Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (Health & Disease) Online

22582VIC
     
How to apply: - 2024 applications are open NOW. 
  1. Complete the Student application Form and gather all supporting documentation and signatures. 
  2. Come back to this webpage and click APPLY (at the bottom of this page). 
  3. Complete the requested information and upload your supporting documentation. You'll need your recent school report showing grades, your OLNA or Naplan
  4. You’ll receive a confirmation email that your application has been received. Please make sure you receive this as it may be an indication that you have input your email address incorrectly. Make sure you check spam/junk. 
  5. Letters of offer will be sent out in September with instructions on how to enrol into the course. 
​Important Note for WA school students: The Cert IV as a standalone qualification will not contribute to your WACE. We recommend combining Cert III and Cert IV so that you will gain WACE points for your Cert III completion. Please ensure that you are able to gather the minimum amount of WACE points for your graduation before committing to this program. 

 
Interesting Stuff:
Our Cert IV in Health and Science offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in these fields. Core units such as researching study options, improving reading and writing skills, effective verbal communication, collaborative learning, and conducting online research will provide a solid foundation for your education. Elective units delve into intriguing subjects such as cell biology, genetics, and anatomy and physiology, allowing you to explore and expand your understanding of these areas. Additionally, you will gain valuable insights into the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings and learn to confirm physical health status. This course is an ideal choice for those passionate about health and science.

Location, Timeframes and Cost:
Online
We have developed this qualification to be completed online and this can be done anywhere in Australia. Online cost is $2200. This includes monthly checkins online with a trainer to answer questions and help with assessments. 
  • To complete in 6 months - 25 hours/week.
  • To complete in 12 months - 15 hours/week.
  • To complete in 18 months - 10 hours/week. (18 months maximum time). 

Entry Requirements:
Studying at a Cert IV level is not 'easy'. There is certainly an academic nature to this level of qualification and we want to make sure that you're capable at this level. This is why we have entry requirements. It's really important that you are able to show us that you meet these requirements or some other form of evidence for academic achievement - otherwise we cannot approve your application. 

It's also worth noting that we don't recommend the Cert IV for year 11 students in the classroom. We feel that it's too big of a jump going from year 10 into a Cert IV program - therefore we will probably offer you a Cert III qualification for year 11 and then invite you back for a Cert IV in year 12. 

Here is what you need for your application: 
  • Completed OLNA or NAPLAN. This means that NAPLAN was band 7 in year 9, or your OLNA shows 3 for all areas. 
  • A recent school report showing that you have achieved C grade minimums in English. If you cannot show required grades, a previous completed certificate will also satisfy this entry requirement. 

Course Structure: 

Core:

Elective:

  • VU23281 - Investigate cell biology
  • VU23283 - Investigate introductory genetics
  • VU23282 - Investigate anatomy and physiology
  • PREMHS402 - Provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings
  • HLTAAP002 - Confirm physical health status
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