HLT30121 Certificate III
HLT30121 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Official SourceThe HLT30121 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care is designed for individuals seeking a career in health care support across diverse environments, including urban, rural, and remote communities. This qualification is specifically tailored for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people working under general supervision as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, providing essential primary health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
Build the knowledge and practical skills to deliver general health services with a strong focus on cultural safety. Learn to provide care that is respectful, responsive and aligned to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, while working confidently within defined guidelines and professional standards.
Strengthen your ability to practise in ways that respect culture, community and identity. Develop the skills to make informed decisions, use discretion in your role, and follow established policies and procedures that guide day-to-day health service delivery.
Gain the capability to contribute meaningfully across a range of health care environments, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations, as well as public and private health services.
Be supported by Aboriginal clinical educators and allied health professionals who provide culturally relevant teaching, practical insight and a supportive learning environment.
Establish a strong foundation for employment in diverse health care settings and take the next step toward improving the health and wellbeing of your community.
This qualification offers a pathway to employment in a variety of health care settings, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organizations and both the public and private health sectors. It provides a strong foundation for those looking to contribute meaningfully to improving the health and well-being of their communities.
This qualification offers a pathway to employment in a variety of health care settings, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organizations and both the public and private health sectors. It provides a strong foundation for those looking to contribute meaningfully to improving the health and well-being of their communities. This qualification is classified as full-time study if completed within a twelve-month period. Eight weeks of onsite face to face training is provided over a period of twelve months, with further study and set assignment work in between workshop visits.
To be assessed as competent in this qualification, individual workers are required to undertake supervised practice in a primary health care setting, supplemented by simulated practical application of skills and knowledge. Students who are not working in the health industry with access to the necessary experience will be required to complete a work placement of at least 250 hours, or 7 weeks full-time equivalent. Individuals must demonstrate consistency of performance over time to achieve competency outcomes.
Students will be required to complete course work between scheduled study workshops, such as projects, workplace practice and workbooks.
This study program is classified as full-time due to the significant amount of study that takes place outside of the classroom. Applicants should note that the Training Workshops component of this study program is considered the smallest component, and commitment to the Work Place Evidence and Self-directed Learning components are essential to complete the qualification.
Meet one of the following criteria:
Before participating in the clinical placement experience component of the course, applicants must provide the following:
These requirements ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during the clinical placement experience.
Course Dates to be supplied as soon as available.
This qualification is classified as full-time study if completed within a twelve-month period. Eight weeks of onsite face to face training is provided over a period of twelve months, with further study and set assignment work in between workshop visits.
To be assessed as competent in this qualification, individual students are required to undertake supervised practice in a primary health care setting, supplemented by simulated practical application of skills and knowledge. Students who are not working in the health industry with access to the necessary experience will be required to complete a work placement of at least 250 hours, or 7 weeks full-time equivalent to ensure clinical competency. For students that are already employed within a Primary health Service, clinical hours become less important and the development and attainment of clinical skills becomes the priority. Individuals must demonstrate consistency of performance over time to achieve competency outcomes.
Students will be required to complete course work between scheduled study workshops, such as projects, workplace practice and workbooks.
This study program is classified as full-time due to the significant amount of study that takes place outside of the classroom. Applicants should note that the Training Workshops component of this study program is considered the smallest component, and commitment to the Workplace Evidence and Self-directed Learning components are essential to complete the qualification.
