September to December 2024
The HLT3115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance qualification was last reviewed in 2015. Since then, there have been numerous changes in the technology and contemporary health practices undertaken in the health care and social assistance sector.
This sector is sensitive to policy settings and regulatory frameworks. Recent policy developments have focused on:
- migration
- gender pay gaps
- support for establishing clear employment pathways.
More flexible training products are required to respond to common skill requirements across occupations and areas requiring specific expertise.
The qualification review and upgrade are needed due to:
- increasing technology integration to streamline processes, improve patient care, and enhance efficiency, including:
o the use of electronic medical records
o automated patient monitoring systems
o robotics for tasks like transporting patients or delivering supplies
- growing emphasis on patient-centred care, which prioritises the patients' needs and preferences
- a shift towards delivering care in the home
- an increasing number of patients from diverse backgrounds requiring cultural competency and sensitivity to ensure effective care
- increasing complexity of care driven by factors such as chronic diseases, mental health issues, and multiple disabilities requiring a greater need for specialised skills and knowledge
- regulatory changes aimed at improving quality and safety which have mandated stricter compliance measures and enhanced training requirements for service providers
- an increased focus on workplace safety and occupational health including infection control.
The project outcomes will result in a qualification better aligned to industry needs and regulatory requirements with clear and sustainable career pathways to support growth in the industry.
Project Scope
This project will review one qualification and 25 units of competency that support training for the following occupations:
- Nurse’s Aide
- Operating Theatre Technician
- Orderly
- Patient support assistant
- Ward Assistant
- Ward Clerk
Qualification
Details of the HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance qualification and its units of competency can be seen at training.gov.au.
You can provide us with any initial feedback on the current qualification and associated units of competency by emailing details to the Training Product Project Manager or Project Coordinator.
Project governance and consultation strategy
We are currently establishing a Technical Committee (TC) of experts to provide advice for the project. TC members are selected for their relevant expertise on the diverse aspects of the project.
The project terms of reference and the TC membership will be published on the website when finalised.
We will also publish the project consultation strategy.
Project fact sheet
Details to come.
Consultation will be via a number of methods:
- 12 Face-to-face workshops
- 5 online workshops
- A minimum of 16 employer interviews
- All draft training product materials will be available for comment on the HumanAblity website.
Dates and locations of workshops will be advised when confirmed.
Details to come.
Details to come.