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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)

Course Code CHC33021

Duration
  • Full Time
  • 6 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Free TAFE Course

You may be eligible to study this course for FREE.

Overview

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) program equips you with essential skills for offering physical, social, and emotional support to seniors and individuals with disabilities. This specialisation fosters teamwork alongside healthcare experts, including nurses, case managers, and NDIS providers, enhancing your proficiency in care delivery.

Career Opportunities

  • Personal care assistant
  • Nursing assistant
  • Personal care worker
  • Community support worker
  • Disability Support Worker in accommodation, outreach, employment, day services
  • Respite Care Worker
  • Individualised support worker
  • Support roles with the NDIS

Pathway to further studies

  • CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
  • CHC43415 Certificate IV Leisure & Health
  • CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
  • CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
  • HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing

Studying the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) at Holmesglen

Studying the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability), you will develop the skills needed to offer person-centred support to two main groups:<p>- Older individuals, whether they are at home, in the community, or residing in a residential aged care facility.<p>- People living with disabilities, whether they are at home or in the community,<p>During the course, you will also receive COVID-safe infection control training. All the learning materials and support resources are accessible through our online learning management system. To put your newly acquired skills into practice, you will undertake a four-week work placement with some of our prominent industry partners.<p>With the significant success of the NDIS, there is a high demand for qualified workers in all areas of the disability sector. Many of our students are offered employment upon completing their placements.

Entry Requirements

Before you can start your practical placement, you will be required to provide:<br>- evidence that you are 18 years old or over<br>- a clear National Criminal History (Police) Check<br>- a record of your immunisation history<br>- evidence of at least 3 COVID-19 vaccinations<br>- evidence of your flu vaccination<br>- a clear NDIS Worker Screening Check<br>- a WWC Check Card (Employee)
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
To apply for the course, click the “Apply Now” button at the top of this page.<br>- We will contact you to commence the intake process.<br>- You will be invited to attend a course presentation and interview.<br>- You will also be emailed login details for the online Language, Literacy and Numeracy activity (bksb).

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

Your timetable options are:<br>Chadstone campus (face-to-face, on-campus delivery)<br>• Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday group<br>• Wednesday, Thursday and Friday groups<p>Holmesglen offers effective study options (fully on-campus training with access to online learning resources). You will need to attend classes 3 days per week for 15 weeks from 9.30am – 4.00pm, followed by a 4-week industry work-placement Monday-Friday. The full program is 19 weeks. You will also need to complete some online learning tasks.<p>To receive this qualification you must complete 9 core units and 6 elective units. Holmesglen has chosen elective units based on industry feedback around the skills required for the job. If you have already completed other eligible units, they may be counted towards this program.<p>Practical placement is split into two, 2-week blocks and your attendance is required from 6.50am to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday (for the Ageing Block), and may vary from morning to afternoon shifts in negotiation with you and your host organisation (for the Disability Block). Holmesglen will find your placement for you and you will be supported by a Holmesglen trainer during your placement.
Unit code Unit name
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
Unit code Unit name
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

Click the ‘apply’ button below to start your application. Our Holmesglen team will reach out to discuss your study options and pre-training requirements.

No ‘apply’ button? Click ‘enquire online’ to register your interest for our next available intake. 

Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) qualification.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $9,261
Government subsidised $5,245
Concession $1,049
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $35 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

The following additional costs may be applicable: <br> <br>- Purchase of a Holmesglen-branded polo shirt for Practical Placement. Approx. $45 <br>- Annual flu vaccination. Approx. $25 <br>- National Criminal History (Police) Check. Approx. $30 <br>- NDIS Worker Screening Check. Approx. $131 (Employee) <br>- Working with Children Card Check. Approx. $131 (Employee) <br>- Other vaccinations, as required. Cost may range from $25 - $300, depending on your immunisation history.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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