Victoria University
0.5 years full time
Prepare for a rewarding career as an Allied Health Assistant with practical, hands-on training in health, aged care, and disability support. This nationally recognised Certificate III combines classroom learning with a 120-hour workplace placement to make you job-ready.
Applicants must complete a Pre-training Review (PTR) to assess suitability, literacy, and numeracy levels in consultation with their secondary school. For practical placement, you will need a current and satisfactory Police Record Check, current and valid Working with Children Check, and Health Status check (evidence of immunisation). Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee entry, as past academic performance and relevant experience may be considered.
Core units include: Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately, Communicate and work in health or community services, Work with diverse people, Assist with an allied health program, Recognise impact of health conditions, Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control, and Participate in workplace health and safety. Elective units (5 required) cover: Assist with movement, Respond effectively to behaviours of concern, Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support, Provide First Aid, Recognise healthy body systems, and Work with people with mental health issues. The VDSS program structure spreads completion over 2 years with a Statement of Attainment issued for passed units.
Victoria University is ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide and #1 for skills development according to QILT. The university offers practical, industry-connected learning with teachers who have valuable industry contacts and latest industry-standard skills. VU arranges 120-hour workplace placements and ensures all learning has direct links to the real world, making graduates job-ready upon completion.
Upon completion, you can pursue careers as an Allied Health Assistant in community, aged care, or disability support sectors, or progress to roles as an Allied Health Worker. The qualification provides a pathway to further study in allied health, such as Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or related health qualifications including Diploma of Nursing or Diploma of Emergency Health Care.
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