CHC33015

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will assist personal and respite care workers provide better support to older people and those living with dementia. The Australian Bureau of Statistics forecasts that within just a few decades, at least 20% of the Australian population will be aged 65 or older. This is putting massive pressure on the aged and community care industry to supply the country with enough qualified health care workers to provide the support and quality of care needed.. This qualification is an excellent introduction to the rapidly expanding aged care workforce in Australia.

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Delivery mode:
Distance / On Campus / Online

Average duration:
12 months

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Work Placement

Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff. Students will attain real-world understandings of the expectations and skills required to work in this field to prepare you for the workforce.

Suitable For

This course is ideal for people who have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:

Critical Thinking

Evaluating the benefits and costs of different solutions for a problem.

Customer and Personal Service

Such as understanding customer needs, providing good quality service, and measuring customer satisfaction.

Psychology

You have a passion for the study of all aspects of behavior and mental processes.

Social Perceptiveness

Understanding why people react the way they do.

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title

Average Salary

Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Aged Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Community Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Disability Support Worker

$960 weekly pay

Home Care Assistance Worker

$960 weekly pay

Home Carer

$960 weekly pay

Personal Carer

$960 weekly pay

Residential Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Trainee Support Worker

$960 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title

Average Salary

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

$1,250 weekly pay

Aboriginal Community Care Worker

$1,050 weekly pay

Aboriginal Health Worker

$1,050 weekly pay

Aged Care Coordinator

$1,500 weekly pay

Aged Care Manager

$1,350 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Units of Competency

You will be required to complete a number of units of competencey for this qualifiation. Example units have been provided below but may vary for each provider.

CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support

CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing

CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

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Government Funding

The Australian government provides funding to help students who are completing the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33015. The type of funding you receive depends on the state that you live in. There are eligibility requirements for each type of funding.

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Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

Course providers may offer flexible payment options for those who do not wish (or are unable) to pay their tuition fees outright. There is usually a discount for those who pay their tuition fees upfront.

Enquire with a course provider to find out more.