CHC33021 Certificate III in individual Support
(Ageing and Disability)
CRICOS Course Code 112380G
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. 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.
Assessment Methods
Assessments will be conducted in a variety of formats which can include written questions and answers, projects, simulations, demonstrations, and work placements.
Entry Requirements
- · Be at least 18 years of age.
- · Have completed study of Year 12 or equivalent.
- · Proof of English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Work placement Requirements
- · Full vaccination record as per the guidelines of NSW Health for students going into placement in hospital or aged care facilities.
- · A Police Check
- · Additional evidence that work placement providers may require
Study Pathways
· CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
· CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
Course Structure
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed. There are 15 units of competency in total, which include 9 core units and 6 elective units.
CHCCCS031 – Provide individualized 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
CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 – Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 – Work effectively in disability support
Key Facts
Course Duration
Total of 52 weeks
Work Placement: 120 hours
Study: 40 weeks
Break: 12 weeks
Study Load
Full-time
20 hours per week/4 terms
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face
Job Outcomes
• Support Worker
• Community care worker
• Disability Service Officer
• Senior Personal Care Assistant
Credit Transfer
Linx Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework by Registered Training Organisations.
