HLT31220

Certificate III in Basic Health Care

  • Industry Aligned
  • Fast Certificate Turnaround
  • Nationally Recognised Qualification
  • Flexible Delivery Modes
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Course Description

This qualification reflects the role of first aid or medical response workers who provide basic health care services, including emergency first aid and sometimes transport services in both pre-hospital and out-of-hospital environments.

The Certificate III in Basic Health Care will equip individuals with essential skills and knowledge to provide fundamental healthcare services in various settings. It covers key topics such as basic anatomy and physiology, infection control, medical terminology, communication skills, and basic patient care. Delivered through a hands-on approach, the program ensures students gain practical experience and are well-prepared to meet industry standards.

This program is ideal for those in existing healthcare roles seeking to formalise and update their skills. Existing workers undertaking this program typically hold positions in community care, disability support, or as assistants in nursing within hospitals, residential care facilities, or home care environments. It also applies to individuals who provide a first response in workplaces such as industrial sites, first aid organisations, and the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Our team of experienced industry professionals offers extensive support and personalised guidance throughout the course, ensuring students succeed in their studies and excel in the healthcare sector. By enrolling in the Certificate III in Basic Health Care, students will acquire the necessary skills to improve patient outcomes and meet the demands of the healthcare industry. They will also have the opportunity to advance their studies in additional or higher qualifications, such as the Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport or the Certificate IV in Health Care.

The Certificate III in Basic Health Care – Existing Workers program is delivered in a practical context, with extensive demonstrations of the knowledge and skills required to formalise and enhance foundational healthcare skills, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Who is this Qualification for?

  • Individuals seeking to formalise and update their skills in hospitals, residential care, or home care environments,
  • Individuals working in community health settings providing non-emergency patient transport services in disability support, aged care facilities, or assisting elderly clients with healthcare needs.
  • Individuals working as Emergency Response, Health and Safety, and First Aid Officers, needing enhanced skills for the non-emergency transport of patients in settings such as industrial sites and first aid organisations, and the Australian Defence Force (ADF)
  • Individuals who volunteer in community emergency response teams, aiming to improve their skills in the non-emergency transport of patients in formal or informal roles.
  • Individuals involved in sporting clubs or recreational facilities who need to be prepared to handle the non-emergency transport of patients during events or activities.
 

Units Delivered

There are 9 units in total required to be completed for this qualification

Core Units

  • CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people
  • HLTWHS006 - Manage personal stressors in the work environment
  • HLTOUT010 - Communicate in complex situations to support health care
  • HLTWHS002 - Follow safe work practices for direct client care
  • HLTWHS005 - Conduct manual tasks safely
  • BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
  • HLTINF006 - Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
  • HLTAAP001 - Recognise healthy body systems
  • HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid

Elective Units

  • HLTWHS005 - Conduct manual tasks safely
  • BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
  • HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid
  • HLTAID015 - Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy

How is the Qualification Delivered?

At Allens Training, we are committed to delivering the Certificate III in Non Emergency Patient Transport with a focus on flexibility, practical learning, and comprehensive support. Our program combines self-paced study with engaging, supervised learning sessions, ensuring you gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in your role.

You will receive dedicated mentoring and support from our experienced trainers for each unit. This support is designed to guide you through your studies and help you apply what you've learned in real-world situations. Your learning journey includes both non-supervised and supervised components. Non-supervised learning allows you to explore relevant Codes of Practice, legislation, and industry knowledge at your own pace. You’ll also engage in practical activities tailored to deepen your understanding and industry familiarity.

Supervised learning takes place in a structured environment, whether in a classroom, workshop, online, or through guided activities and simulations. This hands-on approach ensures you are well-prepared for the practical demands of the medical first response field.

Assessments are designed to test both your theoretical knowledge and practical abilities. You’ll complete written and/ or oral questions, presentations, and skill demonstrations in either your workplace or a simulated environment, providing a well-rounded evaluation of your competencies.

Register your Interest

Mode 1 - Online Delivery with Face to Face Practical Assessment

Mode 2 - Face to Face

Expected minimum duration (months): 6

Expected maximum duration (months) : 12

As the participant cohort for this program are existing workers who have extensive experience in the industry sector, 350 hours, delivered over a six-month period, has been determined an appropriate time to deliver this Qualification to this existing participant cohort. However, should a new or inexperienced student express an interest in undertaking the Certificate III in Basic Health Care, additional time, mentoring, and support may be necessary to ensure successful completion and competency

An individual undertaking this qualification with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • Satisfactorily complete a language, numeracy and literacy assessment prior to or on course commencement to assess capacity to meet the LLN requirements of this course

  • Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills

  • Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment

  • Unique Student Identifier USI

Online study options:  The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

There are no pre-requistites of co-requisites for this qualification.

Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.

  • To protect your investment and ensure flexibility, we do not require more than $1,500 in upfront fees for any of our qualifications. Our Fees, Payment and Refund Policy is designed to give you peace of mind and to make sure you are not overcommitted before starting your course.

After successful completion of the programme students will be awarded a Nationally Recognised Qualification for HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care.

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the formal acknowledgement of a person’s current skills and knowledge, no matter how, when or where the learning occurred. The recognition gained may considerably reduce the study time needed to get a qualification.

What is Credit Transfer?

Credit transfer is a process which provides a person with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a Nationally Recognised qualification, based on identified equivalence in content and learning outcomes between matched qualifications. A person may be seeking a credit transfer where the qualification held has been superseded and is no longer current or is very similar to another course they need or wish to attend or they are part way through one qualification and wish to transfer to another similar one. A person who has a Nationally Recognised certificate or statement of attainment for a course, either issued by another institution (RTO), or with Allens Training Pty Ltd (RTO 90909), may apply for credit transfer of their unit/s of competency to another. To be approved for credit transfer, evidence of completion must be provided, by way of an authentic or certified copy of the relevant certificate or statement of attainment. You must provide satisfactory evidence that the statement of attainment or qualification is authentic, is yours and that it has been issued by an Australian RTO.

To access an RPL Kit or Credit Transfer Application form please Speak to your Training Provider 

You will receive dedicated mentoring and support from our experienced trainers for each unit. This support is designed to guide you through your studies and help you apply what you've learned in real-world situations. Your learning journey includes both non-supervised and supervised components. Non-supervised learning allows you to explore relevant Codes of Practice, legislation, and industry knowledge at your own pace. You’ll also engage in practical activities tailored to deepen your understanding and industry familiarity.

Student Support is also available via your Student Dashboard.
If you have queries regarding your course work you can submit a Student Support Request. Your request will be lodged and followed through by our team.


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