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Certificate III in Individual Support
Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate III in Individual Support

  • ID:SCEI610006
  • Level:Certificate III
  • Duration:
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Fees (AUD)

Estimated Total/program:
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60
Accept letter
100
Visa
20
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1

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

To ensure this course is an appropriate learning opportunity, individuals would need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at the Certificate III level, this can be demonstrated via the following:

  • Successful completion of Year 11 or the equivalent level of study.
  • Must also be aged 18 or above.

English Requirements

  • Minimum English level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Individuals originating from assessment level 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS score can undertake SCEI’s English Proficiency Test. For information on student visa assessment levels, refer to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website (http://www.border.gov.au).

Other Requirements

  • Police Check
  • Aged Care Sector Screening Clearance

 

Course Information

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. 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 160 hours of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the unit of competency.

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Core Units

CHCCCS015

Provide individualised support

CHCCCS023

Support Independence and well being

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

HLTAAP001

Recognise healthy body systems

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

CHCAGE002

Implement falls prevention strategies

HLTAID003

Provide First Aid

CHCAGE001

Facilitate the empowerment of older people

CHCAGE005

Provide support to people living with dementia

CHCCCS011

Meet personal support needs

CHCCCS025

Support relationships with carers and families

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Pre Courses

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Pathway Courses

After achieving CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following course:

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
  • CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
  • HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Aged care worker

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurance: 530AUD/year

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