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HLT33021

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Embark on a rewarding career as an Allied Health Assistant.

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Kick-start your healthcare career by assisting Allied Health professionals 

With the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance qualification, you’ll gain the foundation skills and knowledge to hit the ground running in a rewarding, hands-on career in the health sector. This nationally recognised qualification will set you up to support Allied Health professionals such as Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, and Physiotherapists, enabling you to work in various areas of Allied Health care.  

The HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance qualification is delivered through online theory and practical work placement and takes up to 12 months to complete. The online theory component is completed through our innovative learning platform, My eCampus, where all course materials and assignments are accessible at any time or place that suits you. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through the practical component of this qualification, setting you up with the skills and knowledge to confidently kick-start your career as a Therapy Assistant or Allied Health Assistant.  

For detailed course information, enquire now to request a course flyer and speak with one of our friendly Careers Advisors.   

Career outcomes

The HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance 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:

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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.

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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.

Course snapshot
Qualification

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

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 12 months

Study load
  • 120  hours of mandatory work placement.
  • 11 course units to complete.*
  • Complete 1 course unit approximately every 4 weeks to graduate in 12 months. 

*One course unit, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, must be obtained externally. 

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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

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Delivery and assessment of your qualification

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Study materials (including all resources)

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Ongoing support from our Education Team

We offer two payment methods

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Full fee upfront

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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:

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

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