Gain the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance in 52 weeks, with 120 hours of real workplace experience included.
Set intake datesWe care about your details. By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms.
This course leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or a Statement of Attainment.
120 hours of workplace-based practical observations are included as part of the qualification.
Students can choose between class-based delivery or a traineeship pathway to complete the qualification.
MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions. Acceptance is subject to the candidate being able to undertake all course requirements with reasonable adjustment where applicable.
Enrolment fees include additional resources required for the course and student ID charges. For information about additional service fees such as re-assessment fees, refer to the Domestic Student Handbook.
Roles this nationally recognised qualification can lead to. Entry requirements vary by employer, and no specific job outcome is guaranteed.
Indicative market figures from publicly available Australia data (ABS · Jobs and Skills Australia). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
Every unit is nationally recognised and sits on your transcript individually, which matters for credit and recognition later.
Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.
Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.
Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.
Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.
Entry requirements can vary depending on whether you choose the class-based or traineeship pathway. Melbourne City Institute of Education also considers students with disabilities or learning differences, with reasonable adjustments available. Submit an enquiry to confirm the current entry requirements for your situation.
Pricing depends on your study pathway, eligibility for government funding, and whether you complete the course as a traineeship. Fees are not fixed across all students. Submit an enquiry to confirm current pricing and any funding options that may apply to you.
The course runs over 52 weeks. This includes both the classroom component and 120 hours of workplace-based practical placement. Duration may vary slightly depending on your chosen pathway.
The course uses blended delivery, combining face-to-face classroom sessions with workplace placement. It is not fully online or self-paced. Students can choose between a class-based or traineeship model depending on their circumstances.
The course includes 120 hours of supervised, workplace-based practical observations. Placement is a core requirement of the qualification, not an add-on. Submit an enquiry to find out how placement is arranged and what settings are typically used.
This qualification prepares students for roles such as Allied Health Assistant, Physiotherapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Medical Imaging Assistant, and Health Administrator. These roles span hospitals, clinics, and community health settings.
The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (HLT33021) is a nationally recognised qualification built around 120 hours of supervised workplace placement. You learn to support allied health professionals with patient care, clinical tasks and health administration, the day-to-day skills health teams rely on.
Melbourne City Institute of Education delivers the course over 52 weeks, pairing classroom learning with hands-on placement. That placement is part of the qualification, not an optional extra. You can study through class-based delivery or a traineeship pathway, whichever suits your situation.
It's a practical way into the health sector without a university degree. The qualification sits on the Australian Qualifications Framework, and the provider offers reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, learning differences or medical conditions. Submit an enquiry to confirm intake dates and what the pathway looks like for you.
You don't need to have decided to get the answers. One short form, and the provider comes back with your fees, funding eligibility and a realistic study plan.
Enquire Now →Researching the qualification itself? Read the independent qualification guide for the Certificate III, built on government data.
Course information on this page is sourced from the education provider and was last verified on 28 July 2026. Details including pricing, availability, entry requirements and course content may change without notice. Get Course is a directory service that connects students with course providers; we do not deliver courses directly. Contact the provider for the most current information before enrolling.