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CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) (NSW Only)

Study Method
In-class
Institution
Aged Care Training Services
Start Date
14/03/2025
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Course Overview

Our nationally recognised CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is the perfect qualification for people who have a passion for supporting the elderly, or those with a disability, to reach their full potential.

Start a career in the disability and/or aged care industry! Whether you imagine working in an Aged Care Facility, in Home and Community Care, within the NDIS workforce , or any other organisation that provides support and care to the disabled, this course is for you.

Upon completion, you will be job ready and equipped with the knowledge and skills to follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who require care. Learn about dementia, palliative care, safe working practices, the legalities and ethics of the industry, building relationships with families, co-ordinating services and empowering your clients.

This course includes practical placement component. We take care to match you with a facility that best suits your needs including location and upcoming vacancies to maximise the likelihood of an employment opportunity. Practical placement is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your skills to a prospective employer. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive learning environment to help our students to launch their new career successfully!

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

The following employment opportunities may be available following the successful completion of this course;

  • Disability Support Worker

  • Personal Care Support Worker

  • Accommodation Suport Worker

  • Food Service Worker (Aged Care)

  • Respite Care Worker

  • Respite Care Giver

Please note completion of this course does not guarantee an employment outcome.

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Study Method

  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

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  • Western Australia

Duration Study Load

This course is a blended delivery model and includes:

  • Scheduled face-to-face training (9.00am – 5.00pm)

  • Practical Placement (120 hours). Yes, we organise this for you!

  • Self-paced learning (16 hours per week) including completion of assignments.

You can call us on 1300 785 802 to find out more about the course requirements.

(Please note that practical placement is a mandatory component of achieving this qualification. In the event that COVID restrictions are enforced or government directives prohibit student placement in workplaces such as aged care facilities your course will take longer to achieve)

Duration

This course will be approximately 12 months in duration depending on prior experience, Credit Transfers and the individual needs of the learner.

Delivery

To achieve this qualification, you will need to complete the following units of competency:

  • CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support

  • CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support

  • CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing

  • CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems

  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services

  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

  • CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

  • HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

  • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

  • CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia

  • CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care

  • CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach

  • CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

  • CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion

  • CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability

(Please note that practical placement is a mandatory component of the course completion and may be impacted by COVID or other infectious outbreaks. Rest assured we will inform you of any changes to your placement and work with you to complete your mandatory placement)

Units are subject to change at any time at Aged Care Training Services’ discretion. 

Subjects

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Payment Options

Jobs & Skills WA will guarantee eligible students a subsidised training place in State priority courses. It’s a new way to ensure more people are better equipped with the skills WA needs. Funding is available for Certificate III in Individual Support under the WA Participation – Work Readiness program.

Who is eligible?
You are eligible for a guaranteed training place if you have left school and are:

  • An Australian citizen; or

  • A permanent visa holder; or

  • Unemployed, or underemployed (works less than 20 hours per week): or

  • Holders of a sub-class 300, 309, 444, 461, 785, 790, or 820 visa;

  • Secondary holders of a temporary visa of sub-class 188, 457, 482, 489, 491 or 494 visa;

  • Holders of a Bridging Visa E (subclasses 050 and 051) where the visa holder has made a valid application for a visa of subclass 785 or 790;

  • Ukraine citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449 or 786;

  • Afghan citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449; and

  • Holders of a bridging visa who are eligible to work, and who have made a valid application for a subclass 866. Must be at least 15 years old;

  • If under 18 years of age, you must have a Department of Education (DoE) Notice of Arrangement (please contact our office for further information regarding this requirement).

Under Jobs & Skills WA:

  • There is no upper age limit.

  • There are no restrictions based on your previous level of awarded qualification; however, you will need to meet any course entry requirements.

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About Aged Care Training Services

We are a respected registered training organisation with a reputation of producing qualified personal care attendants who are well prepared and suited to a caring role in aged care.
Aged Care Training Services prepares learners so they can advance with confidence in their chosen career by:

Developing up to date and relevant course content in consultation with Industry experts and Health Care Providers
Responding to the needs of our learners by taking the time to ensure each individual’s learning plan is considered and where required guidance, further assistance or development time is organised
Timely delivery of training which assists individuals to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and attitude so as they are able to respond to many challenging and diverse environments in the context of delivering care. Aged Care Training Services is a well known and respected registered training organisation with a reputation of producing qualified personal care attendants who are well prepared and suited to a caring vocation

Aged Care Training Services is A Registered Training Organganistion (RTO #6127)

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