Manual Handling for Health Workers Skill Set
Learn how to work safely in the health care sector.
This two-day course equips participants with the principles of manual handling, involving the safe and efficient movement of both the person delivering and receiving manual handling.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. For full details see our Half price courses page.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Overview
Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus
When Semester 2, 2024
Study Mode On campus
The skill set is applied in a variety of community services settings. Participants will be trained in the use of manual handling and equipment and practice in a simulated environment using manual handling equipment and devices.
Unit:
HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely
Important information
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Semester 2, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $64.80 + Resource fee $31.10 )
(Tuition fee* $19.20 + Resource fee $31.10 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely | $64.80 | $19.20 | $31.10 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.