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Are you ready to advance your career in Allied Health Assisting?
The HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance - Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Focus qualification sets you up for success through hands-on experience and knowledge-based learning so that you can step confidently into a role as a Physiotherapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
During the course of your studies, you’ll learn how to assist Allied Health professionals, follow treatment plans for therapeutic interventions, assist with movement, and recognise and report the risk of falls. With this nationally recognised qualification, you’ll also play a key role in helping people of all ages with injury, illness, or disability live life to the fullest and get back to doing the things they love. As a career path, it doesn’t get much more rewarding.
For detailed course information, enquire now to request a course flyer and speak with one of our friendly Careers Advisors.
Career outcomes
This qualification will help you work in several health industry settings including hospitals, medical practices, dental practices, schools and community health centres. Popular career outcomes include:
Physiotherapy Assistant
You’ll support Physiotherapists with implementing patient care programs and work with patients to complete treatment plans related to their injury, illness, or disability.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
You’ll support Occupational Therapists in developing and delivering programs for patients, helping them perform day-to-day tasks more comfortably and confidently, including fitting assistive equipment as directed.
Allied Health Assistant
You’ll work directly with Allied Health professionals, assisting in implementing therapeutic activities to identify, treat, and prevent various conditions and illnesses in patients.
Therapy Assistant
Under the direction of an Allied Health professional, you’ll assist with providing hands-on support and guidance to care for patients on their rehabilitation journey.
Qualification
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance - Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Focus
Delivery structure
Theoretical elements:
Study the theoretical elements of this course, anywhere and anytime through our online learning platform.
Practical elements:
You’ll be required to complete a minimum of 120 hours of mandatory work placement in an Allied Health workplace, performing tasks under the direction of a qualified workplace supervisor.
Duration
Up to 18 months
Study load
- 120 hours of mandatory work placement.
- 17 course units to complete. *
- Complete 1 course unit approximately every 4.5 weeks to graduate in 18 months.
*One course unit, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, must be obtained externally.
Why choose Foundation Education?
Flexible online study
Our courses are delivered through a customised online learning platform so you can study whenever and wherever you like nationwide.
Industry-relevant courses
Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts, equipping you with the job-ready skills employers seek.
Nationally recognised training
Our courses are nationally recognised and accredited, meeting established industry needs and quality assurance standards.
Flexible payment options
We offer a range of flexible upfront and weekly payment options to suit your budget and lifestyle.
Expert Trainers and Assessors
Our team of expert, Australian-based Trainers and Assessors can support you with learning enquiries and assessment items, including through one-to-one coaching calls.
Personalised career advice
Our team of Australian-based Careers Advisors can support you with pre-enrolment enquiries through personalised phone consultations.
Dedicated Support Officers
Our team of dedicated Support Officers can help you with general course enquiries, supporting you from enrolment to graduation.
Learning support services
We offer a range of learning support services including individual support plans and learner guides delivered in alternative formats.
Course overview
What makes Foundation Education different is being able to have one on one conversations with students over the phone to support them along the way with their course.
Cost and payment
You can pay for your course upfront via VISA/MasterCard or a bank deposit. Alternatively, we offer instalment plans that can be paid over several weeks or fortnights.
Your course fee includes
Delivery and assessment of your qualification
Study materials (including all resources)
Ongoing support from our Education Team
We offer two payment methods
Full fee upfront
Instalment plans
For more information about the course costs, please call us on 1300 616 197.
Units
Achieve your qualification by completing the following units of competency:
HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance - Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Focus
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