This qualification covers workers who undertake a range of tasks related to the application, modification, and removal of various orthopaedic devices.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Cast technician | Plaster orderly |
PACKAGING RULES 16 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 11 core units 5 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Other relevant electives listed below Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing |
Core units
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCT401D Apply casts
HLTCT402D Modify casts
HLTCT403D Remove casts
HLTCT405D Apply orthopaedic devices (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B )
HLTCT406D Modify orthopaedic devices
HLTCT407D Remove orthopaedic devices
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following list of relevant electives is intended to facilitate selection. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMKG413A Promote products and services
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
HLTCT404D Apply and remove traction
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTIN302C Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work
(Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C )
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries