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This qualification reflects the role of allied health assistants who provide assistance to allied health professionals under predetermined guidelines. Depending on the setting, work may include following treatment plans for therapeutic interventions and/or conducting programs under the regular direct, indirect or remote supervision of an allied health professional.

A Dental Assistant works as part of a multi disciplinary team, with a range of oral health professionals such as Dentists, Dental Specialists, Oral Health Therapists, Dental Hygienists and Dental Prosthetists.

Dental Assistants will provide assistance during client service delivery and often undertake administrative tasks such as reception, appointment scheduling, payment and receipts as well as clinical management. Dental Assistants can also work as advocates in health promotion and clinic management roles. Dental assistants are often the first point of contact for clients and have the opportunity to ensure the practice is welcoming to patients.

Private practices employ dental assistants in full time, part-time or casual positions. Public Health Services operate dental clinics in hospitals, schools or community based clinics, and dental assistants work with oral health therapists and dentists in these positions. Correctional Services, Defence forces and some aged care facilities provide oral health services and employ staff for these positions. Mobile dental clinics travel to aged care facilities and rural and remote areas providing dental treatment.

Are you thinking about making a positive difference in the lives of our young people? Careers in early childhood education and development are as diverse as they are in demand.  Helping to cultivate and nurture our youngest people is a vocational calling that requires care and empathy, as well as creativity and excitement.

Our certificate graduates confidently enter the early childhood education industry as educators.  They support children’s wellbeing and development in the context of an approved learning framework.  Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures and can work both independently or under the guidance of others.

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia.

Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

The HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration aims to produce ‘work-ready’ graduates who have acquired the knowledge and experience to assist in obtaining employment within the health industry and who will meet the requirements of the training package.

Graduates of this course will be equipped with the cognitive and analytical skills, judgement, and decision-making abilities necessary to succeed. These skills will be practised and applied through simulation-based assessment activities, reflective learning opportunities and group work.

The course also encourages graduates to be advocates of lifelong learning and ethical practice through membership of professional groups and organisations, and industry peak bodies. It will provide students with the skills and attributes to continue to further study (including undergraduate studies).

Through the acquisition of core learning, the development of critical skills and thinking, and through the development of ethical practice and professionalism the course will enable students to achieve their own goals and ambitions.

Careers in early childhood education and development are as diverse as they are in demand. To help cultivate and nurture our youngest people is a vocational calling that requires care and empathy, as well as creativity and excitement. Our diploma graduates can confidently enter industry as early childhood educators knowing that they have a balance of skills, knowledge and attitudes that are valued by industry leading employers. They are equipped with the capacity to design and implement curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. and may also have responsibility supervising volunteers and other staff.

Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Massage is the practice of influencing soft tissue by physical, functional, and in some cases psychological purposes and goals by accredited professionals. Massage involves acting on and inspiring the client’s body with pressure (structured, unstructured, stationary, and/or moving), tension, motion, or vibration done manually or with mechanical aids. Target tissues may include muscles, tendons, ligaments, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, and/or organs. Massage can be applied with the hands, fingers, elbows, forearm, and feet.  (Source: Australian Association of Massage Therapists)

Our Educators work at the leading edge of the wider healthcare industry and focus on imparting effective therapeutic and clinical techniques. As more people turn to massage for its health benefits, a growing number of individuals and existing health professionals around the world are successfully combining massage with their practical and clinical skills to promote healing within the conventional medical community.

Our goal is to help you balance caring for yourself while caring for others, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Successful completion of HLT52021 Diploma of Remedial Massage qualifies graduates to register with the Australian Association of Massage Therapists and to work as an accredited Massage Therapist.

This course gives graduates a variety of employment opportunities within the health, disability and community services industries. CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services equips you with the skills and knowledge to specialise in case management and coordination of services; course coordination; delivery of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities; and new business development in the community services sector.

Our students enjoy a supportive learning environment where care and attention is given to their individual needs. Recognition of prior learning may apply.

Direct entry into the Diploma is available to eligible applicants.

This diploma provides a pathway into further study at Advanced Diploma level, and/or pathways to Higher Education qualifications in Social Work, Disability or Strategic Leadership.

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) offers students a holistic approach to caring for the aged. With exceptional job outcomes in a growing sector, this Certificate course will offer individuals a supportive learning environment and unique opportunities to develop the physical, mental and emotional skills associated with the human services area. If you have a genuine desire to care for and be of service to the elderly, we encourage you to investigate the benefits of working in this rewarding field.

Successful completion of CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualifies graduates to work as Personal Care Workers in the Community Services and Residential Aged Care Sector. This certificate offers an entry pathway into HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing and CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services courses.

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) offers students a holistic approach to caring for people with a disability. With exceptional job outcomes in a growing sector, this Certificate course will offer individuals a supportive learning environment and unique opportunities to develop the physical, mental and emotional skills associated with the human services area. If you have a genuine desire to care for and be of service to the elderly, we encourage you to investigate the benefits of working in this rewarding field.

Successful completion of CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) qualifies graduates to work as Personal Care Workers in the Community Services and Residential Disability Care Sector. This certification offers an entry pathway into the Diploma of Nursing HLT54121 and Diploma of Community Services CHC52015 courses.

Are you an existing health or community services professional or perhaps looking to build on your existing Diploma studies?

The Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management CHC62015 qualification reflects the role of workers who are middle managers or managers across a range of community sector organisations. These people work independently and report to executive management, directors or boards of management. They undertake a range of functions requiring the application of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation’s goals and strategic directions.

At this level, workers have responsibility for planning and monitoring service delivery, recruitment and performance management of other paid or unpaid workers, managing risk and contributing to continuous improvement within the scope of their specific role. This may include management of a specific program or project, or broader management of a community-based organisation, early childhood education service, not-for-profit organisation or community centre.

Pathways into community sector management as a career include vocational training and tertiary qualifications. Students who complete this diploma may be eligible for entry into higher education courses in areas such as Social Work, Human Services and Applied Public Health.

Direct entry into the Advanced Diploma is available to eligible applicants; or students might choose to study the Diploma of Nursing HLT54115, Diploma of Community Services CHC52015, Diploma of Counselling CHC51015 or Diploma of Mental Health CHC53315 before commencing this Advanced Diploma course.

All candidates who undertake the Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management CHC62015 will be provided with advice on employment and training options.

Mental health is one of the most critical and dynamic areas of public health across the world. It is an integral and essential component of health. The World Health Organisation states: “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

The Diploma of Mental Health CHC53315 equips graduates with the skills to support their client’s holistic health and an overall state of well-being in which an individual realises his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community. With more than one in five people suffering a mental health illness at some point in their lives, well trained Mental Health professionals are essential for a healthy community.

As a Mental Health student at EQUALS, you are comprehensively trained across multiple service delivery areas – including prevention, planning, delivery and treatment, recovery and evaluation. There is a strong emphasis on working with diverse cultures and communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our Mental Health graduates may be employed in a range of settings including schools, medical centres, outreach services. hospitals, shelters, community service providers, educational institutions, prisons and long term residential facilities.

Pathways into mental health as a career include vocational training and tertiary qualifications. Students who complete this diploma may be eligible for entry into higher education courses in areas such as Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Human Services and Applied Public Health. VET Pathways include Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management CHC62015.

The Diploma of Mental Health CHC53315 offers graduates a variety of employment opportunities within the health, human and community services sectors. These may include Welfare Support Workers and Mental Health Outreach Support Workers, Community Engagement Workers and other Rehabilitation Workers within the sector.

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.

The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership & Management equips graduates with a variety of career opportunities. Increasingly, industry employers are demanding individuals who can manage operations and lead teams within dynamic and challenging environments.

This course is suitable for self-motivated people who hold a genuine interest in working in management and leadership roles and who wish to further develop their leadership skills and knowledge required to provide high quality services in a variety of industry sectors. Industry sectors may include health, community services, banking and finance, education, hospitality, retail and other commercial and community environments.

This is an excellent course that can be used as a pathway into higher education level qualifications at the undergraduate degree level.

Course participants at this level display initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their own workload and the workload of others. They use communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements. They plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems, and identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources.

Graduates enjoy quality employment outcomes or may build onto their Diploma by continuing onto undergraduate university studies at any number of Australian universities.

This qualification covers competencies for work entry program providing grounding in safety and basic skills and knowledge for work in any electrotechnology discipline.

Electrotechnology is a rapidly growing field, essential for today’s and tomorrow’s energy-dependent lifestyle. This industry includes domestic and commercial electrical installations, electrical power generation and distribution, telecommunications and security systems, air-conditioning and refrigeration, instrumentation and process control, renewable and sustainable energy, as well as electric vehicles and rail transport.

In this course, you will acquire the fundamental electrical skills and knowledge needed to be work-ready, paving the way towards an apprenticeship as an electrician. Many leading South Australian electrical companies view this course as a crucial pre-apprenticeship qualification.

Do you have a genuine passion for health and a desire to care for others? EQUALS’ HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing could be the perfect start to your nursing career!

Health Workforce Australia’s workforce projections show that demand for nurses will significantly exceed supply. With a projected shortfall of 123,000 nurses across Australia by 2030, the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing offers a nationally recognised qualification that enables graduates to register as an Enrolled Nurse with Ahpra.

At EQUALS we offer two innovative delivery modes for the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing, providing you with the flexibility to choose the right study mode for your situation. EQUALS’ Study Mode A offers a campus-based delivery model over 78 weeks. This study mode is suitable for international and domestic students looking for a standard delivery mode with attendance on campus most weeks during the study period.

Alternatively, our Study Mode B offers domestic students flexibility with blended online delivery and campus based intensive learning. Study Mode B is particularly designed for students living in regional and rural locations, and those who need more flexibility to learn in a blended format.

Irrespective of your study mode, as a nursing student at EQUALS you have access to a supportive learning environment where care and attention is given to your individual circumstances. Credit or recognition for previous nursing or health experience may apply for eligible students.

EQUALS’ Diploma of Nursing graduates benefit from quality employment pathways. As a graduate, you can build on your Diploma by continuing onto the HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental health) or undergraduate university studies at a number of Australian universities. EQUALS’ Diploma of Nursing course will provide 12 months credit at most undergraduate nursing degrees (subject to approval).

The Enrolled Nurse (EN) works with the Registered Nurse (RN) as part of the health care team and demonstrates competence in the provision of person-centred care. Core practice generally requires the Enrolled Nurse to work under the direct or indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse. At all times, the Enrolled Nurse retains responsibility for their actions and remains accountable in providing delegated nursing care (NMBA Enrolled Nurse Standards for Practice 2016).

Students undertaking a HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing will be registered with the Ahpra student register.

This certificate is designed for individuals who require further foundation skills development to prepare for workforce entry or vocational training pathways.

It is suitable for individuals who require:

• a pathway to employment or vocational training
• reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3
• entry level digital literacy and employability skills
• a vocational training and employment plan.

Looking for flexibility in your career choice? The Certificate III in Pathology Collection HLT37215 is delivered either as a full qualification or as a Statement of Attainment (part qualification).

The full Certificate qualification requires completion of a professional experience placement over a minimum of 40 hours. Professional experience placements are provided subject to supply and employer availability. Alternatively, students undertaking the Statement of Attainment are able to complete their professional experience placements once they have secured employment. Students undertaking the Statement of Attainment will receive up to 13 units of competency in the full qualification, which has 14 units of competency.

Students undertaking studies in Pathology Collection are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities before they have completed their studies. Studies also provide flexibility and opportunity to pathway into higher degrees within the health sector.

The Certificate III in Pathology Collection HLT37215 qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors. Workers in this role work separately and as part of a team, contributing to processes and procedures, taking responsibility for their own work. They possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a balanced application of customer service and technical skills, using discretion and judgment to adapt and transfer their skills to different situations.

Pathology Collectors are employed in a variety of settings. They may be employed by a specific health care provider or by an organisation that specialises in pathology collection, storage and transport.

A wide variety of employment opportunities exist for pathology collectors across government 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.

Graduates of the Certificate III in Pathology Collection HLT37215 qualifies individuals to work as a Phlebotomist or Pathology Collector in the health sector. This qualification offers a direct entry pathway into Diploma level courses in Nursing or other related health care fields.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing and disability or some other reason.

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) aims to produce ‘work-ready’ graduates who have acquired the knowledge and experience to assist in obtaining employment within the health services industry.

This course equips participants with the confidence, skills and knowledge required to recognise and manage a sick or injured person using key first aid principles.

Participants will learn to provide first aid response, essential life support and to manage the sick or injured person until the arrival of medical assistance. After successfully completing this course graduates will receive a Statement of Attainment in Provide First Aid (Unit Code: HLTAID011 ).

Established as the oldest surviving complete medical system in the world, Ayurveda has its origins dating back more than 5000 years ago. The name Ayurveda is derived from its ancient Sanskrit roots – ‘Ayur‘ (‘life’ or ‘longevity’) and ‘Veda‘ (‘science’ or ‘knowledge’). Ayurveda can be described as ‘The Science of Life or Longevity’ or ‘The Yoga of Life’.

Ayurveda and Siddha provide the knowledge and the tools to allow you to experience your ‘life-span’ to its fullest extent This medical science offers a rich, comprehensive, holistic and meaningful outlook to a healthy life.

The Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda HLT62615 course is dedicated to the integration of authentic, ancient Vedic education with the enlightened Western ideas of today.

Ayurveda offers a diverse range of career pathways, and opportunities are increasing with the acceptance of Ayurveda into western medicine.

Established as the oldest surviving complete medical system in the world, Ayurveda has its origins dating back more than 5000 years ago. The name Ayurveda is derived from its ancient Sanskrit roots – ‘Ayur‘ (‘life’ or ‘longevity’) and ‘Veda‘ (‘science’ or ‘knowledge’). Ayurveda can be described as ‘The Science of Life or Longevity’ or ‘The Yoga of Life’.

Ayurveda and Siddha provide the knowledge and the tools to allow you to experience your ‘life-span’ to its fullest extent for very specific purposes. This medical science offers a rich, comprehensive, holistic and meaningful outlook to a healthy life.

However, the highest or ultimate goal of Ayurveda is to attain absolute detachment of the ‘Atman’ or soul. This is the state of liberation or ‘Moksham’. At the same instance, the body, mind and its equipment are not neglected but brought very much into focus and attention, as it is the means of realising the Self or Truth.

Each person will practice and live differently as each person is different and unique. Ayurvedic philosophy believes that people, their health, and the universe are all related. It is believed that health problems result when these relationships are out of balance.

Graduates of the Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation HLT52615 are qualified to offer consultations and provide advice, selected remedies and Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation therapies according to Ayurvedic principles. People working at this level may be self-employed independent practitioners or work in a larger health service.

Graduates of the Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation HLT52615 who wish to further their study will gain direct entry to the Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda HLT62615 at EQUALS.

This course re-certifies participants in providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Participants will refresh their knowledge and skills in providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation to adults, children an infants in the case of cardiac arrest. Graduates of this course will receive a Statement of Attainment in Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Unit Code: HLTAID009 ).

This qualification equips existing Enrolled Nurses with advanced clinical skills, management and leadership competencies, research skills and additional knowledge in the area of client management, assessment, and care.

Nurses enjoy a supportive learning environment where care and attention is given to their individual and work needs. Training sessions for this qualification are supported by blended and online learning methods.

The Bachelor of Human Services is a professional, integrated and comprehensive human services course that offers comprehensive up to date knowledge and experience discipline-specific, practical and applied training. From core learning and the development of critical skills and thinking, through to the development of ethical practice and professionalism, you’ll emerge as a competent practitioner.

You will expand and practice applying your knowledge through latest case studies, unique problem solving, group collaboration, essays, practical exercises, unique professional placements, action research, and quizzes.

You will become a ‘work-ready’ graduate with acquired knowledge and experience in all aspects of contemporary human services. You’ll gain both depth and breadth in human services as well as study more specialised options.

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) (MSWQ) is a professional entry qualification that prepares social work students for meaningful work in a global profession. Students develop a deep appreciation for the profession and foster a macro outlook that informs social work at the micro and national level. They recognise the interconnectedness of social issues across borders and possess the tools to effect positive change at all levels.

This short course is designed for support workers who require the skills and knowledge required to prepare and provide medication assistance and complete medication documentation. This short course also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication. It is best suited to support workers who are employed or who are otherwise able to demonstrate competency in a suitable workplace.

Content

• Prepare to assist with medication
• Prepare the client for assistance with administration of medication
• Support clients with administration of medication
• Handle medication contingencies
• Complete medication distribution and documentation

Enrolment Options

Option 1

Participants complete our online course and receive a Certificate of Completion. This option does not require completion of the Workplace Observation assessment and is ideal for those seeking a professional development course without the nationally recognised unit of competency.

Option 2

Participants complete a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medications. This option requires participants to complete all assessment requirements. Participants seeking a Statement of Attainment must have access to a suitably qualified workplace supervisor (i.e. Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse) who will verify competency prior to completing the short course.

The short course is offered online on our Open Learning course site or in a blended campus delivery mode. In the blended delivery mode, participants complete theoretical knowledge in a self-paced mode, followed by 8 hours of clinical simulation and practice and an assessment with our qualified Assessor in your workplace.