This qualification is typically delivered over a duration of 6 months, including 120 hours of work placement in an aged care setting.
Certificate III
This qualification is delivered using a face-to-face, classroom-based delivery mode.
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 or some other reason.
Qualification Detail
The successful completion of this qualification requires competency to be achieved in 13 units comprising of seven (7) core units and six (6) elective units.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, although applicants will need to undertake an LLN assessment. Students are required to complete Practical Placement which requires a police clearance. Students must also have current COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations.
Units in this Qualification
Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
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CHCCS015 | Provide individualised support | Core |
CHCCCS023 | Support independence and well being | Core |
CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | Core |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Core |
CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | Core |
HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | Core |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | Core |
CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people | Elective |
CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia | Elective |
CHCCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs | Elective |
CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families | Elective |
HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | Elective |
CHCDIS003 | Support community participation and social inclusion | Elective |
Qualification Outcomes
Fees
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