Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of support workers who perform specialised tasks and functions in aged care services—whether in residential, home, or community-based environments.
Workers take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisational guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation, and review of individualised service planning.
Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for organisational performance, as well as the quantity and quality of outputs from others within set parameters.
To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
There are no licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements for this qualification at the time of publication.
Course Information
| Duration | 80 weeks (65 weeks tuition, 15 weeks semester breaks) |
|---|---|
| Enrolment Age | 18 years or older |
| Start Dates | Provided on inquiry |
Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of Year 11 in Australia or equivalent
- Holders of an AQF qualification Level III and above
- Applicants with industry experience (without formal qualification) may also be considered
- Must be 18 years or older
Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) Requirements
| Core Skill | Required Level (Scale of 5) |
|---|---|
| Learning | 4 |
| Reading | 4 |
| Writing | 3 |
| Oral Communication | 3 |
| Numeracy | 4 |
Units of Study
| Core Units | |
|---|---|
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing |
| CHCAGE011 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE003 | Coordinate services for older people |
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
| CHCAGE004 | Implement interventions with older people at risk |
| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
Pathways After Completion
| Further Study | Career Outcomes |
|---|---|
| HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care | Aged Care Activity Worker |
| HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing | Care Service Team Leader |
| CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services | Personal Care Support Worker |
| CHC52121 Diploma of Community Development | Community Program Coordinator |
| CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health | Residential Care Worker |
| CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management | Support Worker (Community Services) |
| Care Supervisor | |
| Accommodation Support Worker | |
| Personal Care Giver | |
| Personal Care Assistant | |
| Residential Care Officer |
Course Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | $13,400 |
| Admin Fee | $350 (non-refundable) |
| Material Fee | $550 (Textbook & Learning Materials) |
No-interest monthly payment plans available