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Course Overview

Prepare for entry-level roles supporting nurses and patients in hospitals, aged care, and clinical settings. HLT33115 builds skills in infection prevention and control (IPC), safe manual handling, assisting with patient movement and transport, bed making and environmental cleaning, basic patient support, workplace communication, documentation, and WHS. Learn how to work within scope under the direction of health professionals.

Who it's for:
  • People seeking a hospital/clinical support role (patient services assistant, wards person, orderly)
  • Career changers moving into healthcare from hospitality, retail, or labouring
  • Graduates of HLT23221 wanting hands‑on healthcare experience

Pathways:

After completion, students can progress to specific fields of study such as:

  • Diploma of Nursing - and become an Enrolled Nurse (EN)
  • Certificate III in Individual Support - working in aged care or disability services
  • This qualification opens the doors to other career pathways such as: assistant in nursing (AIN)/patient services assistant, wards person, health admin, pathway toward enrolled/registered nursing or allied health with further study

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Careers
  • Patient Services Assistant (PSA)
  • Wards Person/Orderly
  • Environmental Services Officer (Hospital)
  • Patient Transport Officer (non-emergency, entry-level)
  • Health Services Assistant (Acute/Aged Care)
    • Course Outcome

    A nationally recognised HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

    Study Options:

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    QLD

    MacGregor SHS

    Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

    HLT33115
    HLT33115 - MACGREGOR SHS
    Next enrolment:
    Next Intake Date
    Duration:
    10 Weeks
    Delivery Method
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    MacGregor SHS
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    Upcoming Intakes

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    https://enrol.strategix.edu.au

    Intake Overview

    Details
    Qualification:
    Certificate III
    Nominal Duration:
    10 Weeks
    Attendance:
    Tuesday
    Delivery Method
    at School
    Expected Schedule:
    January Intake
    Fees
    Full Fee
    $
    Non Concession
    $
    Fee Free
    Concession
    $
    Fee Free
    Onshore
    $
    Fee Free
    Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

    Additional Information

    Funding & Payment Support

    You may be eligable for funding:
    Funding options may apply to this course. To learn more about funding please explore our funding page.
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    What you will study

    Learn how hospitals and clinics run safely. Practise PPE and infection control, move and position patients under direction, maintain clean and ready rooms and equipment, assist with mealtimes and transport, and complete simple documentation. Build communication skills, respect privacy and dignity, and work within your role as part of a professional healthcare team.

    Enrolment Info

    Necessary Documents
    • Parent/Guardian consent form (required if under 18)
    • USI (Unique Student Identifier) — a free, 10‑character ID for all VET students. Create or find yours at usi.gov.au before enrolment. Use your legal name and a valid ID (e.g., Medicare card, passport, birth certificate). Keep it safe—you’ll need it to access statements of attainment and certificates.
    • Immunisation/vaccination evidence if required by placement sites (e.g., COVID-19, influenza, Hep B as applicable)
    • National Police Check and Working with Children Check (state/territory dependent)
    Entry Considerations
    • LLN suitable for reading procedures and completing workplace forms
    • Ability to perform manual-handling tasks safely and wear PPE
    • Willingness to follow privacy, dignity, and professional boundaries
    Notes and School Delivery Info
    • Units and sequencing are selected to suit school timetables (e.g., weekly sessions or block delivery).
    • PPE may be required: safety shoes, hi‑vis, hairnets, gloves as applicable.
    • Site access is subject to provider and employer availability; simulated environments may be used to meet competency.
    • Always check your school/provider’s current unit list, assessment schedule, and any age‑related workplace restrictions.
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