Course Overview
Allied Health, in general, is an integral part of Australia’s health care system. Allied health professionals support doctors and nurses by designing and delivering programs to improve the health and wellbeing of patients and clients across the broad spectrum of health care.
This course will get you started in a career in the Allied Health industry. It targets the aged care sector. It will prepare you to work as an entry-level allied health assistance worker, which involves providing therapeutic and program-related support to allied health professionals.
Who's It For?
- People who have no experience in aged care and are interested in getting into the industry
- People currently working in aged care who do not hold a formal qualification
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Allied Health Assistant
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physiotherapist’s Assistant
- Podiatrist’s Assistant
- Medical Administration
Recognition
Study Method
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration Study Load
- The average duration of this course is 12 months, though as you will be completing this course in an online environment, you will have the flexibility to complete it earlier. Everyone studies at a different pace, and the time it takes you to finish the course will depend on how much you already know and how much experience you have
- National College Australia (NCA) suggests you will need to spend between 15-20 hours of study per week. Your course includes a minimum of 80 hours in a suitable workplace to complete practical tasks
Delivery
- It is delivered through a mix of online and workplace-based activities
- The course is built with a single unit delivery mode to help you work through the course at a slightly faster pace
Entry Requirements
This course does NOT have any formal entry requirements but it is important that you have:
- Access to the internet: Your reading and assessment materials have been set up online. You will need to have reliable internet to access the resources. If the internet speed is not high enough, you may struggle with uploading the required evidence, including videos, to the platform
- Access to the computer: You will need access to a laptop or desktop for completing your course. You will need some basic computer skills to navigate the online platform using the instructions provided, and download or upload files where required
- Basic knowledge of using software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe PDF
- A level of fitness that will allow you to undertake physical tasks involved in a day to day work related to the practical requirements of your course
- Language, literacy and numeracy skills required to study at this level
Work Placement
- This qualification has a requirement of a minimum of 80 hours in Work Placement
Recognition Of Prior Learning
- The Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) facilitates the progression of students through qualifications by giving credit for learning outcomes they have already achieved. The credit (if granted) may reduce the amount of learning required to achieve a qualification
- RPL is an assessment process that involves assessment of a range of evidence related to your prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning), and past experiences to determine whether you can receive recognition for the learning outcomes you have already achieved
- To be considered for RPL, you must have between 2 – 5 years of experience in a job role related to this qualification and be able to provide NCA with the evidence of tasks completed. The evidence can include work samples, images, videos, and documents
- You will also need to provide the details of one or more references that have supervised you in the past doing the relevant job tasks. They will need to support your application
Assessment
NCA will provide you with the reading resources you need to gain the essential knowledge required to complete your course. Studying the learning materials will prepare you for your assessment.
NCA uses a variety of assessment methods to ensure you have gained sufficient knowledge and skills that are required for you to do the related job roles. Each unit is made up of a mix of online learning, self-paced activities, and onthe-job training via the following assessment activities.
Knowledge assessment including:
- Quizzes
- Short answer questions
- Case Studies
Performances assessment including:
- Workplace project
- Observation activities
- Third-party reports
Credit transfer
- A Credit Transfer is where you already hold the exact same (or equivalent) unit(s) of competency from a previous qualification
Subjects
About National College Australia (NCA)
National College Australia (NCA) is a respected Registered Training Organisation (RTO), with a range of online education courses that provides the opportunity to secure a future in community services, aged care, allied health, mental health, disability care and leisure and health. Our qualifications are nationally accredited so they are recognised by employers right across Australia.
We offer Certificate and Diploma level courses whether you are new to the industry or looking to move into a management role. Courses are delivered online via a Learning Management System, so you can fit study in around your work and lifestyle. Our online courses are available to anyone in Australia and include qualifications in the following areas:
- Aged Care
- Allied Health
- Community Services
- Disability
- Mental Health
- Leisure and Health
National College Australia Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 91000)
