Certificate III in Individual Support – AGEING AND DISABILITY (CHC33021)
Course code: CHC33021
Course outline
This course is a Nationally Recognised qualification and is the first step in gaining the skills to work effectively in the aged or disability sector. Potential employment pathways include:
Care assistant, accommodation support worker, community access coordinator, home care assistant, disability service officer, residential support worker, residential care worker.
You can access this course by direct entry but it would also be suitable for you if you have some experience and need to formalise your qualifications.
This is an exciting course delivered by experienced industry experts in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Course delivery
This qualification is delivered face to face in the classroom. In addition to classroom training, 120 hours of structured practical work placement in an aged care and disability environment is required. Our qualified trainer will visit you on-site at your work placement to observe and assess your practical skills.
Commences: 1st November 2024
Day: Fridays (no classes during school holidays)
Times: 9am - 3pm
Fees and charges:
$577.80 Funded
$115.56 Concession
$2407.50 Full Fee
PLUS Resources $300
Payment Plans are available
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Career opportunities
Aged care and disability is an extremely rewarding field to work in and on completion of the course you will be able to provide physical and social support to individuals in a variety of settings, including hostels, nursing homes, accommodation support, disability services and home and community care settings.
Recognition of prior learning
Participants wishing to apply for RPL will need to discuss it at the Pre-Training Review with the CEO.
Student commitment
Attend all face-to-face classes and online classes (if applicable)
Complete out of class work – average of 15 to 20 hours per week of self-paced learning including completion of assignments, research and assessments
Complete 120 hours of structured practical work placement. Students will be required to undertake a police check prior to commencing practical placement
Have access to a digital device and internet connection to be able to complete online components (is applicable) LET can provide access to devices if students are unable to provide their own.
Units of competency
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
To gain the qualification all units must be completed. For partial completion, a Statement of Attainment will be issued.
Nationally Recognised Training at Laurels Education and Training is delivered with funding made available by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments.
Next steps
Contact Laurels Education & Training to make an appointment for a Pre-Training Review:
Monday to Friday (9am - 4pm) at 229 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh.
Phone (03) 5367 1061 or email info@thelaurels.org.au
