HLT33115 - Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

15 units of competency are required for this qualification.

• 7 core units
• 8 elective units

 CRICOS & Domestic - 42 weeks

• 32 tuition weeks
• 5 work placement weeks
• 5 holiday weeks
  

Online Onshore - 27 weeks

• 25 tuition weeks
• 2 work placement weeks

Online Offshore - 27 weeks

• 25 tuition weeks
• 2 work placement / assessment weeks
  

Rural / Remote (Government Funded)

• The course duration may vary depending on institutional agreements or government funding arrangements.

• Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

  • For international students, you are required to provide certified copy of your passport
  • Certified copy of your Academic documents
  • Completed Year 12 or equivalent
  • You must be at least 18 years of age
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP) 
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
  • Mode of Instruction as English letter from college or university for some countries 

  
  International students English Language requirement for some countries:

  • IELTS Academic score of at least 6 each band
  • TOEFL minimum score of 79-80
  • Cambridge English score of at least 169
  • PTE Academic score of at least 50 each band
  • OET of at least C in each band
    
    

Certified copies of all documentation must be submitted with application. 

Upon successful completion, students may continue their studies through enrolment in:

• Diploma of Nursing qualification
• Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery, or
• Other related health qualifications in which they may obtain credit for subjects already completed in the HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Alternatively, student may enter the workforce in roles such as:

• Orderly
• Ward assistant
• Patient support assistant
• Ward clerk
• Assistant in Nursing

CRICOS & Domestic: 

32 tuition weeks

This course is delivered in the Wagga Wagga campus located at LVL 1, 222 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW 2650, Australia.

The campus is a modern, state-of-the-art facility designed to meet the qualification and training needs of the students. It offers a comfortable and stylish learning environment while ensuring a conducive space for academic growth.

It features:

• Spacious training rooms equipped with chairs, tables, a data projector, and a whiteboard to facilitate interactive learning.
• A state-of-the-art simulation laboratory, modeled on a four-bed hospital room, providing students with a realistic hands-on training experience.
• Dedicated study areas, including a meeting room, dining room, kitchen, and a well-stocked study room/library, offering students a variety of spaces to focus and collaborate.
• Welcoming administrative spaces, including a reception area, waiting room, and college offices designed to provide accessible and friendly support.

You may take a look at our facility tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uej53P4wOyQ

5 work placement weeks

Students complete their work placement in aged care or healthcare facilities.

Online Onshore

25 tuition weeks

Classes are delivered online.

2 work placement weeks

Students complete their work placement in an aged care or healthcare facility.

Online Offshore

25 tuition weeks

Classes are delivered online.

2 work placement / assessment weeks

Assessment is conducted in both Nepal and the Philippines, with educators traveling to each location to carry out the assessments.

Rural / Remote (Government Funded)

The course delivery may vary depending on institutional agreements or government funding arrangements.

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

• Written Knowledge Assessment
• Observation/Simulation
• Case Studies
• Projects
• Third Party Reports
• Work Placement Assessment

You’ve made an excellent choice! Now that you have decided to train or study at College of Nursing Education & Training Australia, the next step is to apply, and we are here to assist you every step of the way.

Before you apply, you will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI, creating one is quick and easy. Simply visit usi.gov.au to create one. International students can apply for a USI once in Australia.

You can apply for this course by clicking the Apply Now button below. Should you require any assistance please contact our Student Advice team by calling 1300 006382 or email info@collegeorneta.nsw.edu.au

CRICOS & Domestic:

32 tuition weeks

• Face-to-face: 32 weeks of 3 sessions a week, total 20 hours per week = Total 640 hours
• Self-Paced: 37 weeks, 9.87 hours per week = Total 365 hours
• Individual Projects: Total of 23 hours (included in self-paced hours)
• Group Projects: Total of 40 hours (included in self-paced hours)
• Extra Tutorials: 98 hours (included in self-paced)
• Assessment: Total 150 hours (included in self-paced and face-to-face)

5 work placement weeks

• Total 200 hours
• Students complete their work placement in aged care or healthcare facilities.

Online Onshore

25 tuition weeks

• Online: 25 weeks of 5 sessions a week, total 40 hours per week = Total 640 hours
• Self-paced Hours: Total 485 hours

2 work placement weeks

• 8 hours a day, 5 days a week = Total 80 hours
• Students complete their work placement in an aged care or healthcare facility.

Online Offshore

25 tuition weeks

• Online: 25 weeks of 5 sessions a week, total 40 hours per week = Total 640 hours
• Self-paced Hours: Total 485 hours

2 work placement / assessment weeks

• 8 hours a day, 5 days a week = Total 80 hours
• Assessment is conducted in both Nepal and the Philippines, with educators traveling to each location to carry out the assessments.

Rural / Remote (Government Funded)

The course delivery may vary depending on institutional agreements or government funding arrangements

Work placement is required for CRICOS & Domestic and Online Onshore students.

For employment and practical placement purposes, this vocational sector typically requires:

- National Criminal Record Check: 

All students must provide a National Criminal Record Check prior to commencement of placement. Under NSW Health Policy (PD2016_047) the National Criminal Record Check is valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
Overseas Police Certificates and Statutory Declarations are valid for the duration of the course. Keep these documents for presentation to your supervisor where your clinical placement is to be undertaken. Students must advise the college in a timely manner of any change made to their criminal record during their training. Visit the link to apply: https://portal.police.nsw.gov.au/s/policecheck-triage

- Working with Children Check: Visit the link to apply  https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check

- Evidence of Vaccination: Visit the link to download the form https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Documents/record-card-hcws-students.pdf

- Code of Conduct: Visit the link to download the form  https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/student_clearance/Documents/student-agreement.pdf

- TB Assesment Tool:  https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Documents/tb-assessment-tool.pdf

- Undertaking/Declaration Form: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Documents/Occupational/appendix-6-declaration.pdf

Please refer to the Course Summary for the intake dates.

After completing this course candidate will gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

• A nationally accredited qualification at Certificate III level

• Exposure in the industry through work placements and assessments

• Using electronic workplace data and documentation

• Following workplace policies and procedures

• Caring for patients

• Conducting general body observations

• A pathway to further study

Students can access support by contacting us via phone, email, or our official social media channels.

The College of NETA currently delivers this course outside Australia only in the Philippines and Nepal. International students from other countries may be eligible to enroll and participate in the online learning components of the course. However, practical assessments must be completed in person, and these are only conducted in the Philippines or Nepal.

Please note that you will only be issued a certificate upon successful completion of all course requirements, including the in-person assessments.

We recommend contacting our admissions team for tailored guidance based on your location and individual circumstances.

No. Students who hold a student visa and are currently enrolled in a degree or other VET course cannot enroll in this course, as it is not included in the list of exempted courses allowed under immigration regulations. You can learn more by reviewing the official legislation here.