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HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication

HLTHPS006

Enhance your medication support skills with our comprehensive Assist Clients with Medication course at School of Health!

Ideal for those entering the healthcare industry or seeking professional development in medication support. This course benefits healthcare professionals, NDIS providers, carers, disability workers, and individuals applying for entry-level positions in healthcare services, community care, personal caregiving, or nursing.

Express your interest now to begin your journey towards a fulfilling healthcare career with confidence and expertise!

This course will commence in 2025.

* Please Note: Any information Open Colleges School of Health (the School) provides to prospective students regarding the CHCSS00070: Assist Clients with Medications is subject to the School being approved by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) to deliver that course.

Please book a consultation with one of our knowledgeable Enrolment Consultants to find out more about the HLTHPS006: Assist Clients with Medications.

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Why study this program?

Emphasizing compassion, precision, and the dignity required in healthcare, our course is ideal for those entering the field as well as professionals seeking to upgrade their skills. With pre-session written activities to ensure you’re fully prepared, you’ll gain practical knowledge applicable in various care settings.

This half-day, hands-on training equips you with essential techniques to safely assist and support clients to self-administer medication—including checking care plans, verifying correct medications and verify the right amount of medication, completing accurate medication documentation, and properly using and cleaning medication equipment.

Are you a business, school, or group in need of training to Assist Clients with Medication? We can bring our expert trainers right to your door, or you can host your session on our site. Interested? Enquire today and let us help your team stay prepared and safe!

Current students, please contact your Educator or the Enrolments team to book your Assist Clients with Medication session.

School of Health is committed to providing a training environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage people from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply to study with us.

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Course Code:

HTLHPS006

Course Name:

Assist Clients with Medications

Course Duration:

3 Hrs Campus Based Assessment + Written Learning Assessment

Delivery Method:

Campus attendance for practical assessment

Course Fees:

$300

Course Details

Learner Guides and Assessment Workbooks: Provided upon enrolment to facilitate seamless self-directed learning and thorough assessment preparation.
Assessment Process: Complete and submit the written assessment before attending a half-day on-campus session for practical skills evaluation.

Outcomes:

Completing the HLTHPS006 unit ensures that individuals gain the essential skills and knowledge to confidently and safely assist clients with medication self-administration. Completing the HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course can open opportunities in various healthcare and support roles, including:

Aged Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
Personal Care Assistant
Community Support Worker
Home Care Worker
NDIS Support Worker
Allied Health Assistant
Residential Support Worker

This course is perfect for those looking to upskill, meet workplace requirements, or expand their career opportunities in the healthcare industry.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be confirmed.

Funding by

South Australia

Funding by

Western Australia-logo to be confirmed

Funding by

Northern Territory

Assessments:

Case studies, Logbook and Portfolios, Practical skills assessments, Quizzes and Multiple- Choice Questions, Role plays, Third party observations, Written assignments

Awarded by

YourLife Health & Learning Inc trading as Open Colleges School of Health ABN 39 742 730 429 (RTO 40049 | CRICOS Provider 03733E)

Completing the HLTHPS006 unit ensures that individuals gain the essential skills and knowledge to confidently and safely assist clients with medication self-administration.

Completing the HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication course can open opportunities in various healthcare and support roles, including:

Aged Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
Personal Care Assistant
Community Support Worker
Home Care Worker
NDIS Support Worker
Allied Health Assistant
Residential Support Worker

This course is perfect for those looking to upskill, meet workplace requirements, or expand their career opportunities in the healthcare industry.

Entry Requirements

International Student Entry Requirements

All International students must apply through an approved Education Agent (refer to Find an Agent on our website).

* Please Note: Any information Open Colleges School of Health (the School) provides to prospective students regarding the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing qualification is subject to the School being approved by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) to deliver that course.

The minimum entry requirements for this course are as follows. You will need to:

• Be 18 years of age or over;
• Have successfully completed the overseas equivalent to an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (Year 12);
• Complete one of the following English language proficiency tests and meet the requirements for test results:
- • IELTS (Academic module) test and achieved a result of 7.0 overall and 7.0 in each component from one test sitting; or a maximum of two (2) test sittings in a six month period only if you achieve a minimum overall score of 7.0 in each sitting and you achieve a minimum score of 7.0 in each component across the two sittings with no score in any component of the test being below 6.5
- • OET Online test and achieved a result of B overall and B in each of the four components from one test sitting; or a maximum of two (2) test sittings in any six month period only if you are testing in all four components in each sitting and achieve a minimum score of B in each component across the two sittings and no score in any component of the test is below C
- • TOEFL iBT test and achieved a result of 94 overall and 24 in listening, 24 in reading, 27 in writing and 23 in speaking from one test sitting; or a maximum of two (2) test sittings in any six month period only if a minimum total score of 94 is achieved in each sitting and you achieve a minimum score of 24 in listening, 24 in reading, 27 in writing and 23 in speaking across the two sittings and the score is not below 20 for listening, 19 for reading, 24 for writing and 20 for speaking in either of the tests.

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Upcoming Intakes

South Australia

Please contact an approved Education Agent (refer to Find an Agent on our website) to express your interest in this course

Western Australia

Please contact an approved Education Agent (refer to Find an Agent on our website) to express your interest in this course

* Please Note: Any information Open Colleges School of Health (the School) provides to prospective students regarding the CHCSS00070 Assist Clients with Medications qualification is subject to the School being approved by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) to deliver that course.

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pathways and how we can support your journey towards a successful career in healthcare!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Entry Requirements for HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication?

There are no formal academic prerequisites for enrolling in the Assist Clients with Medication course. However, participants must have basic literacy and numeracy skills to read medication labels, complete documentation, and follow instructions accurately.

How soon will I receive my certification?

Same day certificate. Once you successfully complete your Assist clients with medication training, you will be immediately qualified to apply your skills in real-world situations.

To maximise your chance of same-day certification, all required learning activities must be completed before attending your practical assessment session.

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