Diploma of Clinical Coding
Course Code HLT50321
The role of the Clinical Coder is to assign codes for conditions (including certain health status and circumstances of injury and poisoning) and health interventions, in accordance with recognised classifications and associated directives, that have been documented by clinicians in relation to patient health care events.
In accordance with Australian Coding Standards, Clinical Coders are expected to analyse all areas of the clinical record relevant to the episode and seek clinical clarification regarding any areas that are unclear or where more information is required prior to code assignment (refer to ACS excerpt Attachment A).
Once codes have been assigned, Clinical Coders can be expected to enter these codes into the hospital’s patient administration system and ensure that an AR-DRG group is allocated.
Delivery Method
The Diploma of Clinical Coding is delivered through a blended delivery method. Students are provided with learner resources for each unit of competency. Theory assessment is submitted through our online assessment management system.
Assessment Methods
Health Industry Training uses a range of assessment methods to ensure sufficient evidence can be gathered to demonstrate you can perform the tasks against the specified criteria. Assessment methods can include:
- Short answer questions
- Projects
- Case studies
- Scenarios
- Research reports
- Analysing patient records
Recognition of Prior Learning
RPL considers previous formal study and work experience and then assesses this against the elements of competency to determine competency. Students seeking recognition can apply for RPL on enrolment or throughout the duration of their study.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed a unit of competency within your intended qualification with another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) you may be able to apply for a credit transfer or exemption. A copy of the original transcript must be provided when aapplying for credit transfer.
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Diploma of Clinical Coding it is anticipated that you will have completed year 10 or equivalent. In addition, students are required to provide Health Industry Training with their Unique Student Identifier number.
Minimum Age Requirements
The minimum age for this course is 16 years old. If you are under 18 years of age your enrolment form must be signed by a parent or guardian.
Literacy, Language, Numeracy (LLN)
Requirements
Students must have an adequate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills (LLN). Entry into the course requires English proficiency to Year 10 level or equivalent. Students are able to test their LLN skills by completing an LLN test by emailing info@healthindustrytraining.org.
Fee-paying
To assist students who are not eligible for funding, Health Industry Training offers financial assistance by allowing students to take advantage of our affordable payment plan options (weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments) (see enrolment form for additional information).Throughout your course with Health Industry Training, you will be provided with a range of support services depending on your individual needs.
Trainer Support
You will be provided with a team of dedicated trainers who are there to support and guide you through. You may contact our trainers via phone and e-mail for assistance. Our trainers will also contact you on a regular basis to ensure you are on track to finish your qualification within your timeframe. Our professional trainers are there to ensure you have a successful learning journey.
In addition to our trainers, the administration team can provide you with support including your enrolment, changes to contact details or study plan, progress report and any issues you may encounter throughout your course.
The Diploma of Clinical Coding has been packaged to include:
8 units are required to be awarded for this qualification. To view the course outline, including the recommended order in which to complete your units, click on the ‘Download Course Outline’ button on the right hand side of this page.
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Funding for Queensland
Certificate 3 Guarantee
Health Industry Training is proud to be a pre- qualified supplier for the Queensland Government, under the Certificate 3 Guarantee. The Certificate 3 Guarantee supports eligible individuals to complete their first post-school certificate III level qualification and increase their skills to move into employment, re-enter the workforce or advance their career. To be eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee, participants must not hold or be undertaking a Certificate III or higher qualification. Qualifications undertaken at school do not affect eligibility.
Qualifications offered by Health Industry Training under the Certificate 3 Guarantee funding
| QUALIFICATION | CONCESSION PRICE |
NON-CONCESSION PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| HLT30113 Certificate III in A&TSI Primary Health Care | $680.00 | $850.00 |
| HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance | $220.00 | $660.00 |
| CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services | $360.00 | $720.00 |
| HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration | $260.00 | $780.00 |
| HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance | $300.00 | $900.00 |
| CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support | $130.00 | $260.00 |
| HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection | $280.00 | $840.00 |
Concessional participants are defined as follows:
- the participant holds a Health Care concession card or Pensioner concession card issued under Commonwealth law, or is the partner or a dependent of a person who holds a Health Care concession card or Pensioner concession card, and is named on the card; or
- the participant can provide an official form under Commonwealth law confirming that the participant, his or her partner or the person of whom the participant is a dependent, is entitled to concessions under a Health Care or Pensioner concession card; or
- the participant is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.
Higher Level Skills Funding
Health Industry Training is proud to be a pre- qualified supplier for the Queensland Government, under the Higher Level Skills Funding. To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills Funding, participants must not hold or be undertaking a Certificate IV or higher qualification. Qualifications undertaken at school do not effect eligibility.
Qualifications offered by Health Industry Training under the Higher Level Skills funding:
| Qualification | Concession Price | Non-Concession Price |
|---|---|---|
| CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support | $540.00 | $1,050.00 |
| CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health | $150.00 | $825.00 |
| CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support | $200.00 | $600.00 |
| CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work | $340.00 | $950.00 |
| CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services | $750.00 | $1,200.00 |
| HLT47715 Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting | $345.00 | $690.00 |
| HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance | $160.00 | $320.00 |
| CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work | $360.00 | $900.00 |
| CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support | $90.00 | $180.00 |
| CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability | $90.00 | $180.00 |
| CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services | $450.00 | $1,050.00 |
| HLT40113 Certificate IV in A&TSI Primary Health Care | $315.00 | $630.00 |
| HLT47315 Certificate IV Health Administration | $280.00 | $700.00 |
| HLT50113 Diploma of A&TSI Primary Health Care | $300.00 | $1,500.00 |
| HLT50213 Diploma of A&TSI Primary Health Care Practice | $310.00 | $1,550.00 |
| CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health | $150.00 | $825.00 |
| CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services | $800.00 | $1,600.00 |
| HLT57715 Diploma of Practice Management | $1,500.00 | $2,250.00 |
Concessional participants are defined as follows:
- the participant holds a Health Care concession card or Pensioner concession card issued under Commonwealth law, or is the partner or a dependent of a person who holds a Health Care concession card or Pensioner concession card, and is named on the card; or
- the participant can provide an official form under Commonwealth law confirming that the participant, his or her partner or the person of whom the participant is a dependent, is entitled to concessions under a Health Care or Pensioner concession card; or
- the participant is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.
Traineeships
Health Industry Training is working in partnership with Australian Apprenticeship Centers to increase the awareness of FUNDED training available to new and existing staff residing in Queensland, through the Australian Apprenticeships Scheme.
User Choice
The User Choice Program addresses skills needs by making government funding available to Health Industry Training to deliver training for particular qualifications to eligible trainees. Additional incentives for employers may also be available. Health Industry Training can offer the following qualifications under the User Choice Program:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
- HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (new employees)
- HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (new employees)
- HLT30113 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
- CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
- HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Traineeship
Under the Traineeship Program, employers may be eligible for funding to provide training to new or existing workers. The following qualifications can be delivered by Health Industry Training under the Traineeship Program:
- HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
- CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- HLT30113 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
- Certificate III in Health Support Services
- CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
- HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration
- HLT47315 Certificate IV in Health Administration
- CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
- HLT47715 Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting
User Choice funding now available in Tasmania. Please call our office on 07 3082 3960
Courses Duration
Maximum 12 months
Course Fees
Full Fee Paying
$5000
Delivery Method
Flexible
Individual needs approach to learning
Prospective
Career Roles
Clinical Coder
Enrolment Method
Open enrolment