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HLT33115
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician)
Become a Qualified Opertaing Theatre Technician.
Mayfield offers this accredited course that will train students to work with anaesthetists and surgical team and will teach them how to clean, disinfect and maintain operating theatre in accordance with strict infection control guidelines.
Learning Pathways
Upskill yourself with HLT47515 – Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support on completion of this course using credit transfers.
A MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
Subject to availability.
Qualification
HLT33115 Certification III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician)
Our courses remain open to all students through flexible fee-for-service options.
Start Date available intakes
Intake 1
Evening Classes 4th February 2026
Day Classes 20th of February 2026
Program Length
6 – 9 months
Campus
2-10 Camberwell Road
Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Australia
Study Mode
Classes 1 day a week. Some online learning. Work placement.
Contact
HLT33115
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician)
Course Overview
The student will learn practical skills, including transporting patients, preparing and maintaining beds, infection control prevention, basic medical terminology, and workplace health and safety. This course will teach you how to support the care needs of clients in a range of settings and be trained to work effectively and compassionately with a broad spectrum of clients from all walks of life.
We are an inclusive community supporting diversity
Mayfield Education Inc. welcomes Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders and people from diverse backgrounds. We offer fully inclusive and supportive learning environments.
HLT33115
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician)
Course Details
Traineeship
Mayfield Education supports the traineeship program. Please contact us to find out more about our traineeship option.
Entry Criteria
Students entering the course must meet the required entry criteria, educational standards and administrative requirements as per Mayfield Education’s Student Entry and Administration Policy and Procedure.
Applicant must:
- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Watch the course information online
- Complete a pre-course assessment including a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LNND) robot.
- Attend a pre-training interview on site at Mayfield Education Inc. or virtually via MS Teams.
- People studying this program will need access to a personal computer device and basic computer skills, including the ability to:
– Create, save and edit Microsoft Office documents (including Word, Excel)
– Access and search the Internet.
– Download and save documents from a variety of websites.
– Record, save and upload a video using a smart device such as a mobile, laptop, or iPad.
– Upload files and images onto the Learning Management System
– Access Dropbox links.
- Have COVID-19 vaccination history.
- Be able to provide the following checks within the first 8 weeks of the course:
– A current and clear National Police Check
– A current and clear Working with Children’s Check
– Healthcare category A immunisation record including flu vaccination. These are listed on the Department website.
Training Program
To obtain the full Certificate III in Health Services Assistance – HLT33115, students must satisfactorily complete a total of fifteen (15) units of competency. The course is made up of seven (7) core units and eight (8) elective units that are specific to the relevant stream chosen.
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services.
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people.
- HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems.
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control.
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety.
- BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately.
- BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development.
Electives
- CHCCCS026 Transport Individuals.
- CHCCCS012 Prepare and maintain beds.
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- HLTHSS009 Perform General Cleaning Tasks in a clinical setting.
- HLTTHE001 Handle and care for operating theatre equipment.
- HLTTHE002 Assist with preparation of clients for operative procedures.
- HLTTHE003 Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support.
- HLTHSS007 Handle medical gases safely.
Delivery
This is delivered onsite at Mayfield Education Campus, 2-10 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East. It takes approximately six to nine months to complete the course.
Study load 15-20 hours per week.
The delivery mode is comprised of blended learning (face-to-face, online learning, self-directed learning) and mandatory 80 hours of work placement.
Classes run 1 day a week from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm.
Location of Delivery
2-10 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Australia
Intake Dates
Intake 4: Evening Classes Wednesday 4th February 2026
Day Classes: Friday 20th February 2026
Assessment
Students are assessed against specific performance criteria for each unit of study. At Mayfield we have engaging ways of learning and assessment which includes journal writing, case studies, group presentation, assignments, role play, online learning, self-paced learning packages, short answer, and multi-choice questions.
Award
This course is a nationally recognised certificate. Upon completion Mayfield will award you with HLT33115 CERTIFICATE III IN HEALTH SERVICES ASSISTANCE (OPERATING THEATRE TECHNICIAN)
If the full course is not completed, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for any units where competency has been attained.
Pathways
Once you have you completed the Certificate III Health Services Assistance qualification; you can upskill yourself with HLT47515 – Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support.
- Complete a credit transfer application form to receive exemptions.
- The number of units reqiured to complete for Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support will be based on the Credit Transfer exemption outcome.
Fees Statement
Student Course Fee Payable
For Full Fee Paying Students: Total student contribution $5,730
A payment plan is available
For a detailed summary of the Tuition Fee and for the monthly Direct Debit Instalment Payment Plan, contact Mayfield Education Inc. for the Statement of Fees either by email or phone.
Email: studentservices@mayfield.edu.au
Phone: (03) 9882-7644
Note:
- Initial Course Deposit via electronic Transfer: $250
- Direct debit options available
Disclaimer
- The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
- Fees are indicative, may be subject to change of government policy, and this may occur during the course.
- Fee instalment plan is available.
- Please read the refund, cancellation fees information in the student handbook prior to applying for your enrolment / making payment.
Step 1 – View Course Information
Step 2 - Apply Now
To successfully complete the application process, please ensure you have the below requirements:
- You must have a student unique number identifier. If you do not have one, please create one here. This will only take a few minutes.
- You must complete a credit transfer form. Please upload this at the Application documents section and include details of qualification.
- You must complete the LLN Test.
- You must upload copies of your driver’s license (front and back)/ Passport/ Medicare details to verify your identification.
If you have any questions during the enrolment process, please get in contact with us.
| Course Name and Start Date | Applications Open | Applications Close | |
| Certificate III OTT/ Feb 2026 - Evening Intake | 11/09/2025 | 30/01/2026 | |
| Certificate III OTT/Intake 1 2026 | 11/09/2025 | 30/01/2026 |