Skill set Outline

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Allied Health Assistance - Podiatry Skill Set

Allied Health Assistance - Podiatry Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00055
State Code
AD314
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
140
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 08/12/2015 Current Approved
Description
This skill set applies to allied health assistants and work should be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of an allied health professional. It reflects the skill requirements for those working in allied health (podiatry).
Units
HLTAHA006 Assist with basic foot hygiene
HLTAHA007 Assist with podiatric procedures
HLTAHA008 Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the HLT Health Training Package, including HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil.
Target Group
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals working in the health industry who wish to develop skills in podiatry assistance.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from HLT Health Training Package meet industry requirements for work in allied health assistance in podiatry.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVB06 HLTAHA006 Assist with basic foot hygiene 40 Unit of competency
AVB05 HLTAHA007 Assist with podiatric procedures 60 Unit of competency
AVB03 HLTAHA008 Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AC419 HLTSS00005 Allied health assistance - podiatry skill set Skill set
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AE998 HLTSS00079 Allied Health Assistance - Podiatry Skill Set Skill set