CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
(Release 2)
The Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is a nationally recognised qualification that equips you to design, implement, and evaluate leisure and health activities and programs for clients in residential facilities, community agencies, or day centres.
This qualification will provide you with the opportunity to work in a sector where there are genuine employment opportunities, as well as providing you with an opportunity to make a difference. Plus, when you study with Aged Care Training Services, you know you are receiving the best training from experienced, qualified trainers and assessors as well as the support you need to achieve your career goals.
If you are committed to the care and rights of elderly people, are physically fit, have empathy, discretion and a high level of professionalism, then consider taking the next step in your career by gaining this nationally recognised qualification.
- Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator
- Diversional Therapy Assistant
- Community Leisure Officer
- Disability Officer
- Recreation Activities Officer
- Leisure and therapy Assistant
Learning and assessment occurs in two distinct phases. The first phase includes facilitated classroom learning combined with online learning and theory-based assessment.
This is then followed by the practical placement phase where skills and knowledge are applied and practiced and work-based assessment occurs.
The below units have been selected in conjunction with industry consultation, to offer a full range of competencies that will assist to design, implement, and evaluate leisure and health activities and programs for clients who are elderly or have a disability.
Units are subject to change any time at the discretion of Aged Care Training Services.
CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLAH001 Work effectively in the leisure and health industries
CHCLAH002 Contribute to leisure and health programming
CHCLAH003 Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs
CHCLAH004 Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs
CHCLAH005 Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Below are a list of elective units that can be chosen as part of undertaking this course.
Elective Units Description
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being
CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
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Study Mode
Full time, including:
- 9 full day face-to-face workshops
- 16 hours of self paced learning per week
- Minimum of 120 hours placement or work experience
Duration
The course takes 6-12 months to complete depending on a person’s prior experience.
As part of your CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health course, there is a minimum of 120 hours of work placement required.
Placement is a great opportunity to put all your knowledge into practice, and experience what it is like to be a real carer. While you are on-the-job training you will be supervised and guided by experienced professionals who work at the facility and you will have scheduled visits from your trainer. This will give your trainer an opportunity to observe your competence to perform tasks at the standard required.
Aged Care Training Services will arrange Practical Placement for eligible individuals! We always aim to place individuals in a facility that is close and convenient for their individual needs. Please Note: Practical Placement positions are at the discretion of the facilities availability and criteria.
When individuals are attending any Facility for Practical Placement they must wear a student uniform at all times. Aged Care Training Services will supply you with a polo shirt and a name badge.
Aged Care Training Services will arrange your placement for you! We work with a number of excellent facilities in the Western Australia regional areas. When we are arranging placement for you we always try to get our students into the most convenient location to you. Students need to be available for shifts from Monday to Friday, 7am to 9pm. There is no weekend work required.
When individuals are attending any Aged Care Facility for Practical Placement they must wear a student uniform at all times. Aged Care Training Services will supply you with a polo shirt and a name badge.
Plain black pants or slacks. No denim, cargo pants or track suit pants. This is at your own cost.
Black enclosed comfortable footwear. Eg: similar to a school shoe or a nursing shoe. This is at your own cost.
There are no prerequisites to gain entry
into CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health .
PREREQUISITE: DESIRABLE
For entry into this course you will require adequate language, literacy and numeracy skills in English that allow you to read and interpret information, understand training, demonstrate leadership skills as well as provide and follow clear instructions, and prepare written assignments and documents for assessment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Students must obtain a police check / clearance
- Student must be 18 years of age
No need to be discouraged about this as the LLN is a great tool to allow us to identify any extra support you may require.
We deliver this course in Victoria, metro & regional areas.
Skills First provides an opportunity to access Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding to complete a nationally recognised qualification.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Funding. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Eligibility criteria applies.
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The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
This training is delivered with Commonwealth and Victorian Government funding. An eligibility criterion applies.
Deposit
- As this course is zero tuition fees, a deposit is not required.
Refund Policy
- Where our Registered Training Organisation ceases operation, a full refund will apply (including deposit).
- We will endeavour to complete the training and/or assessment once course has commenced, to the best of our ability. No refunds are generally provided for training that has already been delivered. If we cancel a course, a refund of all fees is paid to the student, unless satisfactory alternative arrangements can be made.
- If you withdraw prior to week 2 of your course, a full refund will be issued.
- You can also submit this in writing to info@agedcaretrainingservices.com.au. You must include your details along with the reason for withdrawal
A $250.00 application fees covers an initial assessment of RPL requirements. Further assessment (if applicable) will be charged at $60.00 per hour. Please note that approval from the individual will be sought prior to commencing any further RPL assessment.
We are an approved Registered Training Organisation. Our RTO # is 6127. http://training.gov.au/Organisation/Details/6127
Our legal name is Century Group Pty Ltd. We trade under the names of Arrow Training Services as well as Aged Care Training Services.
We are responsible for the quality of the training and assessment you receive and all compliance. We are also responsible for the issuance of the AQF certification documentation (Your qualification!) We are committed to delivering a training experience worth talking about! (in a good way of course)
If at any point time you are not satisfied with us, please feel free to Contact Us for assistance.
- Jobseekers
- Those looking for a career change
- Those working in the industry looking to move into the leisure environment
Whatever your reason for enrolling in this course, our qualified staff will ensure you are job ready to service the health and community sector.
If you are enthusiastic, caring and are committed to the care and rights of elderly people and people with a disability, this qualification is another valuable pathway in your Community & Health career, or your stepping stone to a meaningful new career.