CHC33021 Certificate

III in Individual Support

Course Duration

Period of 52 weeks, including 12 weeks of holidays

Delivery Mode

Face-to-Face 2.5 days per week (20 hours) 

Level

Cert III

Course Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualized plan to provide person-centered support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centered support.

This course includes a work placement of 120 hours to be completed within the course duration.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Aims and Learning Outcome

This course is aimed at developing:

  • Knowledge and skills to support and maintain personal care and wellbeing of people living in an age care facility or home.

  • Skills and Knowledge to effectively operate as a Care worker in an age care facility including private, public, retirement villages, nursing homes and hostels under supervision.

  • Knowledge of fundamental policies, procedures, and practices required to carry out activities related to an individualized plan.

  • During the training you will undertake theory components via classroom, E-learning and practical component in our well-designed simulated workplace environment.

* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ students are encouraged to apply.

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Career Opportunity

With Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) qualification in hand, graduates of the course will be able to work as a/an:

  • Home Care Assistant

  • Personal Care Worker

  • Support Worker

  • Disability Worker

  • Senior Personal Care Assistant

  • Care Assistant

  • Accommodation Support Worker

  • Residential Support Worker

  • Community Access Coordinator

  • Community care worker

  • Community House Worker

  • Residential Care Worker

  • In Home Respite Worker

  • Disability Service Officer

  • Care Worker

  • School Support Officer (Disability)

  • Family Support Worker

  • Care Service Employee

  • Planned activity assistant

  • Residential aide

  • Field Officer (Community Services)

  • Nurse’s Aide

  • Transport Support Worker

Unit of Competency:

Core – 9 Units

CHCCCS031: Provide individualized support.

CHCCCS038: Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support.

CHCCCS040: Support independence and wellbeing.

CHCCCS041: Recognize 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.

Elective – 6 Units

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 support.

*** Note that elective units may differ from Education providers to other Education providers.

Career Pathway

After completion of this course, you will have the skills to provide individualized care to individuals who require support due to ageing, disability, or some other reason.

Professional Experience Placement Requirements

  • Care worker or assistant

  • Nursing Assistant

  • Residential Support Worker

  • Home care assistant

  • Personal care assistant

  • Community Worker

  • In-Home Respite Worker

Please note Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for this course is Available.

Course Duration

The Certificate III in Individual Support is delivered over a period of 52 weeks, including 12 weeks of holidays

This course duration includes a combination of workplace-based activities, tasks, workplace based and independent projects, self-study, work placement, and scheduled classroom/workshop sessions.

Target Audience

  • International students on student Visa

  • Year 12 Academic Level or School leavers with secondary or above academic level

  • Student enrolling in this in this course as part of package/pathway courses (e.g. CHC33031 Leading to CHC43015 and CHC52021)

  • Current care givers who want to formalize their experience and base knowledge and higher education aspirations/goals.

Entry Requirements

This course duration includes a combination of workplace-based activities, tasks, workplace based and independent projects, self-study, work placement, and scheduled classroom/workshop sessions.

  • Be 18 years or older at the time of commencement.

  • Have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent.

  • Provide evidence of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).

  • Hold a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier).

Pre-Enrolment Requirements:

All students must complete a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to enrolment. The test assesses your foundational skills in learning, reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy at ACSF Level 3. This test helps us identify if additional learning support is required

  • Learning – Level 3,

  • Reading – Level 3,

  • Writing – Level 3,

  • Oral Communication – Level 3

  • Numeracy – Level 3

Required Documents for Enrolment:

  • National Police Clearance (WA)

  • NDIS Screening Check

  • Proof of Identity (e.g., passport, driver's license, birth certificate)

  • Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination

  • Academic Documents

  • Passport-size photo

  • Emergency contact details

  • Proof of Visa (for international students)

Documentary requirement for work placement Access:

a. National Police Clearance (WA)

b. National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Screening Check

c. NDIS Workers training Certificate

(i) Worker orientation Module

(ii) Supporting Effective Communication Module

(iii) Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals

(iv) New Worker NDIS Induction Module

e. International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate – Australian Government

e. International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate – Australian Government

d. Evidence of Flu vaccination

g. Hand Hygiene Certificate

h. Manual Handling Certificate

i. Medication Competency Certificate

h. Signed Statutory Declaration Form

A convenient way to build your employability skills and advance your career

Delivery Method

Face-to-Face 2.5 days per week

Academic Pathway

On successful completion of CHC33021, students can progress to;

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support or other related CHC certificate IV level qualifications

Students enrolled in packaged courses shall progress to CHC52021, with standing credits as applicable, on successful completion of CHC33021.

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