Australian College of Disability and Community Services
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of a new worker wanting to become an Allied Health Assistant and gain entry to the aged care, disability and other health sectors. They may provide assistance, under the delegation and supervision of Allied Health Professionals (AHP).
Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote, according to the individual Allied Health Assistant’s scope of practice and experience.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of clinical placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Delivery mode
Australian College of Disability and Community Services offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Level 2, 1 Innovation Road, North Ryde
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.
Allied Health Assistant
An Allied Health Assistant works with people using various therapies to help them reach their goals. You might assist people with a disability, eld...
Medical Imaging Assistant
A Medical Imaging Assistant operates and maintains equipment such as x-ray machines or scanning equipment. You might perform scans according to the...
Occupational Therapy Assistant
An Occupational Therapy Assistant works with individual clients to deliver therapy programs. You'll follow a plan prepared by an occupational thera...
Therapy Aide
A Therapy Aide supports clients with the delivery of various therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology. You’ll work...
Allied Health Professional
An Allied Health Professional provides vital support in the healthcare system, working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to improve p...
Pathology Assistant
A Pathology Assistant conducts a range of tests in a medical laboratory. You might prepare samples for testing, perform tests and write reports on...
Patient Services Assistant
A Patient Services Assistant helps with patient needs at a hospital or healthcare facility. You might assist patients on arrival or help them with...
Trainee
A Trainee is someone working in an entry level position within a business or organisation. Trainees are employed in a range of industries and you’l...
Physiotherapy Assistant
A Physiotherapy Assistant helps to deliver physiotherapy programs to clients with various needs. You’ll work with a physiotherapist to follow a the...
Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
An Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator develops policies and procedures to control infections in a workplace. You’ll identify potential in...
Advanced Personal Trainer
Advanced personal trainers hold private workout sessions with clients to help them achieve their personal fitness goals. These sessions can include...
Anaesthetic Technician
An Anaesthetic Technician works with patients undergoing anaesthesia during medical procedures. You’ll discuss procedures with patients and gather...
Myotherapist
A Myotherapist uses a range of techniques to treat clients dealing with soft tissue problems. You might use massage, acupressure or other healing t...
Hospital Orderly
A Hospital Orderly assists with patient care and general tasks in a healthcare environment. You might help patients with showering or dressing or m...
Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD)
An Alcohol and Drug Tester conducts tests for prohibited substances in a workplace. You might carry out breath testing to check for alcohol use or...
Pharmaceutical Production Worker
A Pharmaceutical Production Worker is involved in the production of pharmaceutical products at a manufacturing facility. You might take part in var...
Audiometrist
An Audiometrist performs hearing assessments to check for problems with a person’s hearing. You might work for a specialist audiometry organisation...
About Australian College of Disability and Community Services
The Australian College of Disability and Community Services is owned and operated by the Centre for Disability Studies.
We bring to the sector a new concept of evidence-based Vocational Education – with all courses taught embracing universal design, cultural safety and person-centredness.
