Program Overview

HLT33115 – Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care)

Introduction

The course HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) is a nationally recognized qualification in Australia. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to work as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, aged care facilities, and community health centres.

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to perform various duties as an AIN, including assisting with basic nursing care, providing personal care, supporting patients’ mobility, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. The program also provides a pathway to further study in nursing or other healthcare-related disciplines.

Course Details

• Amount of Training: 710 Hours
• AQF Level: 3
• Mode of Delivery: Blended and Face to Face
• Delivery Locations: Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, India (Kochi)
• Professional Experience Placement (PEP): 80 Hours

Accreditation

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) equips individuals with the foundational skills to support healthcare professionals in various settings, including hospitals and aged care facilities. This course covers assisting with patient care, infection control, and working effectively in healthcare teams. Graduates are prepared for roles like Health Services Assistant, providing essential support in nursing and healthcare environments.

Why study Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) at IHNA?

• Flexible Learning: Online theory classes with on-campus simulation workshops.
• Placement: Gain hands-on experience with professional placements.
• Monthly Intakes: New batches starting bi-monthly.
• Comprehensive Student Support: 24/7 access to resources, personalised guidance, and career support.
• Industry Connections: Network with healthcare leaders and gain real-world exposure.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train with the latest equipment in modern learning environments.

Course Structure

15 units of competency are required for this qualification.

• 7 core units
• 8 elective units

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVE UNITS

Course Start Dates

• 03 March 2025
• 05 May 2025
• 07 July 2025
• 01 September 2025
• 03 November 2025

Possible Career Outcomes

With the Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (assisting in Nursing work in acute care) in hand, you’ll be able to work professionally as a:

• Care assistant
• Assistant in nursing
• Personal care assistant
• Care service employees
• Care worker
• Personal care giver
• Nursing assistant
• Personal care worker

Fees & Funding

• Amount of Training: $3,499 (Was), $2,499 (Now)
• Limited-Time offer: 1st Feb, 2025 – 31st May, 2025
• State Government Funding: Victoria, Western Australia, New South Wales

Delivery Locations

• Melbourne Campus
• Perth Campus
• Sydney Campus
• Brisbane Campus
• India (Kochi)

Mode of Delivery

• Blended – Online real time theory tutorials with on campus skills training in a simulation environment and Professional experience placement of 80 hours organised by IHNA.
• Face to Face(Only available in our Perth Campus) – On campus theories with skills training in a simulation environment and Professional experience placement of 80 hours organised by IHNA.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP)

• Professional Experience Placement (PEP) is an essential component of some of the units of this qualification.
• IHNA Guarantees Professional Experience Placement for all its student studying Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care).
• Students will commence the 80 hours of placement (PEP) upon completing all theory assessments including simulation-based assessments (SBA).

Entry Requirements

• There are no formal entry requirements for this course; however, applicants should demonstrate ability to perform tasks as required by the industry.
• IHNA Admission Requirements:
  • 18 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course
  • Successful completion of an Australian Year 10 course or equivalent.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

• All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course.

Professional Experience Placement Requirements

• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (NCC) or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate
• Required immunisation
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Students must declare a disability or disorder (if any), or if they are on any medication which may require reasonable adjustments.

How is the Course Assessed?

• Our approach is to collect evidence on whether the student can perform to the standards of the workplace.
• This is based on the relevant unit of competency, and you’ll find these tools being used:
  • Theory Assessments (TA)
  • Knowledge Based Assessments (KBA)
  • Simulation Based Assessments (SBA)
  • Professional Experience Placement (PEP)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) & Credit Transfer (CT)

• With RPL we assess your competency based on formal, non-formal, informal learning or direct work experience based on the required skills of the course.
• We use CT where you’ve completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of another course.

What is a L – Portfolio?

• L – Portfolio is a collection of work, skills and interests (evidence) in an electronic format that showcases learning and experience over time.

Uses of L-Portfolio

• Recognition of Prior Learning application:
  • Our RPL tool is in the form of an L-Portfolio, and allows students to put on record all their life experiences, interests and skills.
• Showcase/Professional L Portfolios
  • These L-Portfolios are used as a way to demonstrate (showcase) the highlights of a student’s academic and professional career.
• Learning Portfolios
  • These portfolios are typically created by a student as part of a course as a way to demonstrate learning and the learning process.