Melbourne Polytechnic
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Aged care and disability support workers play a significant role in Australian society. People with empathy, patience and a professional attitude are in high demand. Graduates from Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021 (Ageing and Disability) and can expect strong career prospects in this consistently growing sector.
The Melbourne Polytechnic program meets the requirements for the specialisation Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021 (Ageing and Disability). You will be qualified to work with older people in home and community care and residential aged care, as well as with NDIS participants, people with disability in home and community care and those living is supported residential accommodation.
Delivery mode
Melbourne Polytechnic offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
160 hours- 77 St Georges Rd, Preston
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
For compulsory work placement of 160 hours, you must:
- Be over 18 years of age at the time of placement.
- Provide an NDIS Worker Screening Check. This requirement is not negotiable. Industry will not accept learners without a clear record.
- Some aged care facilities who are not NDIS providers and may also require an clear Australian Police Check.
- Provide evidence of a current influenza vaccine and other vaccination requirements as outlined on the Victorian Government Department of Health website.
- Be prepared for early morning shifts, i.e., 7 a.m. starts, which will be required at aged care facilities in order to meet assessment requirements.
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...
Laundry Worker
A Laundry Worker sorts, washes and finishes laundry for a large organisation or for a range of clients. You might remove stains or carry out small...
About Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a different way to learn. We have been delivering vocational training since 1912 and we're one of the largest providers in Victoria.
