Riverina Community College

HLTHPS006

Assist Clients with Medication

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication is a nationally accredited unit.

Students will learn the skills and knowledge required to safely prepare for and provide support to clients requiring assistance with medication as a personal care worker in a community, or residential aged care setting, under the supervision and delegation of a registered nurse.

This course is relevant for students currently working in aged care or disability support settings to aid or provide assistance with medication administration.

Delivery mode

Riverina Community College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.

Locations
  • 90-98 Murray Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Students must have a minimum Certificate III qualification in either sector, aged care, or disability worker.

Students must have at least 3 months of relevant and current work experience in aged care or disability support which can be verified by their current employer or references from previous employment.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $150 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Riverina Community College.
Study mode Blended
Duration 1 Day
Estimated fee* $150 $0

Career opportunities

The Assist Clients with Medication will prepare you for the following roles.

Health Care Worker

A Health Care Worker is employed in a range of settings to provide services to patients and clients. You may work directly with patients or you mig...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Aged Care Worker

Aged Care Workers assist the elderly at aged care facilities or in their own home. They help their clients prepare meals, go shopping, collect medi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Disability Support Worker

Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Personal Carer

Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Community Support Worker

Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...

Avg yearly income $74,984
Entry barriers Low

About Riverina Community College

RIVERINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE LIMITED, ABN 20 201 193 994, trading as Riverina Community College Ltd, is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) as a Public Benevolent Institution, and is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR).

Riverina Community College (RCC) is a Registered Training Organisation. The College delivers a variety of nationally recognised training including skill sets and full qualifications from Certificate II to Diploma level.