical imaging professional |
Oral health electives
CHCOHC303A | Use basic oral health screening tools |
CHCOHC401A | Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health |
CHCOHC402A | Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care |
CHCOHC404A | Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues |
CHCOHC406A | Provide or assist with oral hygiene (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C or CHCWHS312A) |
CHCOHC407A | Apply and manage use of basic oral health products |
Awarded By
RTO
Additional information
Entry requirements
The following units of competency should be either achieved before this qualification or must be undertaken as part of the qualification:
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAH301C Assist with an allied health program
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCSD201D Maintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD305D Assist with client movement
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
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Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
This qualification covers workers who provide therapeutic and program related support to allied health professionals. The worker is required to conduct therapeutic and program related activities under the guidance of an allied health professional. Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote and must occur within organisation requirements. The worker is required to identify client circumstances that need additional input from the allied health professional.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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