About the Program
Do you have a passion for helping those in need? A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is one of the most rewarding industries to step into!
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to provide person-centered support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Give back to your community now and experience one of the most fulfilling careers with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Field Officer (Community Services)
- Care Assistant
- Family Support Worker
- In Home Respite Worker
There are no entry requirements listed in the training package for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent. Students are required to be at least 16 years of age (students under 18 years of age will need a parent or guardian to approve their enrolment).
Students will also be required to provide their Unique Student Identifier ((USI) which we can assist with), photo identification and meet the language, literacy and numeracy requirements.
Students will be required to undertake a minimum of 120 work or placement hours within an Approved Service, which will allow you to complete and document a range of applicable work tasks. If students are not currently employed by a suitable facility, students are encouraged to locate their own work placement. We may be able to assist you if you have any difficulties.
This course can be conducted online, blended, work-based or in the classroom. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: Alpine Training Pty Ltd RTO ID 41511.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a: Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript or Statement of Attainment (if found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency).
This qualification will also offer a pathway into other courses including:
- CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
To successfully complete this qualification, you require 15 units of competency. These 15 units are comprised of 9 core units and 6 elective units. The units of competency shown below have been selected by Alpine Education based on the course purpose.
Core Units
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units (Ageing Specialisation)
- CHCAGE007 Recognise and report risk of falls
- CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
- CHCCCS001 Address the needs of people with chronic disease
- CHCCCS043 Support positive mealtime experiences
- CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
