CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability )

CRICOS CODE: 117008J

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

DURATION

52 Weeks (Includes 8 weeks term breaks)

Work placement

120 Hours

Delivery arrangement

Face to Face
or
Blended

Next start dates

15TH JAN 2025
29TH JAN 2025
19TH FEB 2025
9TH APR 2025
30TH APR 2025
14TH MAY 2025
28TH MAY 2025

frequently asked questions

COURSE STRUCTURE

Our course has been designed to meet the requirements for the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability). It contains 15 units of competency as follows:

  • 9 core units
  • 6 elective units
Unit Code Unit Title Core/Elective

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client careCore

HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and controlCore

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

Core
CHCLEG001Work legally and ethicallyCore

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

Core

CHCCCS040

Support independence and wellbeingCore
CHCCCS038Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving supportCore
CHCCCS041

Recognise healthy body systems

Core
CHCCCS031Provide individualised supportCore
CHCAGE013Work effectively in aged careElective
CHCDIS011Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approachElective
CHCDIS020Work effectively in disability supportElective
CHCAGE011Provide support to people living with dementiaElective
CHCPAL003Deliver care services using a palliative approachElective
CHCDIS012Support community participation and social inclusionElective

Pathways

Under mutual recognition, the Certificate qualification and Statement of Attainment awarded by AUIPT will be recognized by other RTOs Australia-wide. Upon successful completion of this course, students have a number of pathway options to study:

• An undergraduate degree at universities or higher education providers that are willing to accept your credentials and experience (subject to higher education providers course entry requirements).

POTENTIAL CAREER

Occupational titles suited to our choice of electives may include:

Senior Personal Care Assistant, Care assistant, Accommodation Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Community Access Coordinator, Community care worker, Community House Worker, Residential Care Worker, Food Services Deliverer, Transport Support Worker, In Home Respite Worker, Disability Service Officer, Care Worker, Client Assistant, School Support Officer (Disability), Family Support Worker, Care Service Employee, Planned activity assistant, Residential aide, Field Officer (Community Services), Nurse’s Aide, Home care assistant.

Applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:

  • Applicant must be over 18 years of age
  • Year 11 certificate or equivalent; OR
  • Holders of an AQF qualification level III and above OR
  • Applicants with no formal qualification and have experience within the industry may also be considered.

English proficiency:

  • Score of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; OR
  • Copy of any international English test results (e.g. PTE of Score 42); OR
  • Completing the AUIPTLC English Placement Test to achieve an IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English proficiency; OR
  • Proof that the student has successfully completed an English Language course with an Australian educational institution exiting at an Upper Intermediate level; OR
  • Any AQF qualification at the Certificate III level or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English; OR
  • Statement from an educational institution or similar evidence that confirms that English was the language of instruction if at least five years‘ studies completed in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or Republic of Ireland.

Please note: All students must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (LLN) during orientation. Students who do not complete an LLN during orientation will be required to complete one before the course commences to ensure the program's suitability and assist AUIPT in identifying any additional support needed during their study.