Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 2:20 AM AWST
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Infection control Skill Set
Infection control Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00064
HLTSS00064
State Code
AE112
AE112
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate III Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
12/05/2020
Current Release Date
12/05/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
06/07/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 12/05/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
A set of skills to follow organisational infection prevention and control policies and procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks in the workplace.
Units
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
Units
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
Pathway Information
Achievement of this unit of competency provides credit towards qualifications in a range of training packages where infection control skills are required.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who require the skills and knowledge to decrease the risk of and transmission of infection whilst carrying out their daily duties.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This unit of competency from the HLT Health Training Package provides a set of skills for implementing infection control policies and procedures in the workplace.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA32 | HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF001 | HLTSS00083 | Infection Prevention and Control Skill Set | Skill set |