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.
After completion of CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may wish to undertake higher AQF level courses such as:
Students who complete this course may gain work as a:
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised 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
Assessment methods used for this qualification will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes including:
The following training equipment and materials are required for delivery of this program:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.
To apply for RPL, complete and return an RPL Application Form. Your application will then be assessed for suitability and you will be contacted by an assessor to progress the process.
Credit Transfer: Students may also be eligible for credit transfer for relevant units studied at an Australian Registered Training Organisation. Credits may lead to a reduction in course fees, and the outcome of your application will be advised in writing.
All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve
competency. This may include:
To apply for this course, you must complete an application form. This can be emailed or posted to you or downloaded from our website. Please ensure you also read the Domestic Student Handbook provided to you with this Course Outline prior to completing an application form.
Fees include all equipment and resources required for training and assessment.
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