Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology - HLT57915

TAFE Queensland Brisbane

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 03020E

This qualification reflects the role of Anaesthetic Technicians who work in consultation with, and under the direction of, anaesthetists, during the induction, maintenance and emergence phases of anaesthesia. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Structure

17 units: 15 core
2 electives

Subjects

Assist with airway management
Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Communicate and work in health or community services
Lead team effectiveness
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Assist with clinical procedures used in anaesthesia
Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
Work with diverse people
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
Monitor clients during anaesthesia
Maintain quality and supply of anaesthetic equipment and consumables
Analyse and respond to client health information
Plan and monitor continuous improvement
Prepare clients for anaesthesia
Implement workplace information system
Mentor in the workplace
Maintain work health and safety
Lead effective workplace relationships
Implement operational plan
Work legally and ethically
Analyse and present research information
Monitor medications in the anaesthetic environment
Respond to anaesthesia related emergencies
Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Study information

Campus	Fees	Entry	Mid year intake	Attendance
Alexandra Hills			No
Bracken Ridge			No
Caboolture			No
Grovely (Keperra)			No
Loganlea (Meadowbrook)			No
Mount Gravatt			No
Redcliffe			No
South Bank (Brisbane)			No