Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 6:47 PM AWST
12/09/2026 6:47 PM AWST
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Audiometry Skill Set
Audiometry Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00047
HLTSS00047
State Code
AD148
AD148
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
06/08/2015
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
270
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for health care workers whose job role includes hearing assessment.
Units
HLTAUD001 Assess hearing
HLTAUD002 Conduct play audiometry
HLTAUD003 Assess and respond to occupational noise risk
Units
HLTAUD001 Assess hearing
HLTAUD002 Conduct play audiometry
HLTAUD003 Assess and respond to occupational noise risk
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the HLT Health Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil
Target Group
This skill set is for healthcare workers in direct client care roles seeking to broaden their skills to include hearing assessment.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the HLT Health Training Package meet industry requirements for the hearing assessments.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA65 | HLTAUD003 | Assess and respond to occupational noise risk | 90 | Unit of competency |
| AVA67 | HLTAUD001 | Assess hearing | 90 | Unit of competency |
| AVA64 | HLTAUD002 | Conduct play audiometry | 90 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC273 | HLTSS00008 | Audiometry skill set | Skill set |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF360 | HLTSS00088 | Allied Health Assistance - Audiometry Skill Set | Skill set |