Australian College of Higher Studies

CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.

Delivery mode

Australian College of Higher Studies offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $1,750 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
NSW
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Australian College of Higher Studies to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

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Study mode Traineeship
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $1,750 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Individual Support 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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Personal Carer

Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Residential Care Worker

Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $54,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $61,880
Entry barriers Low

Care Coordinator

A Care Coordinator oversees care arrangements for clients in aged care or disability services. You might coordinate care for individual clients or...

Avg yearly income $73,580
Entry barriers Low

Community Support Worker

Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...

Avg yearly income $74,984
Entry barriers Low

Patient Care Assistant

A Patient Care Assistant provides help to patients during their stay in hospital or other healthcare setting. You might assist with feeding, bathin...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

Peer Support Worker

Peer support workers play a key role in the mental health field, offering assistance and encouragement to those living with mental health issues. T...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Residential Care Officer

Residential Care Officers lead personal care work teams at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and gr...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $73,840
Entry barriers Low

Support Worker

A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...

Avg yearly income $68,900
Entry barriers Low

About Australian College of Higher Studies

Maxwell's Services Pty Ltd. T/A Australian College of Higher Studies (AUSCHS- RTO 90924) commenced operations as an RTO in 2003 and is a National Training Organisation delivering nationally recognised qualifications across Australia.

Our entire team is always supporting and engaging with our clients on a regular basis; you will have an everlasting experience studying with us.

Our growing number of clients have been with us for years due to the service given to them and this is a testimonial of our commitment to delivering outcomes.