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

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At a glance

Kick start your career in Indigenous health care with this entry-level course that will qualify you to work as an Aboriginal Health worker in admin support, health promotion or aged and disability care.

JOB PROSPECTS

Aboriginal Health Worker as Admin Support
Aged and Disability Care or Health Promotion
Indigenous Healthy Housing Worker

COURSE OUTCOME

HLT30113 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

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Cost

Subsidised	$325 - $630
Concession	$325 - $630
Full fee	$3,145 - $6,735

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Course overview

Begin your career in health with this entry-level qualification. This course will give you the core skills needed to address health issues faced by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as Indigenous health workers grew very strongly over the past five years. Stable future growth is predicted in this industry with employers looking for candidates who are caring, compassionate and have good social skills.

This course will give you the 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. Our highly-experienced and passionate teaching team will give you the one-on-one guidance to succeed in your studies.

Successful completion of this course will give you the skills to become an Aboriginal health care worker in an admin support, health promotion, or aged and disability care role.

Strong industry partnerships

As part of your course, you get valuable experience in real workplaces. Our strong partnerships mean you will learn the skills you need, while also getting to know potential future employers.

Learning support options

We have numerous support services if you need an extra hand. The Learning Skills Centre, located in most campus libraries, is a drop-in service staffed by experienced teachers who can help with basic and complex skills. Studiosity is an online after hours tutoring service focusing on writing, research and referencing, as well as subject-specific questions.

Units

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 240 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

Core units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME

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.	Work legally and ethically
HLTAHW005 Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care context Unit code: HLTAHW005 Unit description: This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to deliver primary health care services within the context of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health. It provides an understanding of historical, political and other significant factors impacting on the current health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.	Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care context
HLTAHW006 Facilitate and advocate for the rights and needs of clients and community members Unit code: HLTAHW006 Unit description: This unit describes the required knowledge and skills for primary health care workers to assist Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities to understand their rights and communicate their needs within a self-determination framework. This includes the use of interpreter and translation services to liaise with service providers to enable clients to access a range of health services. This unit does not assume the individual worker has interpretation and/or translation qualifications to provide these services themselves.	Facilitate and advocate for the rights and needs of clients and community members
HLTAHW007 Undertake basic health assessments Unit code: HLTAHW007 Unit description: This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to undertake a range of basic health assessments of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients, including infants, children and adults.	Undertake basic health assessments
HLTAHW008 Assist in planning and implementation of basic health care Unit code: HLTAHW008 Unit description: This unit describes the required knowledge and skills to assist in the planning and implementation of a health care plan to address findings from clinical assessments. Actions as part of the plan may include delivering information, supporting healthy lifestyle practices, and explaining and supporting medication use and specific medical procedures.	Assist in planning and implementation of basic health care
HLTAHW009 Provide information about social and emotional support Unit code: HLTAHW009 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate with clients requiring social and emotional support and provide information about available referral options. It provides basic skills and knowledge in social and emotional support required by those involved in face-to-face delivery of primary health care services.	Provide information about social and emotional support
HLTAHW010 Identify community health issues, needs and strategies Unit code: HLTAHW010 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather, interpret and act upon information about the community's health. It covers the collection of information for a specific purpose, such as developing a program or project, or for the purpose of maintaining a community health profile to identify and address issues impacting on community health.	Identify community health issues, needs and strategies
HLTAHW011 Assist with basic health screening, promotion and education services Unit code: HLTAHW011 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to identify community health information needs and to implement and evaluate routine health promotion, education and screening programs within that community. Information, education and promotion services may include nutrition, healthy lifestyle and promotion of holistic health.	Assist with basic health screening, promotion and education services
HLTAHW015 Work under instructions to support the safe use of medication Unit code: HLTAHW015 Unit description: This unit describes the knowledge and skills required by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers to support clients to use medication safely and under instruction.	Work under instructions to support the safe use of medication
HLTAID003 Provide first aid Unit code: HLTAID003 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, include community and workplace settings.	Provide first aid
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures Unit code: HLTINF001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks.	Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Unit code: HLTWHS001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.	Participate in workplace health and safety

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

Elective units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME
North and Far North Queensland
HLTAHW021 Provide nutrition guidance for specific health care Unit code: HLTAHW021 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge to promote healthy nutrition to address the requirements of a range of client groups and to improve community nutrition.	Provide nutrition guidance for specific health care
HLTAHW035 Provide information and support around cancer Unit code: HLTAHW035 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge to provide information about cancer and support for people and their families, to enable informed choices about prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, through to survivorship or palliation.	Provide information and support around cancer
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Unit code: CHCCCS017 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to the needs of people who are experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.	Provide loss and grief support
HLTAHW034 Provide healthy lifestyle programs and advice Unit code: HLTAHW034 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge to plan, promote, deliver and evaluate a healthy lifestyle program. It requires application of knowledge of nutrition, cultural awareness and an understanding of the dietary, physical and emotional factors that influence healthy lifestyle choices.	Provide healthy lifestyle programs and advice
HLTAHW014 Work with Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities Unit code: HLTAHW014 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge required by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers to support the health of Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. Support may be provided to Elders living at home, in residential aged-care facilities, or in community organisations providing health care specifically for the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.	Work with Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
Darling Downs and South West
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia Unit code: CHCAGE005 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred care and support to people living with dementia. It involves following and contributing to an established individual plan.	Provide support to people living with dementia
HLTAHW035 Provide information and support around cancer Unit code: HLTAHW035 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge to provide information about cancer and support for people and their families, to enable informed choices about prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, through to survivorship or palliation.	Provide information and support around cancer
HLTAHW014 Work with Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities Unit code: HLTAHW014 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge required by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers to support the health of Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. Support may be provided to Elders living at home, in residential aged-care facilities, or in community organisations providing health care specifically for the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.	Work with Elders in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
HLTAHW021 Provide nutrition guidance for specific health care Unit code: HLTAHW021 Unit description: This unit describes the required skills and knowledge to promote healthy nutrition to address the requirements of a range of client groups and to improve community nutrition.	Provide nutrition guidance for specific health care
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Unit code: CHCCCS017 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to the needs of people who are experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.	Provide loss and grief support

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Ways to study

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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

North and Far North Queensland
Darling Downs and South West

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Mount Isa		1 year	Residential blocks - 3 x 2 weeks & 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 28/10/19 - 08/11/19, 17/02/20 - 28/02/20, 11/05/20 - 22/05/20, 03/08/20 - 10/08/20	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325
Thursday Island		1 year	Residential Blocks - 3 x 2 weeks and 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 16/9/19 - 27/9/19, 2/12/19 - 13/12/19, 30/3/20 - 10/4/20, 13/7/20 - 17/7/20	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325
Cairns	16 March 2020	1 year	Residential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for October start are: 28/10 - 8/11, 2/3 - 13/3, 1/6 - 12/6, 17/8 - 21/8 Dates for March start are: 16/3 - 27/3, 8/6 -19/6, 31/8 - 11/9, 30/11 - 4/12	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325
Townsville (Pimlico)	30 March 2020	1 year	Residential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for March start are: 30/3 - 10/4, 22/6 - 3/7, 21/9 - 2/10, 30/11 - 4/12	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325

Mount IsaResidential blocks - 3 x 2 weeks & 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 28/10/19 - 08/11/19, 17/02/20 - 28/02/20, 11/05/20 - 22/05/20, 03/08/20 - 10/08/20

WORKLOADResidential blocks - 3 x 2 weeks & 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 28/10/19 - 08/11/19, 17/02/20 - 28/02/20, 11/05/20 - 22/05/20, 03/08/20 - 10/08/20

START DATES

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

CairnsResidential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for October start are: 28/10 - 8/11, 2/3 - 13/3, 1/6 - 12/6, 17/8 - 21/8 Dates for March start are: 16/3 - 27/3, 8/6 -19/6, 31/8 - 11/9, 30/11 - 4/12

WORKLOADResidential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for October start are: 28/10 - 8/11, 2/3 - 13/3, 1/6 - 12/6, 17/8 - 21/8 Dates for March start are: 16/3 - 27/3, 8/6 -19/6, 31/8 - 11/9, 30/11 - 4/12

START DATES16 March 2020

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

Thursday IslandResidential Blocks - 3 x 2 weeks and 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 16/9/19 - 27/9/19, 2/12/19 - 13/12/19, 30/3/20 - 10/4/20, 13/7/20 - 17/7/20

WORKLOADResidential Blocks - 3 x 2 weeks and 1 x 1 week - Dates are: 16/9/19 - 27/9/19, 2/12/19 - 13/12/19, 30/3/20 - 10/4/20, 13/7/20 - 17/7/20

START DATES

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

Townsville (Pimlico)Residential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for March start are: 30/3 - 10/4, 22/6 - 3/7, 21/9 - 2/10, 30/11 - 4/12

WORKLOADResidential blocks - 3 x 2 week blocks & 1 x 1 week block. Dates for March start are: 30/3 - 10/4, 22/6 - 3/7, 21/9 - 2/10, 30/11 - 4/12

START DATES30 March 2020

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Toowoomba	28 January 2020	up to 1 year	Part time 5 x 5 day blocks	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $630 Concession: $630
Toowoomba	20 April 2020	up to 1 year	Part time 5 x 5 day blocks	Mixed mode	Full fee: $6,735 Subsidised: $630 Concession: $630

ToowoombaPart time 5 x 5 day blocks

WORKLOADPart time 5 x 5 day blocks

START DATES28 January 2020

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $630
Concession: $630

ToowoombaPart time 5 x 5 day blocks

WORKLOADPart time 5 x 5 day blocks

START DATES20 April 2020

COSTFull fee: $6,735
Subsidised: $630
Concession: $630

What you need to know about studying on campus

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.

TAFE at School

Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more

Darling Downs and South West

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Toowoomba	03 February 2020	2 years	1 day per week	Classroom	Full fee: $3,145

Toowoomba1 day per week

WORKLOAD1 day per week

START DATES03 February 2020

COSTFull fee: $3,145

What you need to know about TAFE at School

Eligibility

You must be a Year 10, 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.

Course placements are subject to availability.

Outcome

HLT30113 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

QCE points: 8

Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.

Apprenticeship or traineeship

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more

Darling Downs and South West

Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Delivery Mode The way your training is delivered.
Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Workplace Train and be assessed in your current workplace.	DROP IN DAYS Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment.	BLOCK TRAINING Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks.	DAY RELEASE Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance.	MOBILE VAN Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment.	Mixed mode A combination of two or more delivery modes.
Toowoomba	Traineeship

ToowoombaTraineeship

Delivery Mode

Workplace
DROP IN DAYS
BLOCK TRAINING
DAY RELEASE
MOBILE VAN
Mixed mode

What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships

Eligibility

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

COST

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Upfront payment

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Placement

If you are not currently employed in industry, during your course TAFE Queensland will arrange a vocational placement for you in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care facility, so you can start practicing your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays.

Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 240 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

Before commencing clinical placement you will need to complete a:

Criminal History Check (yellow card);
apply for a Blue Card (working with children check); and
complete a First Aid Certificate (including CPR), which can be obtained through TAFE Queensland.

You may also be required to complete a vaccination record or full immunisation. Recommended vaccinations include:

hepatitis A;
measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) (persons born during or since 1966 who have only received one dose of the MMR vaccine should have a second dose)
chickenpox (if not previously infected)
pertussis (whooping cough -an adult booster dose)
influenza (annual vaccination)

If your police check identifies that you have a criminal history or you are unable to obtain a Blue Card, you may be disqualified from being eligible to undertake placement and assessment, which would affect your course outcomes. If you think this might impact you, please speak to the relevant Vocational Placement Coordinator for further information.

Need to know

To be eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidised price, you must:

Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Are 15 years or older and no longer in school
Live in Queensland full time
Are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident with the necessary visa or work permits
And don't currently have (or are enrolled in) a certificate III or higher level qualification.

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.

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.

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

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JOB PROSPECTS

COURSE OUTCOME

STUDY LOCATIONS

Ways to Study

Cost

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Course overview

Units

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Ways to study

What you need to know about studying on campus

What you need to know about TAFE at School

Eligibility

Outcome

What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships

Eligibility

COST

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University pathways

Payment options

Upfront payment

Payment plan

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Important Information

Entry requirements

Placement

Need to know

Assessment Methods

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How to apply

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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University pathways

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