- Please note: This is a fee-for-service program
- Please note: this course is currently in a transition period (superseded due to Government-mandated updates), with our updated course due for release in the next few months. Rest assured, completion of this course version with us before 30 October 2024 will still provide you with a valid and quality outcome. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a Career Advisor on 1300 616 197.
Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy) will give you the skills and knowledge to work with occupational therapists, helping patients get back to work, look after themselves and others, and pursue their passions and hobbies.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Allied Health Assistant
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
What You'll Learn
This course combines online learning with practical work placement to teach you how to:
- Support allied health practitioners in providing patients with therapeutic and program-related support
- Assist in developing and maintaining a client’s functional status
- Help with fitting assistive equipment for patients
- Work efficiently in a health and community workplace
Recognition

Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- 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 and Study Load
- Up to 12 months
- 120 hours of practical work placement
Entry Requirements
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification
Assessment
- Knowledge questions
- Projects
- Case Study
- Quiz
- Assignment
- Practical
Subjects
About Foundation Education
Foundation Education is an established Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia that strives to provide flexible online training solutions tailored to suit the lifestyle of our students. Since 1999, our focus has been on delivering excellent Vocational Education and Training while fostering partnership networks that enhance the quality of graduates across various industries. We have a valuable collaboration with the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT), our partner RTO. Offering over 60 nationally recognised certificate and diploma level courses, we stand out in the industry because:
- Flexible Online Study – Our courses are conveniently delivered online, allowing you to study at your own pace and location. You have the freedom to choose the duration of your course, whether completing it within the standard term or accelerating your studies to finish in just six months.
- Dedicated Student Support – Throughout your learning journey, our team of industry-experienced technical advisors, assessors, and support officers will be there to guide and assist you from enrollment until graduation, ensuring you receive the support you need.
- Industry-Relevant Courses – We collaborate with industry experts to develop course materials that equip you with job-ready skills and up-to-date knowledge aligned with your career aspirations, ensuring that our courses are relevant to the current industry demands.
Foundation Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number – 22557)