This qualification covers workers who maintain the safe function and operation of the hyperbaric chamber and related equipment during client treatments and testing procedures. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Hyperbaric technician | Hyperbaric technical officer |
Hyperbaric technical officer grade one |
PACKAGING RULES 13 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 8 core units 5 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: At least 2 electives from the relevant electives listed below Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice 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 2 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
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHY401D Prepare multi-place hyperbaric chamber
HLTHY402D Operate multi-place hyperbaric chamber
HLTHY403D Conduct post compression routines
HLTHY404D Implement emergency procedures for hyperbaric chamber
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.
A minimum of 2 electives must be selected from the units listed below.
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
BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTMT307B Clean location to achieve low bacteria status
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes
Additional electives may be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules.
Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
Not Applicable
To gain entry to HLT41507 Certificate IV in Hyperbaric Technology a candidate must have:
• Certification by the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) as a Life Support Technician
or
• Certification (Part 3) of Competency for Diving Supervisors by Australian Diver Accreditation Scheme (ADAS)
or
• Attainment of rank of Petty Officer Clearance Diver
Not Applicable
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries