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Certificate III in Health Administration


 National Code: HLT37315
 TAFE SA Code: TP00841Fee Free


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Description

As we look towards the future, a strong and resilient healthcare system is essential for both social and economic development. If you want a career defined by helping others, this nationally recognised qualification in health administration will allow you to learn the hands-on skills and fundamental knowledge you need to succeed in the sector.

Studying in a supportive environment, you’ll learn the skills to support people within a health or medical environment in a health administration role. You’ll learn medical terminology, basic business skills, customer service, patient record management, and technical skills to work independently in health or community services.

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12 months 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

Medical Administrative Officer
Medical Administrative Officer
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Locations & Applications

Campus / Location
Code
Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Virtual Classroom

601066

Virtual Classroom Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
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Adelaide City

601336

Blended Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
Day Only
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Elizabeth

621337

Blended Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
Day Only
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • No course admission requirements
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course

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Entry Recommendations
This course is recommended for those wanting to work in health administration in a health or medical environment.

Attendance Requirements (subject to change)
This course is either a blend of virtual online classes or face to face classes. You must attend all scheduled classes at locations and times outlined in your information session conducted by lecturers.

Industry Conditions and Skills
You will learn the hands-on skills and fundamental knowledge to work in this role and sector. You will need computer skills to be able to navigate and use online content.

Additional Uniforms, Equipment and Costs
You will need access to a computer and the internet.

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 12 month course
Subsidised
$799
$1,598
Concession
$461
$923
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLN).
What is the LLN?

This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free places are limited and eligibility criteria applies. If all Fee Free TAFE places are filled, you may be offered a subsidised place instead.

Fee Free Training Eligibility
Full Fee
$1,451
$2,903

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Medical receptionist/records officer in a GP clinic, hospital and specialist allied health environment.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Health Administration (HLT37315)
    The course includes understanding the role and responsibility of a ward/admissions clerk, developing/refining customer service skills, working with patients and other health care workers from diverse backgrounds and patient record management. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 5 core units and 8 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control 35
    Communicate and work in health or community services 30
    Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 60
    Participate in workplace health and safety 20
    Work with diverse people 40

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment 20
    Design and produce business documents 80
    Design and produce spreadsheets 35
    Maintain patient records 20
    Organise workplace information 30
    Prepare and process medical accounts 30
    Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
    Write simple documents 30

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Certificate III in Health Administration
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