At a glance
Kick start your career in the health sector with this mid-level course that will qualify you to work as an assistant to a physiotherapist in a diverse range of settings.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Allied Health Assistant
- Physiotherapy Assistant
- Community Rehabilitation Assistant
COURSE OUTCOME
HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Course overview
Start 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 physiotherapy. 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. You will also gain specialised skills in delivering and monitoring client-specific physiotherapy programs. Our highly-experienced teaching staff are leaders in their field and will give you the one-on-one guidance needed to succeed in your studies.
This course will qualify you to work as an assistant to a physiotherapist as well as prepare you to undertake further studies in this field.
As part of your course you will get valuable experience in real workplaces, working with patients who have complex needs. Our strong partnerships mean you will learn the skills you need while also getting to know potential future employers.
Our teaching staff are at the top of their game and are still heavily involved in the industry. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the sector is headed
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 9 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| CHCLEG003 |
Manage legal and ethical compliance | |
| CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services | |
| HLTWHS002 |
Follow safe work practices for direct client care | |
| HLTAAP001 |
Recognise healthy body systems | |
| HLTAAP002 |
Confirm physical health status | |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people | |
| BSBMED301 |
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | ||
| HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid | |
| HLTAHA016 |
Support the fitting of assistive equipment | |
| HLTAHA010 |
Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status | |
| HLTAHA005 |
Support the delivery and monitoring of physiotherapy programs for mobility | |
| HLTAHA003 |
Deliver and monitor a client-specific physiotherapy program | |
| HLTAHA001 |
Assist with an allied health program | |
| CHCCCS023 |
Support independence and wellbeing | |
| CHCCCS020 |
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | |
| CHCCCS002 |
Assist with movement | |
| Other | ||
| CHCAGE001 |
Facilitate the empowerment of older people | |
| CHCCCS001 |
Address the needs of people with chronic disease | |
| CHCCCS002 |
Assist with movement | |
| CHCCCS004 |
Assess co-existing needs | |
| CHCCCS006 |
Facilitate individual service planning and delivery | |
| CHCCCS020 |
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | |
| CHCCCS023 |
Support independence and wellbeing | |
| CHCCCS027 |
Visit client residence | |
| HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid | |
| CHCDIS007 |
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability | |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | |
| CHCHCS001 |
Provide home and community support services | |
| CHCLAH001 |
Work effectively in the leisure and health industries | |
| CHCAGE005 |
Provide support to people living with dementia | |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues | |
| HLTAHA001 |
Assist with an allied health program | |
| HLTAHA003 |
Deliver and monitor a client-specific physiotherapy program | |
| HLTAHA005 |
Support the delivery and monitoring of physiotherapy programs for mobility | |
| HLTAHA009 |
Assist in the rehabilitation of clients | |
| HLTAHA010 |
Assist with the development and maintenance of client functional status | |
| HLTAHA011 |
Conduct group sessions for individual client outcomes | |
| HLTAHA016 |
Support the fitting of assistive equipment | |
| HLTAHA024 |
Work within a community rehabilitation environment | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
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
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.
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
Payment options
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.
Upfront payment
This is the total amount you need to pay when you enrol. This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Selection criteria
It is highly recommended that students are aged 18 or older by the course commencement date.
Placement
If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practising 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. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.
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 120 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.
Please note: prior to placement you will need to complete a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and apply for a Blue Card (working with children check).
If your police check identifies that you have a criminal history, 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.
You will be responsible for any costs associated with meeting these placement requirements, which may include an additional cost of approximately $45 for a Criminal History Check.
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, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. 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.
Need to know
You will need to complete a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and apply for a Blue Card (working with children check) for placement.
Immunisation Documentation:
You must have commenced the vaccination regimes listed below before or at the time of enrolment. You must provide full vaccination history for all of the following vaccination regimes, including serology evidence of immunity where indicated. You may also need to contact your local doctor to assist you with this evidence.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Vaccination and serology evidence requirements may alter during your studies, in accordance with changes to industry requirements and/or Australian Immunisation Guidelines.
- Hepatitis B - you must commence or have undertaken an age appropriate course of vaccination. Students must not undertake an accelerated course of vaccination. To prove immunity you will need to have a blood test (serology) after the completion of the full vaccination course.
- Varicella (Chicken Pox) - provide serology or evidence of completed vaccinations.
- MMR (Measles Mumps and Rubella) - provide serology or evidence of completed vaccinations.
- dTpa (Adult Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis) - provide evidence that you have received a booster within the last 10 years.
- Influenza is highly recommended.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure their documentation remains current throughout their studies.
Any costs associated in acquiring the above documents are in addition to course costs and will be borne by the student.
TAFE Queensland strongly recommends that prior to enrolment students consider their eligibility to obtain the above documentation.
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.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
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