EQUALS International
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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 individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing and disability or some other reason.
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) aims to produce ‘work-ready’ graduates who have acquired the knowledge and experience to assist in obtaining employment within the health services industry.
Delivery mode
EQUALS International offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 54 Currie St, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- 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.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) will prepare you for the following roles.
Aged Care Worker
Aged Care Workers assist the elderly at aged care facilities or in their own home. They help their clients prepare meals, go shopping, collect medi...
Personal Carer
Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...
Residential Care Worker
Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care services to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people in their own homes. The focus of your job r...
Trainee Support Worker
A Trainee Support Worker is employed in aged care or disability services to help clients with their daily activities. You might support people in t...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
Home Carer
A Home Carer provides support to people with additional needs in their own home. You might work with elderly people or people with a disability. Ho...
Aboriginal Disability Worker
An Aboriginal Disability Worker works with Indigenous people with a disability to support them in their everyday lives. You might assist your clien...
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker works with Indigenous elders to monitor and improve their health. You might work in a health clinic or community cen...
Disability Service Officer
The duties of a Disability Service Officer are similar to, and can sometimes overlap with, those of a disability support worker. The main differenc...
Senior Support Worker
A senior support worker takes a leadership role in providing assistance for those in need, including those living with disability and aged citizens...
About EQUALS International
EQUALS was founded over 30 years ago, with the dream of promoting and developing human potential. Today we are an independent tertiary education provider offering nationally recognised and accredited courses to local and international students.
Our diverse students enjoy a holistic approach to adult education and are supported by transformational learning principles within an enriching environment. With a range of courses and microcredentials across areas in Health and Nursing, Human Services, Integrative Health, Aged and Community Services, Mental Health, Disability, Leadership and Management, Early Childhood Education and Care, we deliver high quality learning experiences for our students, who in turn enjoy high rates of graduate employment and further study pathways.
Throughout our history we have been involved in philanthropic projects and initiatives that promote equity, access and human rights within the local and wider community. As our capacity has grown, so has our ability to meet the needs of a changing world. We nurture meaningful collaborations with government, industry and the not-for-profit sector and offer flexible and innovative approaches that contribute towards social advancement.
