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VCE VET Health
Program BookletIncorporating
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services (Release 1)
HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (Release 2) (partial completion)
HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Release 2)
January 2019
This program was first implemented in November 2015.
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Modification history
Version Status Release Date Comments
4.0 Current January 2019 Moved to Program Booklet.
See Appendix 2 for details of program changes.
3.1 Superseded June 2018 Clarification that HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance is partial completion.
3.0 Superseded January 2018 Changes to HLT33015, Unit 3 and 4 elective bank for scored program in 2018.
2.0 Superseded December 2016 Changes to Elective Bank for Unit 3 and 4 in preparation for scored program in 2018.
HLT21212 Certificate II in Health Support Services is superseded by HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services.
1.0 Superseded November 2015 Original Program
Authorised and published by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment AuthorityLevel 7, 2 Lonsdale StreetMelbourne VIC 3000
ISBN: 978-1-925867-13-8
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Content
VCE VET Health
sIntroduction......................................................................................................................................1
Program development....................................................................................................................1
Program information.......................................................................................................................1
Industry overview.............................................................................................................................2Training package............................................................................................................................2Qualifications / packaging rules......................................................................................................2
VCE VET Program details................................................................................................................4Aims................................................................................................................................................4
Program structure...........................................................................................................................4Scored assessment........................................................................................................................4
VCE VET Credit..............................................................................................................................5Nominal hour duration....................................................................................................................5
Duplication......................................................................................................................................5Sequence.......................................................................................................................................6
VCE VET Health program structure................................................................................................7HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services...................................................................7
HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (partial completion)...................................8
(incorporating HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance).....................................8
Study score.....................................................................................................................................10
ATAR Contribution.........................................................................................................................10
Structured workplace learning......................................................................................................11SWL Recognition..........................................................................................................................12Work health and safety.................................................................................................................12
Additional information...................................................................................................................12
Pathways.........................................................................................................................................13
Appendix 1 – Sample programs....................................................................................................14
Appendix 2 Summary of changes................................................................................................1
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IntroductionVCE VET programs are vocational training programs approved by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). VCE VET programs lead to nationally recognised qualifications, thereby offering students the opportunity to gain both the VCE and a nationally portable Vocational Education and Training (VET) certificate. VCE VET programs:
are fully recognised within the Units 1 to 4 structure of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and therefore may contribute towards satisfactory completion of the VCE. VCE VET units have equal status with other VCE studies.
may contribute to the satisfactory completion of the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
function within the National Training Framework.
Program developmentThis iteration of the VCE VET Health was implemented in 2015 and scored assessment was introduced for 2018. It must be used in conjunction with the training package qualifications HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services (Release 1), HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (Release 2) and HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Release 2). This program replaces the VCE VET Health program published in in November 2011 and all subsequent program summaries. This revision to the VCE VET Health program is a consequence of relevant qualifications in the HLT07 Health Training Package being superseded by the Release 4.1 of the HLT Health Training Package in September 2018.
The VCE VET Health program provides students with the knowledge and skills to pursue further training or work in an entry-level role within a range of health related areas.
Program informationThis program booklet must be read in conjunction with the VCE VET Program Guide and nationally endorsed HLT Health Training Package. The training package provides details on each unit of competency, the qualification packaging rules and assessment requirements.
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Industry overview
Training packageA Training Package is an integrated set of nationally endorsed competency standards, assessment guidelines and Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications for a specific industry, industry sector or enterprise. The HLT Heath Training Package has been developed to meet the needs of industry. Delivery of training and assessment in a realistic operational environment using current industry tools, equipment, documents and other resources plays an essential role in skills development and produces graduates that should be immediately useful and competent in an industry environment.
The VCE VET Health program allows for credit in VCE and VCAL, and a nationally recognised qualification(s). These qualifications are drawn from the HLT Health (Release 4.1) which can be found at: http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/HLT
Qualifications / packaging rules
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Services Support For the award of HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Services Support, students must achieve twelve units of competency:
four core units of competency
eight elective units of competency, consisting of:
at least 7 units from electives listed
up to 1 unit from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – this unit must be relevant to the work outcome.
A range of electives is available and can be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation. Specialisations may be grouped as follows:
Client Support specialisation: all Group electives must be selected
Health Administration specialisation: all Group electives must be selected
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide support for the effective functioning of health services. At this level workers complete tasks under supervision involving known routines and procedures or complete routine but variable tasks in collaboration with others in a team environment.
Pathways may include employment into Health and Ancillary Services Assistance roles such as Food Services Assistant (Hospital), General Hand (Hospital), Ward Hand (Hospital) and others.
For further information, visit <training.gov.au/Training/Details/HLT23215>.
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HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance For the award of HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance, students must achieve eleven units of competency:
eight core units of competency
three elective units of competency consisting of:
at least 2 units from the electives listed in the qualification
up to 1 unit from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – the unit must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
To complete the qualification students must complete mandatory work placement of 80 hours.
This qualification reflects the role of allied health assistants who provide assistance to allied health professionals under predetermined guidelines. Depending on the setting, work may include following treatment plans for therapeutic interventions and/or conducting programs under the regular direct, indirect or remote supervision of an allied health professional.
Pathways may include employment into Allied Health Assistance roles such as: Allied Health Assistant, Medical Imaging Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physiotherapist Assistant and Podiatrist Assistant.
For further information, visit <training.gov.au/Training/Details/HLT33015>.
HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services AssistanceFor the award of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, students must achieve fifteen units of competency:
seven core units of competency
eight elective units of competency consisting of:
at least 6 units from the electives listed in the qualification
up to 2 unit from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – the unit must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation. Refer to the qualification for further information.
Where students are undertaking the specialisation in Assisting in nursing work in acute care, a mandated 80 hours of work placement must be undertaken to complete the qualification.
This qualification reflects the role of a variety of workers who use a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge to provide assistance to health professional staff for the care of clients. Health services assistance involves the worker in direct client contact under supervision.
Pathways may include employment in Health and Ancillary Services Assistance roles such as: Acute Care Assistant, Food Services Worker (Hospital) and Operating Theatre Technician.
Please note: HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance is incorporated in the HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance on the VASS. Students must be enrolled in the HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (VE1) on the VASS if undertaking HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance.
For further information, visit <training.gov.au/Training/Details/HLT33115>.
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VCE VET Program details
AimsThe VCE VET Health program aims to:
provide participants with the knowledge and skills to achieve competencies that will enhance their employment prospects in the health industry
enable participants to gain a recognised credential and to make an informed choice of vocation or career path.
Program structureThe VCE VET Health program offers two distinct options: a Certificate II with VCE credit at Units 1 and 2 level; a Certificate III with VCE credit at Units 1 to 4 level. Certificate II is typically completed over one year and Certificate III typically completed over two years.
The identified units of competency in the VCE VET Health program have been selected for recognition purposes and may vary from the qualification packaging rules.
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services Certificate II comprises 12 units of competency: four compulsory units and a minimum of eight elective units. Students may choose electives primarily from a specialised stream (Client Support or Health Administration), or from a mix of streams for a general qualification.
HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (partial completion) (incorporating the HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance)Certificate III comprises a minimum of 10 units of competency: 9 compulsory units and a minimum of 1 elective unit.
Enrolment advice: Students wishing to undertake or complete the HLT33115 Certificate III Health Services Assistance should be enrolled in the HLT33015 Certificate III Allied Health Assistance on VASS.
Scored assessmentScored assessment is available for the VCE VET Health program.
To gain a study score a student must:
be competent in the prescribed training
complete all scored VCE VET assessments
complete an end of year exam.
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VCE VET CreditOn successful completion of certificate II students will be eligible for:
the award of HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services
recognition of up to four VCE units at Units 1 and 2 level.
On successful completion of the certificate III program students will be eligible for:
a statement of attainment towards the completion of HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or the HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
recognition of one unit at Units 1 and 2 level, and
a minimum of three units at Units 3 and 4 level.
Students who are able to undertake further training to complete the HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or the HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance may be eligible for further credit at Units 3 and 4 level.
Nominal hour durationNominal hours are determined by the Victorian State Training Authority (Department of Education and Training). They reflect the anticipated time taken to deliver and assess the outcomes of a unit of competency, excluding unsupervised delivery or the time taken for repeated practical application of skills.
Nominal hours are used to determine credit into the VCE or VCAL for VET units of competency.
DuplicationWhen a VCE VET program significantly duplicates other VCE studies or VET training in a student’s program, a reduced VCE VET unit entitlement may apply. Credit towards the VCAL may also be reduced due to duplication.
No significant duplication has been identified between the VCE VET Health program and VCE studies.
Students may not produce a piece of a work for assessment that has been used for assessment in another unit and/ or another VCE study or VCE VET program. This rule applies across school-based assessment and externally-assessed examinations.
Credit for a unit of competency will only be counted once towards the VCE or VCAL.
Note: A student may not be enrolled in both a VCE VET Health program and the same qualification as a Health School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship at the same time.
Dual enrolmentsSome units of competency are duplicated in the VCE VET Health and VCE VET Community Services programs. For students with enrolments in both VCE VET Health and VCE VET Community Services programs, care needs to be taken to ensure students do not enroll in the same units of competency in both programs.
Where students are enrolled in Certificate II Health Services Support and Certificate III in Allied Health Assistant or Certificate III in Health Services Assistant, care needs to be taken to ensure students do not enroll in the same units of competency in both certificates. Credit for a unit of competency can only be counted once towards the VCE or VCAL. Schools are asked to ensure
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that the same unit of competency is not enrolled in both programs on VASS. Where a unit of competency is completed in both programs it can only be used for one enrolment.
SequenceCertain units of competency will complement each other, lending to coordinated delivery that minimises content overlap. Units of competency have guidelines on the different situations and delivery contexts, and a range of delivery sequences are possible.
Schools are advised that the Unit 3 and 4 sequences are not designed as stand-alone studies. The intention of VCE VET programs is to provide students with a qualification that meets industry expectations. The strong advice and assumption of industry bodies is that the quality of the qualification is compromised when foundation training is neglected. This is particularly critical in the health sector where health and safety and an understanding of and ability to communicate in a health setting are essential.
This foundation training may be covered by undertaking either relevant units of competency in the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance, at Units 1 and 2 level, or by completing the Certificate II in Health Services Support.
The VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence must be assessed in the same enrolment year to access a study score. Students may undertake both scored VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequences and additional units of competency from the elective bank where time and resources allow.
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VCE VET Health program structure
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support ServicesCode Unit of competency Nominal
HoursCompulsoryCHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20
Subtotal: 115Electives: Select eight elective units from electives listed below.To achieve a specialisation in Client Support select five elective units from the Client Support group.To achieve a specialisation in Health Administration select five elective units from the Health Administration group.Client SupportCHCCCS012 Prepare and maintain beds 15CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20CHCCCS026* Transport individuals 20HLTFSE002 Provide ward or unit based food preparation and distribution services 30HLTHSS004 Handle and move equipment, goods and mail 20Health AdministrationBSBADM101 Use business equipment and resources 15BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers 40BSBINM201 Process and maintain workplace information 30BSBWOR202 Organise and complete daily work activities 20BSBWOR204 Use business technology 20Other ElectivesBSBFLM312 Contribute to team effectiveness 40BSBITU201 Produce simple word processed documents 60BSBITU202 Create and use spreadsheets 30BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others 15CHCCCS010 Maintain a high standard of service 30CHCDIV002† Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 25HLTAID003 Provide first aid 18HLTFSE004 Serve cafeteria customers 20HLTHSS005 Undertake routine stock maintenance 15HLTHSS007 Handle medical gases safely 20HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely 30SITXFSA101 Use hygienic practices for food safety 15
Subtotal: 140–285Total : 255–400
Notes# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
* This unit will be in the Units 3 and 4 Elective Bank in 2018.† CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety requires:
evidence to be demonstrated in the context of at least 1 workplace and
assessment to be undertaken by an assessor who satisfies the 2015 Standards for RTOs and must involve persons approved of by relevant local community elders.
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HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (partial completion) (incorporating HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance)
Code Unit of competency Nominal Hours
Compulsory:Year 1, Unit 1CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20Year 1, Unit 3BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
Minimum hours for Year 1 ( Unit 1 and Unit 3): 180Additional electives may be selected from the Elective Bank A and B, where required for specific outcomes.Elective Bank A: Electives from this group are suitable for the first or second year of the program. Placements are not required for competency.BSBFLM312 Contribute to team effectiveness 40BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 40BSBMED302 Prepare and process medical accounts 30BSBMED303 Maintain patient records 20BSBWOR204 Use business technology 20CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery 120CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40CHCDIV002† Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 25CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues 80HLTAID003 Provide first aid 18HLTAIN002§ Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment 40HLTFSE005 Apply and monitor food safety requirements 60HLTFSE006 Prepare foods suitable for a range of client groups 40HLTFSE007 Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace 45HLTFSE008 Conduct internal food safety audits 60HLTHSS003 Perform general cleaning tasks in a clinical setting 20HLTINF002 Process reusable medical devices and equipment 30HLTOHC005 Use basic oral health screening tools 30HLTSTE001 Clean and disinfect reusable medical devices 35HLTTHE001 Handle and care for operating theatre equipment 120HLTTHE002 Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures 150HLTTHE003 Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support 120SITXFSA401 Develop and implement a food safety program 50Elective Bank B: Placements requirements are mandated for competency of these units. While they can be selected for the first or second year of the program, care must be taken to ensure placement can be guaranteed for assessment purposes.CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people 50CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia 65CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability 100HLTAHA001 Assist with an allied health program 65HLTAHA025 Contribute to client flow and client information management in medical imaging 35HLTAHA026 Support the medical imaging professional 30
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HLTAIN001§ Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment 120HLTOHC004 Provide or assist with oral hygiene 40
Code Unit of competency Release Nominal Hours
Year 2, Units 3 and 4 Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130Electives: select a minimum of one elective with a minimum of 50 hours.
Minimum hours for Year 2 (Units 3 and 4): 180Minimum total hours: 360
Elective bankBSBMED305 Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the
medical environment 20
CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour 40CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30CHCCCS026 Transport individuals 20CHCPRP005 Engage with health professionals and the health system 40HLTHPS001 Take clinical measurements 50
Notes# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace† CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety requires:
evidence to be demonstrated in the context of at least 1 workplace and
assessment to be undertaken by an assessor who satisfies the 2015 Standards for RTOs and must involve persons approved of by relevant local community elders.
§ HLTAIN001 Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment and HLTAIN002 Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment require assessment to be undertaken by an assessor who satisfies the 2015 Standards for RTOs and is a registered nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Authority (AHPRA).
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Study scoreA study score is available for the VCE VET Health program. To be eligible for a study score, students must:
satisfactorily complete all the units of competency required in the scored Units 3 and 4 sequence
be assessed in accordance with the tools and procedures specified in the VCE VET Assessment Guide and program specific assessment plans templates published on the VCAA website
undertake an examination in the end-of-year examination period based on the underpinning knowledge and skills in the compulsory units of competency in the Units 3 and 4 sequence, and in accordance with the current examination specifications.
Units 3 and 4 of the VCE VET Health program must be delivered and assessed in a single enrolment year.
The study score for the VCE VET Health program is based on evidence from two sources: coursework tasks and an examination. The assessment of three VCE VET coursework tasks does not replace the qualification assessments, but both tend to be complementary and may be integrated. Tasks may be designed with both assessment purposes in mind.
For further information on scored assessment refer to the VCE VET Assessment Guide, which contains information relating to study scores for VCE VET programs. It includes an overview of study score assessment, advice regarding the development of coursework tasks, and integration of study scores with competency assessment.
The assessment guide also contains generic templates, scoring criteria and other coursework assessment records: <www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Documents/vet/scoredassess/vcevet-genericassessmentguide.pdf>.
Additional material to support scored assessment is available on the VCAA website www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/scoredasses.aspx
Advice relating to VCE VET Health program is published on the VCAA website and updated annually: <www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/health/health.aspx>.
ATAR ContributionStudents wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for the scored Units 3 and 4 sequence in VCE VET Health must undertake scored assessment for the purpose of achieving a study score. This study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of the student's best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study. Where a student elects not to receive a study score no contribution to the ATAR will be available for these units.
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence from electives outside the scored program may be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR. Increments for unscored VCE VET programs are calculated using 10% of the fourth study score of the primary four scaled studies. The increment is awarded by the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).
Note: From 2019, increments for unscored Units 3 and 4 sequences will be calculated using 10% of the fourth study score of the primary four. The policy change is outlined in the VTAC Gazette Nov–Dec 2017: <www.vtac.edu.au/files/pdf/publications/gazette/VTAC_Gazette_Nov-Dec_2017.pdf>.
Further information can be found on the VTAC website:
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Study rules: <www.vtac.edu.au/results-offers/atar-explained/study-rules>.
Study groupings: <www.vtac.edu.au/results-offers/atar-explained/study-groupings>.
Structured workplace learningStructured workplace learning (SWL) is an appropriate and valuable component of all VCE VET programs. SWL involves on-the-job training in which students are required to master a designated set of skills and competencies related to VCE VET programs.
Schools/RTOs are also strongly encouraged to contact the Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN) in their area. LLENs work with secondary schools, RTOs, Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutes, Adult and Community Education (ACE) providers and local employers to coordinate work placements for school-based apprenticeships and traineeships, SWL and work experience.
SWL complements the training undertaken at the school/RTO. It provides the context for:
Enhancement of skills development
practical application of industry knowledge
assessment of units of competency, as determined by the RTO
increased employment opportunities.
The VCAA Reference Group endorsed a minimum of 80 hours SWL for the VCE VET Health program. SWL should be spread across the duration of the training program.
The school/provider should keep evidence of the student's SWL which may take place over the weekends and during school holidays as well as during the school week.
Further information regarding SWL, the SWL Portal and the Department of Education and Training SWL Manual is available on online : <www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/teachingresources/careers/work/Pages/structuredlearning>.
The SWL Manual outlines roles and responsibilities of the student, parent, employer and principal; procedures and guidelines for placing students in the workplace; and relevant policy and legislation. The manual also has a link to Ministerial Order 55 and the SWL Arrangement form.
Schools and providers should note that the HLT training package mandates placement for some units of competency and qualifications. Placement duration and/or conditions may be stipulated to gain competency for the unit or to complete the qualification. Where placement is not undertaken, and is required as part of the Assessment Requirements, competency cannot be deemed.
Where the training package requires work placement, this can be used to satisfy the VCAA SWL placement requirements for the program.
Gaining work placements in the Health industry is highly competitive and often difficult to achieve. Where students undertake work placement to satisfy the VCAA SWL requirement, a range of options can occur such as: hospital and health care services tours, time spent in a clinical simulation centre, school incursions from health professionals, attending Health expos or forums.
More information on work placement, work placement hours, assessment in the workplace is available in the CHC and HLT Work placement guide available at: www.vetnet.education.gov.au
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SWL RecognitionStructured workplace learning recognition (SWLR) involves the development and maintenance of the workplace learning record (WLR) by the student and is accessed at school. The completion of the WLR is a requirement for recognition by the VCAA for VCE and VCAL credit. The VCE VET Health program offers SWLR. Further details are available at: <www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/swl>.
Work health and safetySchools/RTOs must ensure that Work Health and Safety (WHS) issues are fully addressed in the training program.
The principal is responsible for ensuring the school meets its responsibilities for students in SWL arrangements.
Where the student will be employed under an SWL arrangement, the principal must be satisfied that the student is undertaking training in the WHS unit of competency before the arrangement can be entered into.
Students must be informed of the significance of work-related hazards. They must understand the need for, and the nature of, workplace risk controls such as safe working procedures and the use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
Schools must also be satisfied, through their review of the acknowledgment provided by employers on the SWL Arrangement form, that the workplace in question and the activities proposed will not expose a student to risk during their structured work placement.
Employers must view their duty of care towards students as essentially no different from that owed to their employees. They must understand that students cannot be expected to possess the judgment or maturity to undertake any task that presents potential risk. This means that no student may be exposed at any time to dangerous plant machinery, equipment, substances, work environments or work practices.
On the first morning of their placement, students should be introduced to their supervisor and provided with a formal induction to the workplace. This will include first aid, emergency and incident reporting arrangements.
The student should be given an orientation tour of the workplace and any excluded areas or activities should be pointed out. Students should be instructed to report without delay anything they feel may be unsafe. They should be encouraged to ask for help or further instruction if they are not sure of the correct way to carry out any task.
Close supervision of students undertaking SWL is essential. Supervisors nominated by the employer must understand all requirements for safely managing the student’s activities. Supervisors must understand that a student may not fully grasp information or instruction the first time they are told. They should encourage students to ask for help if they have forgotten or if they experience difficulty in putting information into practice.
The WorkSafe Victoria website makes available useful resources: < www.worksafe.vic.gov.au >.
Additional informationFor updates or information relating to this program refer to:
the VCE VET Health program web page: <www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/health/health>.
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the VCAA Bulletin: <www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/correspondence/index>.
PathwaysThe VCE VET Health program opens up many different training and employment pathways. The VCAA recommends study at the lower levels to develop industry foundation skills before moving to higher level qualifications.
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HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services
HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health AssistanceHLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
HLT47515 Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
HLT51015 Diploma of Paramedical Science
HLT64115 Advanced Diploma of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Medical Imaging
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Medicine
Higher Education
Advanced Diploma
HLT57915 Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology
Diploma
HLT41115 Certificate IV in Health Care
Certificate IV
Certificate III
Certificate II
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Appendix 1 – Sample programsSample 1: Partial completion of HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health AssistanceThis sample program may provide:
partial completion of HLT33015
one VCE unit at Units 1 and 2 level
a Units 3 and 4 sequence
completion over two years.
Code Unit of competency Release Nominal Hours
Units 1 and 3CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
Minimum nominal hours for Year 1: 180Units 3 and 4 (scored)Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130ElectivesBSBMED305 Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical
environment 20
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30Total nominal hours for Year 2: 180
Total nominal hours for Year 1 and 2: 360
Note# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
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Sample 2: Completion of HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health AssistanceThis sample program may provide:
completion of Certificate III in HLT33015 Allied Health Assistance
one VCE unit at Units 1 and 2 level
two Units 3 and 4 sequences
completion over two to three years.
Code Unit of competency Release Nominal Hours
Year 1 VCE VET Units 1 and 3CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
Minimum nominal hours for Year 1: 180Additional elective units to gain a Unit 4 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40HLTAHA001 Assist with an allied health program 65
Total nominal hours for Year 1: 285Year 2 VCE VET Units 3 and 4 (scored)
Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130ElectiveHLTHPS001 Take clinical measurements 50
Total nominal hours for Year 2: 180Total nominal hours for Year 1 and 2: 465
Note# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
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Sample 3: Partial completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services AssistanceThis sample program may provide:
partial completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
one VCE unit at Units 1 and 2 level
a Units 3 and 4 sequence
completion over two to three years.
Code Unit of competency Release Number
Nominal Hours
Year 1 Units 1 and 2CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
Minimum nominal hours for Year 1: 180Year 2 Units 3 and 4 (scored)Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130ElectivesCHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30CHCCCS026 Transport individuals 20
Total nominal hours for Year 2: 180Total nominal hours for Year 1 and 2: 360
Note# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
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Sample 4: Completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (without specialisation)
This sample program may provide:
completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance one VCE unit at Units 1 and 2 level two Units 3 and 4 sequences completion over two to three years.
Code Unit of competency Release Nominal Hours
Year 1 Units 1 and 3CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
Minimum nominal hours for Year 1: 180Additional elective units to gain a Unit 4 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40BSBWOR204 Use business technology (imported elective) 20CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people 50HLTAID003 Provide first aid 18
Total nominal hours for Year 1: 308
Year 2 Units 3 and 4 (scored)Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130ElectivesCHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30CHCCCS026 Transport individuals (imported elective) 20
Total nominal hours for Year 2: 180Total nominal hours for Year 1 and 2: 488
Note# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
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Sample 5: Completion of HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services (Client Support specialisation) and HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
This sample program may provide:
completion of HLT23215 Certificate III in Health Support Services (Client Support Specialisation)
three units VCE units at Units 1 and 2 level
two Units 3 and 4 sequences
completion over three years
Code Unit of competency Release Nominal Hours
Year 1: HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support ServicesCompulsoryCHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40HLTINF001# Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20Client Support ElectivesCHCCCS012 Prepare and maintain beds 15HLTFSE002 Provide ward or unit based food preparation and distribution services 30HLTHSS004 Handle and move equipment, goods and mail 20
Total nominal hours for Year 1: 180Year 2: HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance plus additional electives from
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services Units 3 and 4BSBITU201 Produce simple word processed documents (HLT23215 - Other Elective) 60BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development (HLT23215 – Imported elective) 30CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25CHCCCS010 Maintain high standard of service (HLT23215 - Other Elective) 30CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (HLT23215 - Client Support Elective) 20HLTAHA001 Ω Assist with an allied health program 65
Total nominal hours for Year 2: 230 Year 3: HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health AssistanceUnits 3 and 4 (scored)Compulsory:BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 1 60HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 1 70
Subtotal: 130ElectivesCHCCCS026 Transport individuals (HLT23215 - Client Support Elective) 20CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30
Total nominal hours for Year 3: 180
Note# Requires skills to be demonstrated in the workplace
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Appendix 2 Summary of changes The following tables summarises changes to the VCE VET Health program structures for 2019.
The unit of competency on the left hand side of the table existed in the 2018 program but was removed for 2019.
The unit of competency on the right hand side of the table was introduced to the program in 2019.
2018 2019
HLT23215 Certificate II in Health Support Services
Code Unit title Nominal hours Code Unit title Nominal
hours
HLTAID003 Provide first aid 18
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