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Institute of Health and Nursing Australia

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care)

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The course HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) is a nationally recognized qualification in Australia.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Course Code
HLT33115, 093193E
Domestic Fees
$3,499 total

About this course

The course HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) is a nationally recognized qualification in Australia. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to work as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, aged care facilities, and community health centres.

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to perform various duties as an AIN, including assisting with basic nursing care, providing personal care, supporting patients' mobility, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. The program also provides a pathway to further study in nursing or other healthcare-related disciplines.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course; however, applicants should demonstrate ability to perform tasks as required by the industry.

IHNA Admission Requirements
  • 16 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course* #
  • Successful completion of an Australian Year 10 course or equivalent.

*Mature age students (22+) may also be considered without the minimum education requirements. Each case will be reviewed individually to ascertain the capacity of the applicant to meet course requirements.

#Students below 16 years of age should have consent from their parents prior to getting enrolment in any courses.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student's suitability.

Digital Literacy

  • Basic computer skills covering the most common usages of a computer, including managing computer files, word processing, using spreadsheets and databases; creating presentations; finding information and communicating using computers; and being aware of social and ethical implications of Internet use.
  • Having own computer (desktop or laptop) to facilitate the training and assessment.
Professional Experience Placement Requirements
  • A satisfactory National Police Clearance (NCC) or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate
  • Required immunisation
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Students must declare a disability or disorder (if any), or if they are on any medication which may require reasonable adjustments.

Study locations

Perth Campus

Sydney Campus

Melbourne CBD Campus

Credit for prior study or work

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

IHNA has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy, to ensure that an individual's prior learning, achieved through formal and informal training, work experience or other life experiences, is appropriately recognised.

Credit Transfer (CT)

Credit transfer applies to situations where learners have completed units at any provider identified to those in which they plan to enrol. Credit will be granted in accordance with the Credit Transfer procedure. A reduction in tuition fees will be applied if Credit Transfer is granted.

How to apply

  1. Application: Submit your online application by clicking "Enrol Now" on the top right corner of the course page.
  2. Interview: Once you've met IHNA's eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant
  3. Offer Letter: If you're successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
  4. Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
  5. Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a conformation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.

Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.

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