HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Kick start your career in the health sector with this mid-level course that will qualify you to work as an assistant allied health specialist in a diverse range of settings.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast Sunshine Coast

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY Start date: 09 Oct 2025 Duration: 9 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Fee-Free TAFE

Concession

$680

Subsidised

$2,045

Full Fee

$8,365

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Course overview

Begin your career in the health sector with this mid-level qualification. This course is perfect for people looking to gain a broad overview of the healthcare system as well as knowledge unique to allied health specialities. The sector is undergoing strong job growth in Australia with more than 50,000 jobs expected to open in the next five years.

This course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to recognise healthy body systems, interpret and apply medical terminology, and assist in the rehabilitation of clients. Students can choose to undertake general electives or complete specialisations in rehabilitation and reablement or movement and mobility. Our highly-experienced teaching staff are leaders in their field and will give you the guidance needed to succeed in your studies.

This course will qualify you to work as an assistant in general allied health settings or your specialised allied health stream, or give you the skills to undertake further studies in your field.

What can I do?

Therapy Assistant
Physiotherapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Allied Health Assistant

Course outcome:

HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

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What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 8 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 120 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBMED301

Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

UNIT CODE :
BSBMED301

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.
UNIT NAME
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS020

Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS020

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond effectively to behaviours of concern of people. Skills are associated with handling difficult incidents rather than managing ongoing behaviour difficulties.
UNIT NAME
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS036

Support relationships with carer and family

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS036

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work positively with the carer and family of people using a service based on an understanding of their support needs.
UNIT NAME
Support relationships with carer and family

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS038

Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS038

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support, and to deliver rights-based services using a person-centred approach. It should be carried out in conjunction with individualised plans.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA027

Assist with an allied health program

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA027

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to an Allied Health Professional. Work includes following treatment plans for therapeutic interventions or conducting programs.
UNIT NAME
Assist with an allied health program

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA047

Engage with clinical supervision and delegation

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA047

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to an Allied Health Professional. Work includes preparing for and participating in a structured process of clinical supervision and receiving delegations.
UNIT NAME
Engage with clinical supervision and delegation

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA049

Recognise impact of health conditions

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA049

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise the impact of health conditions of a person undertaking an intervention or therapy program. Work includes using a basic understanding of the human body to assist in interpreting information about person's health status to promote ways to maintain a healthy functioning of the body.
UNIT NAME
Recognise impact of health conditions

UNIT CODE
HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

UNIT CODE :
HLTINF006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply basic infection prevention and control principles in work settings including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to risks.
UNIT NAME
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for a worker to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others in work environments that involve caring directly for clients. It has a focus on maintaining safety of the worker, the people being supported and other community members.
UNIT NAME
Follow safe work practices for direct client care

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS002

Assist with movement

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support people who require assistance with basic physical movement which may be due to incapacity.
UNIT NAME
Assist with movement

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV002

Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV002

Unit description :

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.
UNIT NAME
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE
CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE :
CHCLEG001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.
UNIT NAME
Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE :
HLTAID011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
UNIT NAME
Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA028

Deliver and monitor physical or manual therapy programs

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA028

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to a registered Allied Health Professional. Work includes supporting individuals or a group of individuals participating in physical or manual therapy programs.
UNIT NAME
Deliver and monitor physical or manual therapy programs

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA029

Support independence and community participation

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA029

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to an Allied Health Professional. Work includes working with the person in their home and community to facilitate rehabilitation goals through supporting independence in daily living and optimising community access and participation in the context of a rehabilitation plan.
UNIT NAME
Support independence and community participation

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA031

Assist in rehabilitation programs

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA031

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to an Allied Health Professional. Work includes receiving and responding to rehabilitation programs developed by Allied Health Professionals.
UNIT NAME
Assist in rehabilitation programs

UNIT CODE
HLTAHA032

Support maintenance of functional status

UNIT CODE :
HLTAHA032

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to an Allied Health Professional. Work includes supporting the individual to participate in developmental activities that will enhance or maintain functional status.
UNIT NAME
Support maintenance of functional status

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Southport	On campus with some online	09 Oct 2025	9 months	Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools Monday, Tuesday	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Southport On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 09 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools Monday, Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Southport	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	9 months	Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Southport On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Sunshine Coast Health Institute	On campus with some online	29 Jan 2026	1 year	Part time 1 day per week plus 15 hours of self-directed study Thursday	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Sunshine Coast Health Institute On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 29 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week plus 15 hours of self-directed study Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

Online with on campus practical training

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 (Southport)	09 Oct 2025	9 months	Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools Monday, Tuesday	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 60% On Campus Time 40% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 09 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools Monday, Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport)	27 Jan 2026	9 months	Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 60% On Campus Time 40% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time Up to 3 days per week with mandatory residential schools The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Sunshine Coast Health Institute)	29 Jan 2026	1 year	Part time Zoom delivery plus 1 week of on campus practical at Mooloolaba (Mandatory) Thursday	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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Sunshine Coast Health Institute) 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. 29 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time Zoom delivery plus 1 week of on campus practical at Mooloolaba (Mandatory) Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 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: $680 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,045 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $8,365 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (HLT43021)

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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

COURSE CODE: HLT43021

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

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 3 in English, 3 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Selection criteria

It is highly recommended that you are aged 18 or older by the course commencement date.

Be able to attend the required Residential School / practical skills learning sessions and complete various physical tasks associated with assisting with delivering allied health care.

This course requires you to successfully complete practical sessions and assessments prior to being allocated to a mandatory 120hr of placement assessment with a TAFE Queensland sourced and approved placement provider, this may be in a block format.

Inherent Requirements

Before deciding if a course is right for you, it's important to make an informed choice and consider the key skills, knowledge, and assessment requirements involved. Review the inherent requirements for this course and reflect on whether any of them might present difficulties for you, and if they align with your abilities and goals. If you feel you may have challenges due to a disability, a health condition, or for any other reason, we encourage you to speak with a regional Education Manager, a student services team member, or the regional AccessAbility Officer to discuss your concerns and confirm if the course is suitable for you.

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. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You may also be required to purchase uniform items, including TAFE Queensland branded items. These details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. The purchase of these uniform items may incur additional costs of approximately $35.00.

Placement

Placement assessment in industry is a mandatory requirement of this course. Full requirements can be found on the Placement information for health and nursing page. Please ensure you read all the information provided and click on the links to your preferred course for its specific needs.

Important information

If you have an existing medical condition that requires possible reasonable adjustment or personalised support during practical assessments, you need to discuss your specific needs with the region’s placement team prior to enrolling. You are advised that industry may not be able to accommodate personal support needs or preferences that do not align to industry safe practice guidelines, organisational policy and procedure or national standards, or are not structurally or financially feasible (such as adding infrastructure to accommodate mobility aids). Should you be unable to complete a mandatory placement component you may not be able to meet all the requirements of your course and therefore would not be eligible to graduate.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

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.

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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, available subsidies, 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.

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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Payment Options

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Entry requirements

Skills check

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

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Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

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