HLT50607
Diploma of Paramedical Science (Anaesthesia)
Give yourself the best shot at becoming an anaesthetic technician. While training in our state-of-the-art facilities you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to assist the anaesthetist carry out local or general anaesthetics and recovery procedures. You’ll maximise your skills with an intense clinical placement putting everything you learn into practise in the real working environment.
The Diploma of Paramedical Science will develop your skills in:
• Communicating with other medical professionals, technical and maintenance personnel and patients
• Anaesthetic preparation procedures
• Assisting anaesthetist during procedures
• Immediate post-operative recovery
• Aseptic techniques
• Control of microbial growth
• Sterilisation and decontamination procedures
Possible career outcomes:
• Anaesthetic Technician
Southbank Institute has links with the University of the Sunshine Coast so you can enter partway through their Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree. This means you can benefit from direct entry into university and get a dual qualification. In taking this route you will learn practical skills combined with theoretical and practical knowledge that will hold great appeal to potential employers.
The Diploma of Paramedical Science will develop your skills in:
• Communicating with other medical professionals, technical and maintenance personnel and patients
• Anaesthetic preparation procedures
• Assisting anaesthetist during procedures
• Immediate post-operative recovery
• Aseptic techniques
• Control of microbial growth
• Sterilisation and decontamination procedures
Possible career outcomes:
• Anaesthetic Technician
Southbank Institute has links with the University of the Sunshine Coast so you can enter partway through their Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree. This means you can benefit from direct entry into university and get a dual qualification. In taking this route you will learn practical skills combined with theoretical and practical knowledge that will hold great appeal to potential employers.
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Career Opportunities
Anaesthetic Technician
Entry Criteria
Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent with a Sound Achievement in English and Mathematics and a Sound Achievement in Year 10 Science
and
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
and
Southbank Institute of Technology requires that applicants have a current Senior First Aid Certificate
and
Hepatitis B immunisations are mandatory so students must be able to provide records to substantiate this or blood test results to show immunity
and
In conjunction with Qld Health, Southbank Institute of Technology will also provide free Tuberculosis screening prior to clinical placement. Qld Health will then issue students with a certificate.
and
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
and
Southbank Institute of Technology requires that applicants have a current Senior First Aid Certificate
and
Hepatitis B immunisations are mandatory so students must be able to provide records to substantiate this or blood test results to show immunity
and
In conjunction with Qld Health, Southbank Institute of Technology will also provide free Tuberculosis screening prior to clinical placement. Qld Health will then issue students with a certificate.
Program Articulation
Articulation Options
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• A discrete qualification:
Diploma of Paramedical Science (Anaesthesia)
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155532 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155536
or
• The articulated option, which provides direct entry to the program below upon successful completion of the Diploma:
Bachelor of Paramedical Science (University of the Sunshine Coast)
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155984 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155986
Students may apply to study the Diploma as
• A discrete qualification:
Diploma of Paramedical Science (Anaesthesia)
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155532 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155536
or
• The articulated option, which provides direct entry to the program below upon successful completion of the Diploma:
Bachelor of Paramedical Science (University of the Sunshine Coast)
Government Subsidised Fee - QTAC Code: 155984 or Full Fee - QTAC Code: 155986
Program Duration
Full Time 24 months
Generally full time classes are timetabled between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm, weekdays.
Generally full time classes are timetabled between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm, weekdays.
Program Award
Diploma
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Please note, RPL Applications must be received within 4 weeks of the start of each semester.
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Telephone: 1300 467 822
Facsimile: (07) 3367 1164
Location: Level 2, 33 Park Road Milton QLD 4064
Postal: PO Box 1331, Milton QLD 4064
E-mail: use website enquiry service
Internet: www.qtac.edu.au
Apply online at the QTAC website. Applications open in August for courses commencing in the following year (eg August 2011 for courses in 2012). Please see the QTAC website or the QTAC Guide to Tertiary Courses (available from newsagents) for information on key dates and application charges.
Applications Close
There is only one intake per year, in February. Please consult QTAC for details of application closing dates and offer dates.
Cost
Government Subsidised Fee:
- Full Rate: $13,146
A $40 annual Administration Fee is applicable to Government subsidised enrolments.
Government subsidised fees must be paid through existing payment methods at the time of enrolment.
Full Fee: $17,964 VET FEE-HELP* eligible.
To be eligible for VET FEE-HELP, and defer payment of fees, a student must be enrolled in a full fee paying course.
For full information about VET FEE-HELP and the Southbank Institute Schedule of Fees and Institute Dates, Click Here
For Additional Information
| Location: | Southbank |
| Telephone: | 13 72 48 |
| Facsimile: | 07 3244 5161 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | Level 4, B Block 66 Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Locked Mail Bag 14 South Brisbane QLD 4101 |
| Email: | SBIT.HHAS.Admin@deta.qld.gov.au |
| Find us at: | www.Southbank.edu.au |
| Vet Unit of Study Code | Course Code | Unit of Study Name | EFTSL | Start of Study | Administration Date | Census Date | Close of Study | Full Fee | Subsidised Fee |
| (Stage 1) Anatomy and Physiology | |||||||||
| HS8461 | HLTAP401B | Confirm physical health status | 0.097 | $1629.00 | $1629.00 | ||||
| HS8462 | HLTAP501B | Analyse health information | 0.048 | $800.00 | $83.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Sterility and Processing reusable instruments | |||||||||
| HS8463 | HLTTH303C | Identify and move to maintain a sterile field | 0.048 | $380.00 | $104.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Medical Terminology | |||||||||
| HS8464 | HLTAN510B | Use advanced health terminology in a professional context | 0.087 | $642.00 | $132.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Occupational Health and Safety | |||||||||
| HS8465 | HLTOHS300B | Contribute to OHS processes | 0.036 | $342.00 | $342.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Communication and Personal Stressors | |||||||||
| HS8466 | HLTHIR301B | Communicate and work effectively in health | 0.048 | $375.00 | $83.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Medications | |||||||||
| HS8467 | HLTAN509B | Monitor medications in the anaesthetic environment | 0.087 | $775.00 | $143.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Vocational Placement | |||||||||
| HS8468 | M00VPC120 | Vocational Placement | 0.036 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Infection Control | |||||||||
| HS8469 | HLTIN301C | Comply with infection control policies and procedures | 0.048 | $455.00 | $455.00 | ||||
| (Stage 1) Diversity and Culture | |||||||||
| HS8470 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 0.024 | $179.00 | $62.00 | ||||
| (Stage 2) Introduction to Anaesthetics and Anaesthetic Sciences | |||||||||
| HS8471 | HLTAN402C | Prepare and assist with the preparation of the client for anaesthesia | 0.181 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $797.00 | $797.00 |
| (Stage 2) Assist with Induction and Maintenance | |||||||||
| HS8472 | HLTAN403C | Provide assistance during induction and maintenance of anaesthesia | 0.181 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 17/09/2012 | 7/06/2013 | $3266.00 | $3266.00 |
| HS8473 | HLTAMBPD401C | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 0.024 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $187.00 | $52.00 |
| (Stage 2) Vocational Placement | |||||||||
| HS8474 | M00VPC121 | Vocational Placement | 0.036 | 9/07/2012 | 9/07/2012 | 6/08/2012 | 16/11/2012 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| (Stage 3) Provide assistance during Emergency phase of anaesthesia | |||||||||
| HS8475 | HLTAN404C | Provide assistance during emergency phase of anaesthesia | 0.181 | $797.00 | $797.00 | ||||
| (Stage 3) Assistance during an Emergency | |||||||||
| HS8476 | HLTAN405C | Provide assistance during an emergency | 0.181 | $1527.00 | $1527.00 | ||||
| (Stage 3) Anaesthetic Equipment | |||||||||
| HS8477 | HLTAN506C | Provide advance care and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment | 0.181 | $2233.00 | $285.00 | ||||
| (Stage 3) Assistance during Anaesthetic | |||||||||
| HS8478 | HLTAN507C | Provide assistance in anaesthetic related procedures | 0.181 | $2544.00 | $2544.00 | ||||
| (Stage 3) Vocational Placement | |||||||||
| HS8479 | M00VPC120 | Vocational Placement | 0.036 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||||
| (Stage 4) Process reusable instruments | |||||||||
| HS8480 | HLTIN302B | Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work | 0.036 | $284.00 | $93.00 | ||||
| (Stage 4) Anaesthetic Environment | |||||||||
| HS8481 | HLTAN401C | Prepare the anaesthetic environment | 0.181 | $752.00 | $752.00 | ||||
| (Stage 4) Vocational Placement | |||||||||
| HS8482 | M00VPC121 | Vocational Placement | 0.036 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||||
This brochure was last updated Thursday, 19 April 2012
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
