This qualification covers workers who operate in a senior specialist role in a sterilising service or department. This worker is responsible for a range of functions, including the application of standards and quality requirements, stock maintenance and management and the efficacy of equipment and supplies.

This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Core units

BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships

HLTAMBFC402C Communicate in complex or difficult situations

(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301D )

HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry

HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

HLTSTE407C Manage availability and effectiveness of reusable medical devices

HLTSTE408C Manage effectiveness of reprocessing of reusable medical devices

HLTSTE409C Facilitate effective steam steriliser function

(Note pre-requs: HLTSTE407C , HLTSTE408C )

HLTSTE410B Facilitate effective cleaning functions

(Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301D )

TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

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 the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.

The following list of electives may facilitate selection.

BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

BSBFLM305C Support operational plan

BSBHRM402A Recruit, select and induct staff

BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

BSBWOR404B Develop work priorities

CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development

TAEASS402B Assess competence

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Entry requirements

To gain entry into HLT43807 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:

BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships

HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health

HLTHSE204D Follow safe manual handling practices

HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTWHS200A Participate in WHS processes

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 )

HLTSTE306D Manage sterile stock (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C )

HLTSTE307C Disinfect re-usable medical devices

(Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C , HLTSTE301D )

HLTSTE308C Care for surgical instruments (Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301D )

Not Applicable

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries