Certificate Courses
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (HLT42507)
Allied Health Assistants work directly with clients to implement allied health programs. They may work under the supervision of physiotherapists, dieticians, podiatrists, speech therapists and occupational therapists.
Enteral Therapy
Enteral therapy is the introduction of nutrients and fluids directly into the gastrointestinal tract through tube feeding. Management of clients receiving this therapy can be challenging for even the most skilled clinician who needs to be familiar with all aspects of this specialised therapy.
This training will build upon current professional practice and enable the therapist to extend their management of emergency situations or to maintain clients with their existing enteral therapy.
Course in Cleaning Standards Auditing 21909VIC
Persons completing the course in Cleaning Standards Auditing will be recognised as a Victorian Cleaning Standards Authorised Auditor by the Department of Human Services.
Medical Terminology (BSBMED301B)*
This nationally recognised course prepares you for work or study in health care. The course provides an introduction to medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and other health related topics. You will develop an understanding of medical terminology applicable to a range of workplaces in an exciting format.
* Denotes nationally recognised unit
Certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation
The promotion of infection control is a key risk management strategy aimed at improving infection control outcomes for patients and staff. Quality management of reprocessing of surgical equipment within a Central Sterilising Department is critical for successful patient outcomes. This certificate in Infection Control and Sterilisation is considered within the health industry to be the definitive qualification for Registered Nurses.
Certificate in Infection Control in Long Term Care Facilities
Research on infection rates in long term care facilities has identified that infections can have a significant effect on the well being of residents and associated health care delivery costs. Proactive infection prevention and surveillance programs can help improve care outcomes in long term care facilities.
Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (HLT43807)
This qualification is suitable for senior specialists in a sterilising services department who are responsible for the application of standards and quality requirements, stock maintenance and management and the efficacy of equipment and supplies.
Dual Qualification in Sterilisation and Supervision
Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (HLT46807)/
Certificate IV in Health Supervision (HLT40407) This opportunity to study and obtain two qualifications is suitable for people in a supervisory role in a Sterilisation Services Department in a Health Care Facility.
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (HLT31107)
This Nationally Recognised Certificate is an appropriate baseline qualification for personnel employed in sterilising facilities. It is suitable for staff involved in the preparation and sterilisation of reusable medical and surgical equipment or the preparation and sterilisation of textile packs for use in health care facilities.
Diploma of Management (BSB51107)
The Diploma of Management is the appropriate qualification for individuals who manage the work of others or who conduct management practices.
Mayfield Education has customised the Diploma of Management to address the specific learning needs of team leaders, supervisors and managers working within the health and community services sectors.
Certificate IV in Health Supervision (HLT40407)
This qualification is suitable for people who work in the role of supervisor or senior workplace trainer in a broad range of healthcare settings including support services, technical services, care services, professional support services and administration services.
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA40104)
The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment qualification is the industry benchmark for anyone responsible for competency-based training program design, development, delivery and assessment in the Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. It is mandated in the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as the required qualification for trainers and assessors.
Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education and Health Care (V12936)
Every day in Australia, 275 people develop diabetes*. Poorly managed, diabetes can contribute to cardiac disease, kidney failure, visual disturbance and other complications. Diabetes Educators work with people with diabetes to assist them to understand and manage their disease effectively. This postgraduate course enables you to develop higher level skills and expertise in diabetes management.
Certificate in Stomal Therapy Nursing
This course has been endorsed by the Australian Association of Stomal Therapy Nursing.
The Stomal Therapy Nurse (STN) has been described by the AASTN (N. Polmear), as one who works “in a clinically advanced practice role. They develop, implement and evaluate strategies for the support, care, education and rehabilitation of anyone anticipating surgery resulting in temporary or permanent faecal or urinary diversion. They provide clinical assessments and therapeutic management for specific health and illness presentations.”
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing) (HLT51607)
The Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nurse) (HLT51607) course is to prepare the Division 2 nursing student who is entering the nursing workforce to safely and effectively work within the Division 2 registered nurse scope of practice and as members of the collaborative health care team in an increasingly diverse and complex health care system. Entry requirements include:
• Minimum age 18 years
• Attendance at a Mayfield Education information session
• Cited VETASSESS test completed in last 3 months or;
• Successful Mayfield Education Nursing test (literacy and numeracy)
• Interview
• Police check
• Immunisation status required
Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing) (HLT43407)
Entry requirements include:
• Minimum age 18 years
• Attendance at a Mayfield Education information session
• Cited VETASSESS test completed in last 3 months or;
• Successful Mayfield Education Nursing test (literacy and numeracy)
• Interview
• Police check
• Immunisation status required
Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Work), (HLT32507)
This training prepares the person to take on the position of an Operating Theatre Technician (OTT), and become a competent and reliable member of the health care team. The OTT works under the guidance and supervision of nursing, anaesthetic and surgical staff enabling the participant to develop both their technical and interpersonal skills.
