CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
(Please note that this qualification is superseded by CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support.)
Our CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support is the most up to date qualification available for individuals wanting work as a support working in an Ageing Environment.
Study the most up to date qualification in a supportive and caring environment. The trainers at Aged Care Training Services are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others particularly the elderly. This passion also extends to our students who have access to personalised support through their trainer which is a key component in developing the necessary skills required to deliver Individual Support.
Demand v Supply for Aged Care services is reported to require ongoing recruitment to meet the care demands and to continue with the current ratio of aged care workers to people aged 85 plus (McCrindle, Community Services & Health Industry Skills Council Source: ABS, McCrindle).
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support is a nationally recognised qualification and an industry endorsed program which has been created to provide training for people who are eager to gain employment as an aged care support worker.
The following employment opportunitiesmay be available following the successful completion of this course;
Please note completion of this course does not guarantee an employment outcome.
Learning and assessment occurs in two distinct phases. The first phase includes virtual classroom learning, self-paced learning and theory-based assessment. This is followed by the practical placement phase where skills and knowledge are applied and practiced and work-based assessment occurs. Relationships with practical placement partners are established and managed by Aged Care Training Services.
We have developed a variety of assessment tools and tasks, which help to gather evidence relevant to the units of competency. Examples of evidence may include written responses, practical demonstrations, case studies and workplace observations.
Phase 1
Phase 2
The Below units have been selected with industry consultation and provide a full range of competencies required when providing support to the aging. Units are subject to change at any time at Aged Care Training Services discretion.
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
CHCCCS023 Support independence & wellbeing
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
(Please note that practical placement is a mandatory component of the course completion and may be impacted by COVID or other infectious outbreaks. Rest assured we will inform you of any changes to your placement and work with you to complete your mandatory placement)
Duration
This course will be approximately 12 months in duration depending on depending on, prior experience, Credit Transfers and individual needs of the learners.
This course is delivered via a combination of-
We provide you with;
As part of your CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support course, there is 120 – 200 hours of practical placement depending on prior skills and knowledge.
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 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 or 9pm. There is no weekend work required.
When students are attending any Aged Care work placement they must wear a student uniform at all times. The uniform consists of the following:
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.
PREREQUISITE: ESSENTIAL
There are no prerequisites to gain entry into CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).
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
To ensure we meet your learning needs we will conduct an LLN before you enrol.
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
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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Full Fee Paying Students
If you are not eligible to access Skills First funding, you can still enrol with us as a full fee paying student. The course fee is specified above and paid to us through a payment plan spanning your enrolment. Payment instalments will not exceed $1,500.00. Please contact us to discuss your individual payment plan.
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
Statement of fees
Click here to view our full Statement of Fees.
All training is delivered by us! We do not have third parties delivering on our behalf.
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.
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 consider yourself to be dedicated and passionate about caring for others, want to understand ageing experiences and quality care then you should contact us today to enrol!
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support is a nationally recognised qualification and an industry endorsed program which has been created to provide training for people who are eager to gain employment as an aged care support worker.
Century Group Pty Ltd trading as Aged Care Training Services RTO 6127. This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. We encourage people with disabilities to apply. Completion of this course does not guarantee an employment outcome.