CRICOS Course Code: 114212G
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community-based environments. Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery.
Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organisation and the quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters.
To achieve this qualification, students must complete at least 120 hours of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Note: No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements:
- Completion of Year 11 in Australia or equivalent overseas
OR Holders of an AQF Level III qualification or above
OR Applicants with relevant industry experience and no formal qualification
Must be 18 years or older
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
Students must complete an LLN assessment prior to enrolment. Expected ACSF levels for this course are:
- Learning – Level 4
- Reading – Level 4
- Writing – Level 3
- Oral Communication – Level 3
- Numeracy – Level 4
Study Information
Duration: 80 weeks (65 weeks tuition + 15 weeks holiday breaks)
Start Dates: Provided upon enquiry
Enrolment Age: 18+ years
Pathways & Career Opportunities
After completing this qualification, students may progress to:
- HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care
- HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
- CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
- CHC52121 Diploma of Community Development
- CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
Job opportunities include roles within:
- Residential aged care
- Home care
- Community care
- Supported accommodation
Potential job titles:
- Aged Care Activity Worker
- Care Service Team Leader
- Personal Care Support Worker
- Community Program Coordinator
- Residential Care Worker
- Support Worker (Community Services)
- Care Supervisor
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Personal Care Giver
- Personal Care Assistant
- Residential Care Officer
Units Delivered During Training
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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Course Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (onshore) | $14,500 |
| Tuition Fee (offshore) | $15,200 |
| Admin Fee | $350 (non-refundable) |
| Material Fee | $550 (Textbook & learning materials) |
Payment Options: Monthly no-interest payment plans available