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| Certificate IV in Cardiac Technology
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This course is designed to develop skills and a detailed knowledge of the areas of
cardiac technology relevant to the cardiac technician. It provides an opportunity to develop a strong theoretical background in essential areas of cardiac technology and practice newly gained proficiency under skilled supervision.
Application Form
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Entry Criteria
- VCE or equivalent standard of education
- Opportunities for relevant on-the-job training
- The ability to read, write and communicate in English to a level required to perform
the job
Training Program
14 units - 10 compulsory and 4 pre-selected electives. All units must be successfully
completed to receive the award.
Compulsory Units
- Communicate and work effectively in health (HLTHIR301A)
- Contribute to OHS processes (HLTOHS300A)
- Perform electrocardiography (ECG) (HLTCA401B)
- Perform holter monitoring (HLTCA402B)
- Perform stress testing (HLTCA403B)
- Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a cardiac testing environment (HLTCA404B)
- Confirm physical health status (HLTAP401A)
- Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work (HLTIN301A)
- Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively (HLTCOM408B)
- Apply first aid (HLTFA301B)
Elective Units
- Contribute to effective workplace relationships (BSBFLM303C)
- Work effectively with others (BSBWOR203A)
- Facilitate workbased learning (TAADEL404A)
- Apply advanced first aid (HLTFA402B)
Delivery
At Hawthorn campus
- 1 week block Monday to Friday in February
- Structured learning in your own time
- Workplace experience in your workplace
- 1 study day per month
By Distance Education (over 12 months)
- Structured learning in your own time
- Workplace experience in your workplace
Dates
Commences 3 February 2009
3 February; 2-6, 31 March; 7 May; 2 June; 7 July; 4 August; 1 September; 6 October; 10 November 2009
Assessment
Students are assessed against specific performance criteria for each unit of study. One two hour written examination, completion of theory workbooks, clinical record and a competency based procedure book covering supervised workplace training. A pass is required in all assessments for successful completion of the course.
Learning Pathway
This Certificate leads to the Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Technology which covers the more in-depth knowledge and skills required of the advanced cardiac technician.
Award
Nationally Recognised Certificate
CNE Points
25 CNE points
Fee
$2,990
Closing Date
19 December 2008
Location
Hawthorn campus
Application Form
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