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HLT47515
Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
Become a Senior Operating Theatre Technician (Grade 4 and above)
Mayfield Education Inc. recognises that Theatre Technicians are an integral part of the Operating Theatre team, working closely with doctors and nurses in the operating theatre.
Learning Pathways
Have you completed Certification III in Health Services Assistance (HLT33115)? Use credit transfers to help gain this qualification. Complete a credit transfer application form to get exemptions.
A MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
Subject to availability.
HLT47515
Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
Course Overview
This course is for people who are aiming to work in the operating theatre as a technician and/or are already working in this area and would like to upskill and/or undertake leadership roles to become senior theatre technician. Operating theatre technician prepare and maintain operating theatres, equipment and assist surgical and anaesthetic teams during operations.
HLT47515
Certificate IV IN OPERATING THEATRE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Course Details
Qualification
HLT47515 Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support
Start Date available intakes
Intake 4
Evening Classes 12th Nov 2025
Day Classes 20th Nov 2025
Program Length
9-12 months
Campus
2-10 Camberwell Road
Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Australia
Study Mode
Classes 1 day a week. Some online learning. Work placement.
Contact
Traineeship
Mayfield Education supports the traineeship program. Please contact us to find out more about our traineeship options.
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 session 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 HLT47515 – Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support qualification, students must satisfactorily complete fifteen (15) units of competency. The course is made up of ten (10) core units and five (5) pre-selected elective units.
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTINF007 Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures
- 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
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
- BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- BSBMGT403 Implement continuous improvement
Electives
- HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status.
- BSBHRM415 Co-ordinate recruitment and onboarding
- HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely.
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- HLTHSS007 Handle medical gasses safely.
Delivery
This is delivered onsite at Mayfield Education Inc. Campus, 2-10 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East. It takes approximately nine to twelve months to complete the course.
Study load 20-25 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 12th Nov 2025
Day Classes: 20th Nov 2025
Assessment
Students are assessed against specific performance criteria for each unit of study. At Mayfield Education Inc., we have engaging ways of learning and assessment, which include journal writing, case studies, group presentations, assignments, role play, online learning, self-paced learning packages, short answers, and multiple-choice questions.
Award
This course is a nationally recognised qualification. Upon completion Mayfield will award you with HLT47515 – Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support.
If the full course is not completed, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for any units where competency has been attained.
Learning Pathways
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 get exemptions. The number of units to complete for Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support will be based on the Credit Transfer exemption outcome.
- Stand-alone unit enrolments are also available.
- Payment plan arrangements are also available.
Fees Statement
Student Course Fee Payable
For Full Fee Paying Students: Total student contribution $8,074
A payment plan is available
For a detailed summary of the Tuition Fee and for the monthly Direct Debit Instalment Payment Plan, contact Mayfield for the Statement of Fees either on email or by 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 IV in OTT Intake 4 2025 | 11/09/2025 | 14/11/2025 | |
| Certificate IV in OTT_ Nov 2025 - Evening Intake | 11/09/2025 | 12/11/2025 |