CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) offers students a holistic approach to caring for the aged. With exceptional job outcomes in a growing sector, this Certificate course will offer individuals a supportive learning environment and unique opportunities to develop the physical, mental and emotional skills associated with the human services area. If you have a genuine desire to care for and be of service to the elderly, we encourage you to investigate the benefits of working in this rewarding field.

Successful completion of CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualifies graduates to work as Personal Care Workers in the Community Services and Residential Aged Care Sector. This certificate offers an entry pathway into HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing and CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services courses.

Important note: This course requires a National Police Check obtained through the South Australian Police. See details on the SAPOL website, and in the Extended Course Information section.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

EQUALS requires the following at admission as these documents will be required by industry prior to Work Integrated Learning:

A current and valid National Police Check (dated within 12 months). Please note that online checks are also accepted.

If you currently hold a Department of Communities & Social Inclusion (DCSI) Screening Check for working in the Aged Care Sector and with Vulnerable People please talk with our Admissions team about requirements for screening checks.

Please note that the outcome of any screening check may affect Work Integrated Learning opportunities, and that this is at the discretion of host facilities.

You will also need to sign a declaration stating that you are physically fit to carry out the duties of a Care Worker.

English Requirements

Please view the English requirements for international students on this page.

Course Structure

Study Units

Core Units

CHCCCS031: Provide individualised support
CHCCCS028: 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

Elective Units offered by EQUALS

CHCAGE011: Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013: Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003: Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAID011: Provide First Aid
CHCCCS001: Address the needs of people with chronic disease
CHCMHS001: Work with people with mental health issues

Work Integrated Learning (Placement)

This course includes 120 hours of industry placement in an approved aged care (or equivalent) facility setting. The placement is included as part of the course duration.

Please note that work placement is a compulsory part of this course. Placement offers are subject to supply and may affect course duration and are included in the course fees.

Fees and Funding Options

Tuition Fee	$2,095
Government Subsidised Training Fee	$495

Tuition Fee	$4,500
Student Services Fee	$250

Credit Transfer

Credit for Prior Learning

Yes.

National Recognition (Credit Transfer) and Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have related prior education and experiences, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Learn more about recognition pathways here. You can access more information on applying for Recognition of Prior Learning. If you have successfully completed units of competency from this qualification previously, you may be eligible for National Recognition, please follow this link for more information on National Recognition (Credit Transfer).

Graduate Attributes

EQUALS is dedicated to developing our Graduate Attributes in all our students. They encapsulate, in very succinct form, the full breadth of our virtues and spiritual principles and are core to the spirit and work of EQUALS. Our Graduate Attributes express our vision and mission, and they are focused on you, our students.

Learn more about our Graduate Attributes.

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