This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to work as a Health Care Provider in the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The qualification has been designed specifically for work within the ADF and the 11 units of competency with codes beginning HLTDEFHC are available only to ADF personnel.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers include:
Medical assistant | Health care provider |
PACKAGING RULES 29 units of competency are required for this qualification, including: 18 core units 11 elective units Electives are to be selected from: Group A medical assisting specialist electives of which six (6) are required for medical assisting work in Defence Group B elective which is recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Group C - general electives |
Core units
HLTAMBCR401C Deliver basic clinical care (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B )
HLTAMBSC401B Manage routine scene and promote public safety
HLTCSD304D Support the care of clients
HLTDEFHC401B Administer medications
HLTDEFHC402B Assist with clinical procedures
HLTDEFHC403B Conduct a clinical assessment
HLTDEFHC404B Conduct a clinical measurement
HLTDEFHC405B Provide inpatient care
HLTDEFHC406B Participate in deployed health capability
HLTDEFHC407C Perform basic clinical procedures
HLTDEFHC408B Provide treatments for common conditions
HLTDEFHC409B Provide general support during casualty resuscitation
(Note pre-requ: PUADEFEO101D )
HLTDEFHC410B Record clinical information during casualty resuscitation
HLTFA412A Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requ: HLTFA311A )
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Relevant electives
Group A - medical assisting specialist elective units (select 6)
Six (6) electives must be selected from the units below.
HLTAH302D Assist with the application and removal of a plaster cast
HLTAMBAE403D Follow procedures for routine safe removal of client
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM408D Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTCSD305D Assist with client movement
HLTDEFHC411B Attend to client being transported by road ambulance
HLTPAT304D Collect pathology specimens other than blood
HLTPAT306D Perform blood collection
HLTPAT308D Identify and respond to clinical risks associated with pathology specimen collection
HLTSTE301D Clean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C )
HLTSTE302D Inspect and pack items
(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C , HLTSTE308C )
HLTSTE303D Sterilise loads (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C )
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 B elective - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients or communities, the following elective is recommended:
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Group C - general elective units
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBWOR204A Use business technology
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development
HLTCOM301C Provide specific information to clients
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM407B Provide reception services for a practice
HLTCSD201D Maintain high standard of client service
HLTCSD203D Prepare and maintain beds
HLTCSD306D Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
HLTMS203D Undertake routine stock maintenance
HLTMS206D Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting
HLTMS207D Handle medical gases safely
PUACOM005B Foster a positive organisational image in the community
PUACOM007B Liaise with other organisations (Note pre-requ: PUACOM005B )
PUASAR001B Participate in a rescue operation (Note pre-requ: PUAEME001B )
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
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Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries