Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice
Be part of a clinical team in a fast-paced environment?
Gain exposure to a variety of surgical procedures, emergencies and critical care environments with this hands-on practical course. Train to become an anaesthetic technician and thrive in fast-paced surgical and emergency settings.
This practical, hands-on course will help you gain the knowledge and skills required to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment.
You will be exposed to a variety of surgical procedures, emergencies and critical care environments. Anaesthetic technicians are typically employed in anaesthetic departments, operating theatres, emergency departments, intensive care and day surgeries.
As an anaesthetic technician you will work in consultation with, and under the direction of an anaesthetists, during the induction, maintenance and emergence phases of anaesthesia. Preparing and maintaining anaesthetic equipment, you will play a critical role in supporting quality health care and safe anaesthetic services within a multidisciplinary team.
Gain these skills
By the end of this course, you'll have gained the skills needed to:
• Prepare, order and maintain anaesthetic equipment and supplies
• Assist anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedures
• Operate equipment used in monitoring patients during anaesthesia
• Assist with airway management
• Monitor patients and be prepared for unexpected events, allergic reactions and anaesthetic emergencies
• Decontaminate, sterilise and dispose of equipment and materials
• Access and prepare medications and monitor response
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and implement work health and safety policies and procedures
• Communicate and document information
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
Anaesthetic Technician
Further Study Option(s)
Upon successful completion of HLT57921 Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology & Practice at NMTAFE, you will meet university entrance requirements and may be eligible for advanced standing/ credit into undergraduate Health Science, or Science degrees.
Course overview
Mount Lawley
Duration: Three semesters
Competitive: Yes
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lawley | Three semesters | Yes | No selection criteria |