Victoria University

HLT43015

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Gain the knowledge and skills to provide therapeutic and program-related support to allied health professionals, and to assist patients with their rehabilitation.

Delivered by expert staff through our award-winning interactive e-learning model, the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43015 at VU Polytechnic will provide you with the essential training to work alongside health professionals such as physiotherapists or occupational therapists in the health industry.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • McKechnie Street, St Albans
  • 438–460 Ballarat Road, Sunshine North
  • 235 Hoppers Lane, Werribee

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Victoria University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
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Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance will prepare you for the following roles.

Diversional Therapy Assistant

Diversional Therapy Assistants supports Diversional Therapists to run leisure and recreational programs for people living in residential care, or t...

Avg yearly income $52,936
Entry barriers Low

Speech Pathologist Assistant

A Speech Pathology Assistant works with clients on programs that develop their communication skills. You’ll follow a program prepared by a speech p...

Avg yearly income $67,080
Entry barriers Low

Nutrition Assistant

A Nutrition Assistant provides advice to clients to help them meet their nutritional needs. You’ll work under the guidance of a qualified nutrition...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Therapy Aide

A Therapy Aide supports clients with the delivery of various therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology. You’ll work...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Allied Health Professional

An Allied Health Professional provides vital support in the healthcare system, working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to improve p...

Avg yearly income $74,464
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $66,040
Entry barriers Low

Nursing Assistant

A Nursing Assistant provides support to nursing staff in a hospital or healthcare facility. You’ll assist patients with tasks such as showering or...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.