Foundation Education
Certificate IV in Health Administration
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Gain the skills you need to lead a health administration team.
The Certificate IV in Health Administration equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to develop your leadership career in the healthcare sector.
With this qualification, you can set yourself up for a rewarding career in the growing healthcare industry and supervise teams as a Senior Ward Clerk, Senior Admissions Clerk or a Medical Records Section Leader.
While studying the HLT47321 Certificate IV in Health Administration, you’ll learn how to:
- Apply medical terminology
- Lead effective workplace relationships
- Communicate effectively with clients
- Work in a culturally diverse environment
Delivery Structure
Theoretical elementsStudy the theoretical elements of this course, anywhere and anytime through our online learning platform.
Practical elementsYou’ll be required to complete practical tasks under the direction of a qualified supervisor (i.e. a person who holds a Certificate IV in Health Administration or equivalent), as indicated in the assessment requirements of each unit of competency.
Resources Required
- Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points.
- Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibreoptic (Dial up access is not recommended)
- Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
- MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
- Internet Browser: Google Chrome and Firefox are recommended browsers and have Java script enabled.
- Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download)
- Office equipment: A printer and scanner may be required to print and upload some of your assessments
Delivery mode
Foundation Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification as specified in the packaging rules.
Residency status
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent) or have the right to study in Australia.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
Foundation Education offers flexible payment plans beginning from just $54.22* a week!
Enquire now to find out more about instalment plans or saving on your course fees by paying upfront.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Health Administration will prepare you for the following roles.
Ward Clerk
A Ward Clerk performs a range of administrative tasks and general duties in a hospital ward. You might answer phone calls and deal with patient and...
Patient Liaison Officer
A Patient Liaison Officer provides support to patients during treatment in a hospital or healthcare facility. You might provide them with informati...
Medical Receptionist
A Medical Receptionist works in the office of a hospital, health clinic or medical practitioner. You’ll perform administrative duties such as answe...
Admissions Clerk
An Admissions Clerk handles the administration of patients checking in and leaving hospital. You’ll ensure necessary paperwork is completed and req...
Practice Manager
A Practice Manager oversees the daily running of a medical practice. You might work for a general practitioner or be employed by a specialist healt...
Medical Secretary
A Medical Secretary performs a range of administrative tasks in a healthcare facility. You might work at a hospital, at a doctor or specialist’s of...
Dental Receptionist
A Dental Receptionist performs a range of tasks in the front office of a dental surgery or practice. You might answer phone calls, greet patients a...
Medical Administrator
A Medical Administrator oversees administrative duties for a health service or program. You might undertake tasks such as ordering supplies, managi...
Clinic Administrator
Clinic administrators are the behind-the-scenes champions of a medical practice, doctor’s clinic or community health centre. They maintain patient...
Team Administrator
A Team Administrator provides administrative support to a work team in a particular department or for a particular project. You might assist collea...
Treatment Coordinator
A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time disc...
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...
About Foundation Education
We are one of the few Registered Training Organisations in Australia who endeavour to deliver flexible online training solutions designed to fit our students’ lifestyles. We provide excellence in Vocational Education and Training and have an established partnership network that drives the quality of graduates across each industry.
Foundation Education RTO 22557.
