EQUALS International
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) offers students a holistic approach to caring for people with a disability. 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 (Disability) qualifies graduates to work as Personal Care Workers in the Community Services and Residential Disability Care Sector. This certification offers an entry pathway into the Diploma of Nursing HLT54121 and Diploma of Community Services CHC52015 courses.
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) is a mandatory requirement for this course. All applicants are advised that they will be required to produce an acceptable NPC on or prior to commencement of the course. 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.
You will also need to sign a declaration stating that you are physically fit to carry out the duties of a Care Worker.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Work Placement: This course includes 120 hours of industry placement in an approved disability care (or equivalent) facility setting.Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) will prepare you for the following roles.
Personal Carer
Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Disability Team Leader
A Disability Team Leader oversees a disability support team in an effort to provide care and assistance to those needing help living their everyday...
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.
