Course Overview
The online HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance is a nationally recognised 12-month program, providing practical skills and theoretical knowledge for a successful career in allied health.
Upon completion, you will have the skills and qualifications to work in support and assistant roles with allied health professionals to improve the well-being of patients.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Therapy Assistant
- Allied Health Assistant
- Physiotherapy Assistant
What You'll Learn
- How to assist with allied health programs and conduct group sessions
- Necessary skills and theoretical knowledge to thrive in the health and community sector
- Skills to ensure you contribute positively to any allied health 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
- 12 months
Entry Requirements
- To obtain entry to this course, you need to demonstrate completion of at least Year 12 (or equivalent) OR a recognised Certificate III qualification, and be at least 17 years of age
- If you are 21 years or older, you may apply for entry based on completion of at least 2 years of employment where literacy and numeracy was required to undertake the work
Work Placement
- To achieve this allied health assistance qualification, students are required to complete 120 hours of compulsory practical placement in a workplace where health services are delivered by allied health professionals
Subjects
About The Institute of Allied Health
The Institute of Allied Health is a national education provider specialising in health courses that lead to working in support and administrative roles in health-related services.
The Institute of Allied Health is part of the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC), a longstanding provider of flexible counsellor education. Subsequently, the Institute has plenty of experience on which to draw to ensure you experience a high-quality, fully supported online learning experience.
It’s what our team have done for over 30 years, and we have enthusiastically extended this expertise into allied health training. Institute courses are offered through a network of Student Support Centres throughout Australia.
The Institute of Allied Health is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #0670).
