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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Rehabilitation and Reablement Support)
HLT43021
Training provided by Stirling Institute of Australia, RTO 21132.
Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance reflects the role of workers who provide therapeutic and program-related support to allied health professionals. It is a hands-on role, assisting Allied Health professionals (Rehabilitation and Reablement Support) with the health care plans of their clients.
A treatment plan is set out by the Allied Health professional to support the diagnosis of the client/patient. Then the primary role of the Allied Health Assistant is to follow up the treatment plan with the client/patient to assist with their recovery and to support the patient/client with their health care to increase mobility, independence and their ability to care for themselves.
Work is not limited to hospitals. Allied health assistants can also find employment in community health, rehabilitation centres or via home and special needs school visits.
Course Essentials
Qualification Code: HLT43021
Recognition: Nationally recognised - meets Australian Qualifications Framework
Study: Full-time study
Study mode: Classroom-based
Class time: 9.30am to 4.30pm + half an hour break
Duration: Approximately 10 months
Assessment: Knowledge evidence, direct demonstration and observation, portfolios, projects, role plays, case studies and presentations.
Practical Placement Hours: 120 hours (Minimum)
Funded Admin Fee: $0
Funded Tuition Fee: $100 (Non-concession), $20 (Concession)
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Throughout your studies, you will be required to complete your research, assessments as well as accessing your emails using a desktop/laptop/mobile device with internet availability.
Requirements
Education: There are no formal education entry requirements for this course.
Minimum Age: You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy: To assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs Stirling Institute of Australia will assess all students' language, literacy and numeracy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment. A Stirling Institute of Australia course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Enrolment Application & Pre-Training Review: To be done during the Information Session or Online.
Equipment: Throughout your studies, you will be required to complete your research and assessments as well as accessing your emails using a desktop/laptop with internet availability.
Police Check: This qualification requires you to hold current and satisfactory checks in order for you to undertake practical placement hours.
Suitability requirements: This qualification requires you to have physical attributes suitable for workplace experience within the allied health industry which encompasses manual handling of equipment and clients.
Immunisation Certificate: You may require an Immunisation Certificate, your Trainer will update you closer to work placement.
Why It’s Never Too Late to Go Back to School
We get it - going back to school can feel overwhelming. But fear not! Our student community is filled with mature-aged individuals just like you, ranging from late thirties to early sixties, with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. You'll be in good company as you embark on this educational journey.
What's even better? The courses offered by our partner RTO's are designed to leverage the unique perspectives and skills of older adults. Your life experience and soft skills will be invaluable assets as you succeed in your chosen profession.
Unlike younger students, pursuing higher education is not assumed for mature-aged individuals. You may have additional responsibilities, like children or financial obligations. But choosing to invest in yourself can result in even greater self-fulfillment and gratification.
So take the leap and invest in your future!
Potential job titles:
Typical employers of allied health workers:
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Therapy assistant
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Physiotherapy assistant
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Occupational therapy assistant
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Community rehabilitation assistant
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Allied health assistant
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Hospitals
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General Practitioners
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Ambulance Services
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Emergency Helplines
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Leisure Cruise Ships
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Nursing Agencies
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Occupational Health
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Prisons
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Residential Nursing Homes
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Schools and Universities
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Specialist Units and Hospices
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The Armed Forces
Responsibilities
Get ready for a dynamic day as an Allied Health worker, where you can expect to:
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Help individual clients reach their rehabilitation goals through therapy.
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Share feedback with allied health professionals about any changes in your clients' conditions.
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Assist clinicians with finding the best resources for clients.
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Provide therapy in the most suitable setting, including community centres or clients' homes.
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Contribute to quality improvement initiatives like audits and discipline-related projects.
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Keep accurate records of clients' medical information and data collection.
Skills and Interests
As an allied health worker, your success hinges on a range of personal attributes that make a difference. Let your qualities shine with:
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A caring and supportive attitude.
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Patience, discretion, and professionalism.
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Physical fitness and strength to handle heavy objects.
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Commitment to the rights of the elderly.
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Excellent communication and listening skills.
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Building relationships based on trust and respect.
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Initiative, enthusiasm, and motivation.
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Tact, sensitivity, and resilience.
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Organisational and planning prowess.
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Relating to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What you'll learn
Embark on an exciting learning journey where you'll gain invaluable knowledge in:
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Effective communication and relationship-building with health professionals and clients.
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Navigating the dynamic landscape of health and community services.
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Unraveling the intricacies of the human body.
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Utilising exercise and movement programs for client treatment.
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Delivering and monitoring personalised physiotherapy programs.
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Mastering communication techniques for nurturing relationships.
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Administering prescribed exercises for musculoskeletal conditions.
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Confirming and assessing physical health status.
Physical Criteria
The typical role will include the following physical activities:
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Frequent lifting up to 16kg
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Frequent bending at knees and/ or hips.
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Kneeling
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High grip strength (above 15kg / 50%)
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Good cardiovascular fitness.
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Standing for long periods
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Ability to reach overhead
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Ability to reach below knee height
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Ability to reach forward
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Sitting for long periods
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Bilateral lift 10kg
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Unilateral carry 10kg
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Frequent pushing/pulling
Course Units
To successfully complete HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance you must complete the following units of competency.
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (Core)
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family (Core)
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (Core)
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (Core)
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (Core)
HLTAHA049 Recognise impact of health conditions (Core)
HLTAHA028 Deliver and monitor physical or manual therapy programs (Elective Units Group A)
CHCCCS002 Assist with movement (Elective Units Group A)
HLTAHA032 Support maintenance of functional status (Elective Units Group A)
HLTAHA038 Support the use of orthoses or prostheses (Elective Units Group D)
HLTAHA047 Engage with clinical supervision and delegation (Core)
HLTAHA031 Assist in rehabilitation programs (Elective Units Group D)
HLTAHA027 Assist with an allied health program (Core)
HLTAHA033 Conduct group sessions for individual outcomes (Elective Units Group D)
HLTAHA029 Support independence and community participation (Elective Units Group D)
HLTAHA044 Work within a community rehabilitation environment (Elective Units Group D)
Assessment
Unlocking your potential has never been more thrilling! Assessment is a crucial element in your learning journey, paving the way to a nationally recognised qualification or a statement of attainment. Get ready to showcase your skills and knowledge through dynamic methods such as captivating presentations, hands-on demonstrations, immersive role plays, and engaging case studies. You'll be immersed in a world of active learning, where your progress will be celebrated at every step. Your learning experience will be an exhilarating adventure, propelling you towards achieving your educational goals with confidence!
Trainer Support
At Stirling Institute of Australia, they take pride in their top-notch trainers! They're hand-picked for their vocational competencies, industry expertise, and teaching skills. In every class session, your trainer will leverage their wealth of experience to foster a dynamic, fulfilling, and engaging learning environment. With their passion for teaching, you'll be guided towards success by a dedicated partner who is committed to making your learning journey truly enjoyable. Get ready to thrive under their guidance and unlock your full potential!
Practical Placement Hours
To successfully complete this qualification, you must possess a current and satisfactory police check, which is essential for engaging in valuable workplace experience. This involves a minimum of 120 hours of placement, either through work placement for newcomers or a third-party report for existing industry workers, focusing on relevant aged care settings.
Here are some examples of where your placement may take place:
- Aged Care Facilities
- Respite Organisations
- Community Organisations
- Health Facilities
- Hospitals
- Nursing Agencies
- Residential Nursing Homes
- Hospices
Kindly note that some placements may require travel. If you are currently employed in the sector, your workplace may be considered for your placement hours, subject to approval by Stirling Institute of Australia.
Further Study
Further training pathways from this qualification include, but are not limited to, University Level study, including Bachelors and Post Graduate Programs. Although it does not guarantee an employment outcome, completion of this qualification could lead to your employment in the aged care industry.
Police Check
These checks are compulsory to gain in order to commence your work placement. It is recommended that you start to apply for these closer to your work placement commencement so they are relevant.
The Victoria Police provides a service to all Victorians who wish to obtain a National Police Certificate for employment, voluntary work and occupation-related licensing or registration purposes. Information about an individual's criminal history will not be released without an applicant's written consent other than for law enforcement purposes. Visit me for more information.
Police Check (Name Only): Approximately $50
*Prices are subject to change without warning.
Skills First Funding & Eligibility Criteria
Skills First is a Victorian Government scheme that helps people access subsidised vocational education and training. If you are eligible, the government will contribute to the cost of your course tuition fees.
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Eligibility criteria for Skills First government-subsidised training
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Citizenship/Residency
You must be:
1. an Australian citizen, or
2. a holder of a permanent visa, or
3. a New Zealand citizen (visa 444), or
4. an Asylum Seeker (though referral for government-subsidised training from the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre or the Australia Red Cross), or
5. a holder of one of the below visas (VEVO verification required):
* valid Bridging visa class E, or
* Safe Haven Enterprise visa, or
* Temporary Protection visa, or
* Bridging visa class F, or
* Humanitarian Stay (Temporary) (subclass 449) visa, or
* Temporary (Humanitarian Concern) (subclass 786) visa.
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New 2023 VIC Government funding eligibility rules – what’s NEW!
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1. Your prior education is no longer taken into consideration!
Now you can enrol and study any qualification at Stirling Institute of Australia with government funding, regardless of what level of education you’ve completed in the past. This applies to all students!
Prior to this change, you had to ‘upskill’ to get government funding.. but now you don’t.
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2. Removal of ‘2 at level in a lifetime’ limit!
NOW you can study more than 2 courses that are at the same qualification level with government funding!
Prior to 1 January 2023, you could only study 2 of the same level qualifications with government funding in your lifetime.. but now you don’t.
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3. What hasn’t changed?
You can still only be studying no more than 2 government funded qualifications at any one point in time. This is known as the ‘2 in a year’ limit.
Course Fees & Payment Plans
If you are eligible for Skills First Funding your fees are:
$0 Admin Fee + $100 Tuition Fee (Non-concession), $20 (Concession)
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If you do not meet the Funding Eligibility Criteria you can still undertake the course as a Fee For Service Student, your Tuition Fee is: $14,063.
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Payment plans are available to Full Fee Paying Students. Stirling Institute of Australia will not accept more than $1,500 prepaid fees in advance.
Centrelink
Please note that some Centrelink Payments may be affected by undertaking study. We strongly advise you speak to your Centrelink Coordinator to see if you are affected. Fresh Futures Australia accepts no responsibility or liability for affected payments.
Meet your Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
Stirling Institute of Australia is a Registered Training Organisation specialising in Allied Health, Community Services, Mental Health, Early Childhood, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Individual Support, Ageing Support and Disability.
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Stirling Institute of Australia is a dynamic and innovative Registered Training Organisation with a clear and definitive emphasis on the practical side of training. They believe the best way to learn is to experience. Stirling has a proven track record with regards to the completion rates and employment outcomes of its students, and has quickly become one of the most popular and reputable registered training organisations in Victoria.
Enrolment Process
1. Fill out our Student Questionnaire
The Student Questionnaire is designed for me to get to know you a little better before I pass your details over to the RTO conducting the course. This doesn't guarantee your acceptance into the RTO nor is it a part of the enrolment paperwork.
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2. Speak to one of our Student Liaison Coordinators
Once you have completed your Student Questionnaire, one of our Student Liaison Coordinators will give you a courtesy call to:
- Further discuss your eligibility.
- Ensure you have read over the study details.
- Speak further about your career goals and suitability for the course.
- Give you additional information and answer any further questions you may have.
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If you decide that you would like to proceed with the application process after speaking with one of our Student Liaison Coordinators then we will invite you to an Information Session.
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3. Information Session
This Information Session is your opportunity to speak to Stirling Institute of Australia's friendly team and listen to valuable information about the course, complete your application forms and enrol. Please note that the Information Session is compulsory for you to complete before your first day of class. To complete the enrolment forms, you will need the following:
- Unique Student Identifier (USI) - Create your USI here.
- Victorian Student Number (VSN) - Only required for students who have attended a Victorian school since 2009
- Evidence of Citizenship/Residency and Age such as Drivers Licence and Medicare Card.
Please have these documents with you during the information session. Completion of the Enrolment Application Form does not guarantee enrolment. A Stirling Institute of Australia Authorised Delegate will review your form and determine the progression of enrolment.
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What will be covered
- General information about Stirling Institute of Australia, industry areas and delivery locations
- Vocational Education & Training, learning pathways, course choice and industry based trainers
- Student Support
- Entry requirements, LLN Assessment, funding eligibility
- Course details, expected hours of study, student handbook, refund policy
- Practical placement (WWCC & Police Records Check)
- Fees and payment options
- The enrolment session – you can enrol on the day
- Your suitability for the course
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4. First day of class
On the first day, get ready to meet your amazing trainer, dive into the course syllabus, discover classroom expectations, and connect with your awesome classmates through fun introductory activities. Let the learning adventure begin!
We're here to support you every step of the way in your journey to enrol in our courses at Fresh Futures Australia. To ensure classes start on time, we kindly request your assistance. If you've submitted your Student Questionnaire, we take it as a positive sign that you're ready to continue with the enrolment process. However, if you still have questions or uncertainties, please don't hesitate to reach out to me personally. I'm here to address any further queries you may have.
To ensure a vibrant classroom environment, we need a minimum of 15 students to commence classes. If you see a missed call, voicemail, or text message from us or the RTO, please be courteous and give us a callback, even if it's to let us know you're no longer interested. We won't be offended!
We eagerly anticipate receiving your Student Questionnaire and discussing your career path with you further. Let's speak soon and take the first step towards achieving your goals!