HLT31512 Certificate III in Nutrition and Dietetic Assistance Blended Learning Ashmore Course summary TAFE Queensland Gold Coast Ashmore : Blended Learning : Starts on 23-02-2015 Full fee: $4,000.00 Subsidised: $1,237.00 Concession: $710.00 Careers: Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers, Dietician Assistant, Nutrition Assistant, Special Care Workers Outcome: Certificate III You may be eligible for Certificate 3 Guarantee funding for this course. Decide which financial support option is right for you. Please read the TAFE Queensland Gold Coast rules prior to enrolment. Fast track your learning via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Course details Health Services is a rapidly expanding industry, and those choosing to work in this sector can expect to have excellent employment outcomes both now and into the future. This course has been designed as a key starting point for those hoping to go on, with the help of further study, to a future career as a Nutritionist or Dietician. This entry level program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to undertake work as an assistant to professional Nutritionists and Dieticians working in the health industry. Topics: Topics include: provide assistance to nutrition and dietetic services prepare foods according to dietary and cultural needs follow basic food safety practices recognise healthy body systems in a health care context communicate and work effectively in health participate in occupational health and safety processes comply with infection control policies and procedures interact effectively with children assist with client movement For details of the content of each unit please refer to the following website: www.training.gov.au Career prospects: This qualification is for those wanting to become assistants to Dieticians and Food Service Managers within the Health Industry. Occupations for this program may include Nutrition Assistant and Dietetic Assistant. Hours of study: This is an 18 week blended program delivered at Ashmore incorporating classroom delivery with self-directed study. Classes are held on Monday 10.15am-3.00pm, Tuesday 8.00am-12.15pm, Wednesday 8.00am-12.15pm and Thursday 8.00am-12.15pm. Outside of these hours you are expected to complete self-paced home study to complete assessments. Resources required: It is recommended that students purchase a USB storage device. Computer Specifications The minimum computer specifications for students accessing my.TAFE are as follows: Internet connection (ADSL or Cable Broadband recommended) Windows PC or Apple Mac - please note: portable devices (smartphones, iPads, tablets, slates) are not supported by my.TAFE, and may not work properly for assessments Minimum screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels Computer running Windows XP/Vista or Apple Macintosh OSX 10.1 Minimum browser versions: Firefox 3.6 (highly recommended for students), Google Chrome 8, Safari 5, Internet Explorer 7 with Google Chrome Frame installed, Internet Explorer 8 (older versions of browsers may not correctly display information) Entry requirements There are no entry requirements outlined in the Training Package. TAFE Queensland Gold Coast requires the following entry requirements to be met: Completed Year 10 or equivalent with sound achievement in English, Mathematics and computer skills or, Mature age with sound language, literacy and numeracy skills. Permanent resident of Australia (this program is not available to international students) Note: Many industry employers require that health professionals obtain the below to be employed in their organisations. These requirements ARE NOT a requirement for this program, however the Institute strongly recommends that students enrolling in any health program consider their eligibility to obtain the following documentation prior to enrolment. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Current Australian First Aid Certificate with a current competency in CPR Records of Hepatitis B vaccination or blood test result showing immunity Evidence of TB screening Blue Card (Working with Children Check Queensland) Australian Federal Police Check Units HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health (Core) HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures (Core) BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships (Core) HLTWHS200A Participate in WHS processes (Core) HLTNA302D Plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines (Core) HLTNA303D Plan and modify meals and menus according to nutrition care plans (Core) HLTNA304D Plan meals and menus to meet cultural and religious needs (Core) HLTNA301D Provide assistance to nutrition and dietetic services (Core) HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context (Core) CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children (Elective) HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices (Elective) HLTFS302D Prepare foods suitable for a range of food service settings (Elective) HLTCSD306D Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (Elective) HLTNA305D Support food services in menu and meal order processing (Elective) CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people (Elective) CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability (Elective) There may be one or more elective competencies, these may differ between TAFE regions. Please contact the region for more information. Last updated on 16 October 2014