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CHCSS00070

Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

This skill set will give you the essential, entry-level skills you need to safely support a client to self-administer medication in a range of health care settings. 

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WAYS TO STUDY Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 21 Feb 2025 Duration: 3 months to complete assessment View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Fee-Free TAFE

Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

$0
Concession

Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

$60
Subsidised

There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

$155
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$605
Eligibility calculator

Course overview

Develop the essential, entry-level skills you need to safely support a client to self-administer medications. This skill set will prepare you to provide medication assistance in the community services and health care industries.

In this introductory course you'll learn basic information about the human body, how to recognise and promote ways to maintain healthy bodily functions, and use and interpret information that includes references to client anatomy and physiology. You'll also discover how to prepare for and provide medication assistance, complete medication documentation, and support clients to self-administer medication.

Successful completion of this skill set will prepare you to seek work providing medication assistance in a range of community services and health care contexts.

What can I do?

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  • Lifestyle Assistant
  • Direct Support Worker
  • Personal Carer

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Skill sets defined

Sometimes you need skills, but don't need a full qualification. That’s where skill sets can help. A skill set is one or more competencies grouped together to give you the skills and knowledge to perform practical tasks. They can be non-accredited resulting in a statement of participation, or accredited resulting in a statement of attainment.

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What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • HLTAAP001
    Recognise healthy body systems
    UNIT CODE :
    HLTAAP001
    Unit description :

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with basic information about the human body and to recognise and promote ways to maintain healthy functioning of the body.

  • UNIT NAME
  • Recognise healthy body systems

  • UNIT CODE
  • HLTHPS006
    Assist clients with medication
    UNIT CODE :
    HLTHPS006
    Unit description :

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance, and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication.

  • UNIT NAME
  • Assist clients with medication
Ways to study
  • Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more

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STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)
21 Feb 2025
3 months to complete assessment
2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 7 March
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

21 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 months to complete assessment
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 7 March
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)
02 May 2025
3 months to complete assessment
2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 16 May
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

02 May 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 months to complete assessment
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 16 May
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)
25 Jul 2025
3 months to complete assessment
2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 8 August
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

25 Jul 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 months to complete assessment
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 8 August
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)
08 Aug 2025
3 months to complete assessment
2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 22 August
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Springfield)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

08 Aug 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 months to complete assessment
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

2 weeks online prior to 1 day workshop on campus on 22 August
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

  • Concession: $60

    Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Subsidised: $155

    There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $605

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set (CHCSS00070)

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Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set

COURSE CODE: CHCSS00070
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in an area involving provision of direct client care or support and are currently employed in industry as access is required to a Registered or Enrolled Nurse (Med) or registered Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner to sign off practical in the workplace.

CHCSSS0070 Workplace Verification Form

Selection criteria

The cost of this skill set is covered by the Queensland Government. However, eligibility criteria applies. For you to be eligible, you need to be:

  • a Queensland resident; aged 15 years or over who is no longer at school; is an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, and
  • you must be an existing worker in the Community Service and Health industry, this includes parents and unpaid carers of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, and
  • a job seeker, and can provide evidence of access or intent to access the Australian Government’s JobSeeker payment, or a copy of an Australian Government-issued concession card or evidence that I have applied for an Australian Government-issued concession card

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Students must wear neat comfortable clothing with enclosed shoes for the practical sessions.

Important information

You can only apply for one skill set at a time. Once you have completed you can apply for another. 

During the course you will be required to complete 2 practical face-to-face workshops of 3 hours per workshop.  These workshops will be scheduled throughout the duration of the course and you will be advised when to attend.

You will also be required to complete one day in industry and have a third party report completed in order to meet the workplace assessment requirements.

It is expected that you will complete on average 3 hours per week of self directed learning to meet study and assessment  requirements.

 

To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills subsidised price, you must:

  • be an existing worker in the Community Services Industry and Health Industry, (which includes parents and unpaid carers of NDIS participants.) Evidence must be supplied prior to enrolment.
  • be aged 15 years or over, and be no longer at school;
  • permanently reside in Queensland;
  • be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
  • not hold a certificate IV or higher-level qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training; and
  • not be enrolled in another qualification, not including foundation skills training.

To learn more about Fee-Free TAFE eligibility criteria please refer to the Fee-Free TAFE Information Page.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.