HLTHPS007 Administer and Monitor Medications
CHC33021 Certificate III in individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
With Australia’s ageing population on the rise, the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is in greater demand than ever. This entry-level qualification prepares care workers to support older people in their homes, residential facilities, and community settings. Graduates gain the skills and knowledge to provide quality care and help clients maintain their independence and meet their daily needs.
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The HLTHPS007 Administer and Monitor Medications course describes the skills and knowledge required to administer medications to people and monitor them, as per the delegation from a relevant health professional, in accordance with legislation and the employing organisation’s medication and delegation policies and practice.
National Code: HLTHPS007
Course Level: Statements of Attainment
Duration: 32 Hours including placement
Price: $500
Study Mode: Online + Practical (Face-to-face)
Work Placement: 3 days (24 hrs) placement
Nationally recognised training
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Full Description
Key Learning Outcomes
This unit applies to community services and health workers with the relevant authority in their state or territory to administer medication and monitor them as per the delegation from a relevant health professional.
Upon completing this unit, learners will be able to safely prepare, administer, and monitor medications in accordance with legal, ethical, and organisational requirements, while accurately documenting administration and responding appropriately to adverse reactions, ensuring the wellbeing of clients in aged care, disability, or community health settings.
Entry requirements and Prerequisites
Is this course right for you?
An individual undertaking this course with Caring Alliance will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
1. Students must be working in an Aged Care facility or similar workplace.
2. Must obtain employer approval to participate and complete workplace observations
3. Have access to internet, webcam, email and MS Word, Adobe software and computer
4. Be the minimum age of 18 years old
5. Photo ID (Can be your driving licence/ passport/ government issue photo Id)
6. USI Number (apply if you do not have one Get your USI | Unique Student Identifier)
7. Must have completed Year 12 or equivalent taught or assessed in English; or English test of 6.5 or above in each band or LLN assessment (We will provide)
Career Pathways
Completing HLTHPS007 – Administer and Monitor Medications opens doors to roles such as:
• Aged Care Worker / Personal Care Assistant (with medication support duties)
• Disability Support Worker (NDIS)
• Community Care Worker
• Allied Health Assistant
It also provides a strong pathway into further study, including Certificate IV in Ageing/Disability and the Diploma of Nursing.
Units of Competency
HLTHPS007 Administer and Monitor Medications
Delivery Modes
The course is delivered online in one (1) day for 8 hours for the theoretical component and three (3) days or 24 hours for the work placement. The work placement is conducted in a residential aged care facility or similar setting to ensure hands-on experience.
Credit Transfer & RPL
Not applicable
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