Overview
This nationally recognised certification provides comprehensive training in medication administration aligned with Australian healthcare standards. It equips healthcare and support workers with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to ensure client safety and excellence in care.
Upon successful completion, students receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment (SoA) for HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication.
Course Delivery and Assessment
The course consists of approximately 16 hours of learning and assessment activities, including: Online learning and assessment. Face-to-face training(practical) and assessment, and few hours of Work placement.
Students will be assessed by two assessment methods: Online Knowledge Questions and Portfolio / In Class Simulation: This includes demonstration of assisting clients with medication and safe handling, documentation, risk management. Work placement is required.
Why Study At Phia Education?
Nationally Recognised Accreditation
Receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTHPS006, accepted by employers across Australia's care sector.
Qualified Trainers
Learn from professionals with real experience who deliver engaging, clear, practical instruction.
Hands-on Scenario Training
Practice through real world case studies and skill assessments, not just theory, so you're prepared from day one.
Focused Delivery
Complete in a single intensive session, fitting around your work and life commitments.
Two Pathway Options
Choose from accredited certification or a skill boost/refresher, whichever suits your career stage and employer requirements.
Group & Workplace Delivery
Group bookings available with discounts for 10+ attendees. On-site trainer delivery also available.
Pre-Class Checklist
1. Check Your Email
After enrolment, you will receive an email with your login details and instructions to access the student portal.
2. Complete LLND Quiz
You will also receive instructions to complete your LLND quiz. The LLND quiz must be completed before the start of your course
3. Log In to Your Student Portal
Inside your portal, you will find everything you need to get started: Learner Guide, Course Contents, and Knowledge Assessment Workbook.
4. Complete Your Workbook
Your Knowledge Assessment Workbook must be completed and submitted before your practical session. This is critical and musn't be forgotten.
5. Arrive Ready on the Day
Please arrive a few minutes early so your training can start smoothly and on time. Come well rested and ready to learn hands-on skills.
Entry Requirements
Age Requirements
Students must be at least 18 years of age.
USI Requirement
Hold a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier).
Language Requirements
Language, literacy and numeracy assessment tested at ACSF level 3.
Units of Study
| Code | Title | Unit Type |
|---|---|---|
| HLTHPS006 | Assist Clients with Medication | Core |
What Will You Learn?
By the completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and understand the scope of medication assistance.
- Select equipment and forms of medication to be administered.
- PDetermine the various roles, responsibilities, and organisational procedures.
- Identify various medication administration procedures and routes of administration.
- Identify the support mechanisms for clients with medication administration.
- Identify and handle medication contingencies.
- Identify and complete medication documentation within the scope of the role.
Careers
Aged Care Support Worker
Medication Competency is incresingly required for aged care roles.
Disability Support Worker
NDIS providers typically require medication certification for all support staff.
Personal Care Assistant
Required for home care and residential care roles across Australia.
Home Care Support Worker
Deliver safe medication assistance within clients home environment.
Allied Health Assistant
Healthcare settings requried medication assistance.
Residential Care Worker
Be prepared to manage medication at residential care.
Where training happens
Train in East Perth, Perth WA
Face-to-face practicals for HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication run at our Perth Main Campus — Suite 2, 170 Wellington St, East Perth, WA 6004, minutes from Perth CBD, Perth Station and major bus routes. Theory is completed online before your practical day.
- Near Perth CBDWalkable from East Perth station & Wellington St bus stops.
- Weekly intakesSame-day Statement of Attainment after successful assessment.*
- RTO 45764WA-owned Registered Training Organisation.
For Perth businesses
Group & workplace compliance training
Need first aid or CPR compliance for aged care, disability (NDIS), childcare or education staff? Book your team into the same weekly session at East Perth or talk to us about back-to-back seats for 5+ staff. We issue nationally recognised Statements of Attainment accepted across Australia — First Aid valid 3 years, CPR renewed annually.
- NDIS & aged care shifts
- Childcare & OSHC rosters
- Schools & education assistants
- Hospitality & business teams