chc33015 Certificate III individual support
Course Duration: 12 Months
Special Price Offer: $1850 per term
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred 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-centred support.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Study Units
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCHCS001 Provide home and community support services
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Vocational Outcomes
Having achieved the Certificate III in Individual Support will prepare you for a job as an entry-level Care Worker and will train you to:
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Meet personal client support needs for older clients, and those living with special needs.
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Tailor care for individual client needs.
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Communicate effectively and support clients living with dementia.
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Administer medications in the most responsible manner, complying with legal and industrial requirements.
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Navigate and work within the health and community care sector.
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This course offers a strong study pathway to gain employment in more senior roles.
Further Study Recommended: Diploma of Business- BSB50215 , Bachelor of Community Services , Bachelor of Nursing
Entry Requirements:
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Students must be 18 years of age or older.
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International students must have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent. Please contact the College for more details.
If you have had previous industry experience or studies you may be eligible to apply for course credits. Please advise us if you wish to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on your application form. Contact the College for more details.