Overview
This training is for currently qualified Allied Health Assistants, with preference given to those currently working in industry. This Skill Set will provide you with skills and knowledge required by a Nutrition/Dietetics assistant in undertaking support tasks delegated by a Dietician. This applies to Nutrition/Dietetic assistants working in a variety of settings such as hospitals, community, rehabilitation facilities and health centres.
Qualification: |
Statement of Attainment - Allied Health Assistance - Nutrition and Dietetics Skill Set HLTSS00052 |
Program No: |
SA-HS07 |
Campus: |
CIT Bruce |
Duration: |
1 semester part-time (approximately 5 hours per week) as well as industry placement.
Plus additional 2 hours per week (approximately) individual learning such as research, online activities and projects. |
Cost Info: |
The 2020 Semester 1 enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total program cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once.
Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students.
Costs identified as Apprentice or Trainee apply only to students studying as part of an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. The qualification cost for an Apprentice or Trainee is subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible Apprentices or Trainees.
Costs identified as Full Fee receive no government subsidy. Concessions are not available.
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance.
Information about studying under Skilled Capital is also available. |
Indicative Cost: |
$684 |
Likely Job Outcome: |
Allied Health Nutrition and Dietetics assistant |
Enrolment Type: |
Standard |
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Additional Information
This program has a mandatory work placement (120 hours in total). CIT teachers will negotiate all placements with you and your workplace (if your workplace is suitable).
Before undertaking any industry placement, you must:
- be at least 18 years of age;
- have a National Police check;
- have a 'Working with Vulnerable People Check'
- provide evidence of required vaccinations
Entry Requirements / How to Apply
This program is open to Certificate IV qualified Allied Health Assistants preferably working in industry.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level program. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 4 subjects
Core: Complete all 4
- HLTAHA018
Assist with planning and evaluating meals and menus to meet
recommended dietary guidelines
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CIT Code: |
HESC553 |
Cost: |
Standard $132.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist
with the planning and evaluating appropriate meals and menus based on
the Australian Dietary Guidelines, and other dietary guidelines, in
consultation with a dietitian to meet the nutritional needs of
individuals within client groups. It involves the selection and
planning of balanced meals, general menu planning principles and the
development and evaluation of menus. This unit applies to allied
health assistants and should be performed under the direction and
supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of a dietitian. Individuals
will take responsibility for their own outputs and may participate in
work teams. A range of well developed skills and some discretion and
judgement is required of workers. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- HLTAHA019
Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus
according to individualised plans
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CIT Code: |
HESC554 |
Cost: |
Standard $110.00
|
Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to modify
meals and menus to meet the nutrition requirements of specific client
groups and monitor this against the individualised plans. This unit
applies to allied health assistants and should be performed under the
direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of a dietitian.
Individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs and may
participate in work teams. A range of well developed skills and some
discretion and judgement is required of workers. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- HLTAHA020
Support food services in menu and meal order processing
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CIT Code: |
HESC555 |
Cost: |
Standard $293.00
|
Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement
meal order systems, distribute and process general and therapeutic
menus and meal orders, distribute food and monitor client
satisfaction. This unit applies to allied health assistants and should
be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or
remote) of a dietitian. Individuals will take responsibility for their
own outputs and may participate in work teams. A range of well
developed skills and some discretion and judgement is required of
workers. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- HLTAHA021
Assist with screening and implementation of therapeutic diets
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CIT Code: |
HESC556 |
Cost: |
Standard $165.00
|
Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess
nutritional requirements of clients and participate in the
implementation of therapeutic diets. This unit applies to allied
health assistants and should be performed under the direction and
supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of a dietitian. Individuals
will take responsibility for their own outputs and may participate in
work teams. A range of well developed skills and some discretion and
judgement is required of workers. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
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More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au