CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Are you considering a career in the health sector as a support worker in aged care?

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will provide you with the qualification you need to work as an aged care worker.

Our aged care course is open for enrolment - register your interest now

Flexible study options available.

Government Funded Training
Blended Delivery combining online training with 28 days face to face training days and practical skills days (plus a minimum of 120 hours work placement)
This course is funded by the State Government through the Subsidised Training List (eligibility criteria applies). If eligible for subsidised training, a non-refundable $200 student co-contribution is payable on enrolment
Fee for Service available for those not eligible for Government funded training

General

General Information

CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

The Certificate III in Individual Support is suitable for people who are highly motivated and passionate about supporting the aged to maintain their independence.

This qualification could be a pathway to a career within the allied health system and aged care industry as an aged care worker.

The HITsa team, along with strong industry connections, will ensure you get the best start to your new career after completing the course and work placement, and gaining a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

Potential career outcomes include but are not limited to:

Aged care worker
Personal care assistant
Community care worker
Respite care worker

Register your interest.

Learning Outcomes

CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Students will need to successfully achieve the following units of competency and undertake a minimum of 120 hours work placement (placement will be organised by HITsa).

CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carers and family
CHCPAL003 Deliver care using a palliative approach
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

The Certificate III in Individual Support is perfect for people who are wanting to start a career as an aged care worker.

It’s also suitable for those who are already working within the aged care industry wishing to gain a qualification and take the next step in their career.

Available through traineeship arrangement and VET in schools.

Course Details

CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Work placement will be a minimum of 120 hours
Face-to-face training will be conducted at

BLENDED DELIVERY

Theory completed online – students will require access to WiFi, computer or laptop
A minimum of 28 face to face training sessions to complete knowledge and practical assessment including manual handling (non-accredited)

HITsa Training and Employment have an operational skill centre to allow participants to practice within a safe environment prior to work placement.

Training will include a mix of theory and practical study.

All participants completing this aged care course must complete a minimum of 120 hours work placement to complete this qualification.

HITsa will arrange suitable work placement with one of our industry partners, once the participant has completed all training requirements.

Work placement will give the participant the opportunity to put training into practice in an employment setting, assisting the transition to employment.

Assessment will include a combination of theory and practical observation (skill centre and work placement).

All course materials including work placement uniform will be provided to the student and access to the internet will be required for self-paced and online activities.

Participants successfully completing all units of training and work placement will be issued with the nationally recognised qualification CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

Participants that do not complete the full qualification will be issued with an Academic Transcript.

Fees and Conditions

CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Course fee – $2200 (fee for service)

This course is funded by the State Government through the Subsidised Training List (eligibility criteria applies).

If eligible for subsidised training, a $200 student co-contribution is payable on enrolment (this is non-refundable should you decide to withdraw or not complete the qualification).

To check your eligibility – https://www.skills.sa.gov.au/subsidised-eligibility

To explore a range of subsidised training opportunities – http://www.skills.sa.gov.au/training-learning/find-a-training-course

All participants will be required to obtain a current National Police Clearance and DCSI screening (Aged Care and Vulnerable Person, Disability and Child Related) – https://dcsiscreening.sa.gov.au/*

Participants need to be aware that evidence of the following are requirements for successful employment within the sector

Current seasonal flu vaccination
Up to date COVID-19 vaccination

Participants will not be able to commence work placement without these documents and will not be able to successfully complete the qualification.

For all fees and conditions refer to our Policies and Procedures.

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CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Now taking registrations of interest for this course. Spaces strictly limited to 15 participants per course.

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CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Are you considering a career in the health sector as a support worker in aged care?

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will provide you with the qualification you need to work as an aged care worker.

Our aged care course is open for enrolment - register your interest now

Flexible study options available.

Government Funded Training

Blended Delivery combining online training with 28 days face to face training days and practical skills days (plus a minimum of 120 hours work placement)

This course is funded by the State Government through the Subsidised Training List (eligibility criteria applies). If eligible for subsidised training, a non-refundable $200 student co-contribution is payable on enrolment

Fee for Service available for those not eligible for Government funded training

General Information

CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)