Certificate III in Individual Support
Course Overview
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 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Course Structure
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. There are 13 units of competency in total, which include 7 core units and 6 elective units.
7 CORE UNITS
- CHCCCS015 Provide individualized support
- CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
- 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
6 ELECTIVE UNITS
- CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
- CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
- CHCHCS001 Provide home and community support services
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
- HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Be at least 18 years of age. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Have completed study of Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Proof of English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent |
Pathway
- COMMUNITY SERVICES & AGED CARE PACKAGE 1
- COMMUNITY SERVICES & AGED CARE PACKAGE 2
Career Opportunities
Aged care worker
Aged care support worker
Care assistant
Internship or Work Placement
Work Placement: 120 hours