Course Code: CHC33015Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
If you have a passion for helping those most in need, studying a Certificate 3 in Individual Support Ageing is one way you can utilise your knowledge for the benefit of others. This course will give you the skills and knowledge to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Give back to your community now and experience one of the most fulfilling careers with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).
- Studying Online
- Payment Option
- Nationally Recognised
- Student Assistance Program
- Funding Available
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Learning Method
Classroom / Traineeship / Work-based -
Duration
12 months -
RTO's
This course is delivered by one of the following Kirana Colleges Registered Training Organisations; Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247 and Access Training Institute Pty Ltd RTO ID 91498.
Course Requirements
To achieve a CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) a total of 13 units of competency must be completed (seven core units and six elective units).
Students must undertake a minimum of 120 logged working hours within an Approved Service which will allow you complete a range of applicable work tasks.
If students are not currently working for a suitable facility, students are encouraged to locate their own work placement locations. Kirana staff are able to assist you if you have any difficulties.
Students will be provided a Practicum Booklet that will detail the tasks to be completed and log the work placement hours.
The Trainer/ Assessor will visit each student in the workplace to assess the skills required in this qualification.
Qualification Pathway
After achieving this qualification, students may undertake:
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. It’s preferred that students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent.
Students will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate prior to commencing work.
Student Selection Process
Kirana’s student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.
Kirana’s selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including;
- The students’ needs and desired outcomes
- The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course;
- Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package;
- Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)
Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.
After completing this course you can pursue a career as a:
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Care Assistant
- Care Service Employee
- Client Assistant
- Community Access Coordinator
- Community Care Worker
- Community House Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Field Officer (Community Services)
- Food Services Deliverer
- Home Care Assistant
- In Home Respite Worker
- Nurse’s Aide
- Planned Activity Assistant
- Residential Aide
- Residential Care Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Transport Support Worker
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and wellbeing |
Elective
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCDIS002 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
ACT Skilled Capital – for students residing in ACT
This qualification can be funded to eligible students through ACT Skilled Capital, a subsidised training program offered by the ACT Government. Skilled Capital funding is available through Kirana College’s Registered Training Organisation: Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247.
| ACT Skilled Capital Funding Eligibility |
Queensland Certificate 3 Guarantee – for students residing in Queensland
Funding for this qualification may be available through the Certificate 3 Guarantee, a subsidised training program offered by the QLD Government. Certificate 3 Guarantee funding for this qualification is available to eligible students through Kirana College’s Registered Training Organisations Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247 and Access Training Institute Pty Ltd RTO ID 91498.
| Queensland Certificate 3 Guarantee Funding Eligibility |
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