Solis College
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification equips students to work in the aged care sector, providing person centred services and individual support in a residential, home, or community based aged care setting. They are also trained to complete specialised tasks, which may include individual service planning, implementing falls prevention strategies, and in some circumstances adopting a palliative approach to personal support.
Students are trained to work within defined organisation guidelines, following safe work practices for the aged care industry without the need for direct supervision. They are also equipped to lead other support workers where needed.
Delivery mode
Solis College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Level 5, 117 King William Street, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Be 18 years of age, or older.
Have completed the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) course.
Be competent with digital technology, numeracy, and English – both written and spoken. You may be required to complete an LLN test to verify this. International students will require an IELTS score of at least 6.0 (or the equivalent from a different language test).
Hold, or be eligible to hold:
- a National Police Clearance
- DHS Working with Vulnerable People and those with Disability clearance
- a Safe Environments for Children certificate
Show evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status (as required by relevant state, territory, and federal government regulations).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support will prepare you for the following roles.
Aged Care Team Leader
An Aged Care Team Leader supervises and coordinates the delivery of care services to elderly clients in residential or community settings. You migh...
Residential Care Officer
Residential Care Officers lead personal care work teams at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and gr...
Lifestyle Coordinator
A Lifestyle Coordinator organises activities, events and outings for people living in a care facility. You might work in an aged care facility, a g...
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...
Aged Care Manager
Aged Care Managers oversee the daily operations and management of aged care facilities, nursing homes, and residential care centres. They manage fi...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
About Solis College
Solis College is a Registered Training Organization and CRICOS provider delivering Nationally Recognised Courses throughout South Australia We offer training In Community Services ( Aged Care & Disability), Commercial cookery & Hospitality. Business, Marketing and Communication and information technology.
Solis College has a vision of becoming recognised as one of the nation’s top quality training providers, providing our students with opportunities to achieve their highest potential, while serving the needs of industry and of our wider community.
In doing so we are guided by our core values of Respect and Integrity. Our mission is to help our students learn through transformative educational experiences with a focus on practical and confident application.
