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Gain the HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance in 52 weeks, with 120 hours of real workplace experience included.

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HLT33021National Code
52 WeeksCourse Duration
120 hrsWork Placement
BlendedDelivery
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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Nationally Recognised Training

This course leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or a Statement of Attainment.

Work Placement Included

120 hours of workplace-based practical observations are included as part of the qualification.

Class-Based or Traineeship

Students can choose between class-based delivery or a traineeship pathway to complete the qualification.

Special Needs Support

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.

Where This Can Take You

The Roles This Qualification Opens

Roles this nationally recognised qualification can lead to. Entry requirements vary by employer, and no specific job outcome is guaranteed.

2.4M+Employed in this field (AU)
25%Projected 10-year job growth (JSA)
$54,800Median income in the first year after training (NCVER, 2025)
Allied Health AssistantMedical Imaging AssistantOccupational Therapy AssistantPhysiotherapy AssistantHealth Administrator

Indicative market figures from publicly available Australia data (ABS · Jobs and Skills Australia). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 11 Units Behind The Qualification

Every unit is nationally recognised and sits on your transcript individually, which matters for credit and recognition later.

11Total Units
8Core Units
3Electives
120Placement Hours

Core Units

HLTINF001Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safety
BSBMED301Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAAP001Recognise healthy body systems
HLTAHA001Assist with an allied health program
CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services

 

CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCCCS010Maintain a high standard of service

Elective Units

BSBWOR301Organise personal work priorities and development
CHCCCS002Assist with movement
CHCCCS020Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

Meet language, literacy and numeracy standards for this level
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required to enrol
Police check and immunisation may be required for work placement
Entry may vary between the class-based and traineeship pathways
Credit transfer available if you have completed prior study

How It Starts

01
Complete a Pre-Training Review
02
Obtain a Unique Student Identification (USI) number
03
Submit enrolment application
04
Pay enrolment fees
The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

Pay Upfront

Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Regional VIC Delivery

Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Melbourne Metropolitan Delivery

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.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this 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.

How much does the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance cost?

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.

How long does the course take to complete?

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.

How is this course delivered?

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.

What does the work placement involve?

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.

What jobs can this qualification prepare me for?

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.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

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.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

MC
Melbourne City Institute of Education
RTO 22172
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Earn & Learn, the college's own recruitment service
Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.
Nationally Recognised TrainingITECALes Toques BlanchesAustralian Culinary FederationCPA Australia
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