Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support (HLT42007)
Overview
This qualification covers senior operating room workers who provide a range of varied assistance functions to operating theatre personnel. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Core Modules
- Effective outcomes in the health industry
- Implement and monitor compliance
- OHS processes
- Infection control
- Care and handling of equipment
- Preparation and care of the client
- Provide equipment and technical support
- Handle medical gas equipment
Electives
Electives are created in accordance with the national packaging rules to best reflect the current needs of industry. Your ICM qualification coordinator can discuss the suitability of each elective to your students.
- Operating theatre support
- Performance
- Leadership
Duration of Study
Students are required to be employed in their chosen field to enhance their ‘on the job’ learning. They need to be supervised by a qualified staff member and working a minimum of 16 Hours per week to meet the qualification requirements.
Students are to have gained competency in the following units.
- HLTTH301B Provide theatre support services
- HLTTH302B Provide equipment support in an acute care environment
- HLTTH303B Identify and move to maintain a sterile field
- BSBMED201A Use basic medical terminology
Cost
The full cost of this course is $2965. This certificate is not eligible for funding as a traineeship in NSW.
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