Course details

CRICOS course code: 092051E

Level of study: Career Based/Vocational

Summary

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualized plan to provide person-centered 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-centered support.

Qualification rules

To achieve a CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support, 13 units consisting of 7 core units and 6 elective units must be completed.

Core Units

CHCCCS015 Provide individualized support

CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being

CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services

CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

HLTAAP001 Recognize healthy body systems

HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia

CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people

CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs

CHCHCS001 Provide home and community support services

CHCCCS025 Support relationships with careers and families

HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

Work Based Training

120 hours of industry placement, which must be undertaken to successfully complete this course. A National police check will be required for work placement.

Pathways from the qualification

• CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
• CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
• CHC53415 Diploma of Leisure and Health

Career Opportunities in the Industry

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a Personal Care Assistant, Support Worker, In House Respite Worker, and Assistant in Nursing in organisations such as Age care homes and nursing homes etc.

Assessment Methods

The following assessment methods (but not limited to these) will be used: Direct Observation, Assignments, Project, Student Presentations, Case Study Practical Demonstrations, Written Assessments and Log Book.

Modes of Delivery

This program is delivered in a classroom-based environment with access to a Practical Aged Care lab for practical components of the course. In addition, students will also be required to undertake a practical placement in a workplace environment under supervision to ensure the student can perform the work as expressed in each unit of competency. Each unit is delivered and assessed as a standalone unit. This program also contains an e-learning component to consolidate their learning.

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