EQUALS International

HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This certificate reflects the role of a variety of workers who use a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge to provide assistance to health professional staff for the care of clients. Health services assistance involves the worker in direct client contact under supervision.

Health Services Assistants are employed in a variety of settings. They may be employed by a specific health care provider or by an organisation that specialises in provision of general health services, storage, transport and client assistance. A wide variety of employment opportunities exist for Health Services Assistants across government, agencies, community and private industry. Employment is typically available on a full time or part time basis and suits a range of individuals with a variety of employment needs.

Students who successfully complete this course may be eligible to continue further study at Diploma level in Community Services, Nursing, Mental Health or other related human services fields.

Delivery mode

EQUALS International offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.

Locations
  • 54 Currie St, Adelaide

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115 qualification are:

Standard Delivery Mode

  • Adequate English language skills and numeracy skills to communicate safely and effectively in study and work environments. Domestic applicants are required to complete relevant internal LLN skills testing and/or are required to successfully demonstrate exit level 2 in reading and numeracy through the CSPA test (refer EQUALS LLN Policy). International applicants are required to demonstrate a minimum 5.5 overall band score in IELTS (or equivalent) prior to course commencement.
  • Physical fitness to meet industry requirements

Students are encouraged to obtain the following in preparation for employment:

  • Successful completion of theory and simulated practical assessment, including Hand Hygiene Certificate, and
  • Valid DCSI Clearances for working with Aged, Vulnerable and Children, and
  • Applicants must show adequate evidence of competency in communication skills and knowledge. In particular, applicants need to be able to read, comprehend, interpret, apply, write and share information to standards that will ensure the safety of clients in their care.

Self-Paced/Blended Mode

  • As per Standard Delivery Mode.
  • Admissions staff will consult with applicants to determine suitability for undertaking the course in self-paced/blended mode study. All applicants must demonstrate adequate digital literacy skills to be able to engage with online materials reliably and effectively.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $295 $2,995 Fees are based on full-time study.
SA
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with EQUALS International to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode On Campus / Blended
Duration 13 Weeks
Estimated fee* $295 $2,995 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.

About EQUALS International

EQUALS was founded over 30 years ago, with the dream of promoting and developing human potential. Today we are an independent tertiary education provider offering nationally recognised and accredited courses to local and international students.

Operating since 2004
Legal name EQUALS International (Aust) Pty Ltd
RTO code 3492