CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a comprehensive program aimed at preparing students to provide personalized care and support to elderly individuals. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, students will learn to assist with daily activities, promote independence, and contribute to the well-being and quality of life of older people in various care settings.

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Delivery mode:
Distance / On Campus / Online / Workplace

Average duration:
12 months

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Work Placement

Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff. Students will attain real-world understandings of the expectations and skills required to work in this field to prepare you for the workforce.

Suitable For

This course is ideal for people who have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:

Critical Thinking

Evaluating the benefits and costs of different solutions for a problem.

Customer and Personal Service

Such as understanding customer needs, providing good quality service, and measuring customer satisfaction.

Psychology

You have a passion for the study of all aspects of behavior and mental processes.

Social Perceptiveness

Understanding why people react the way they do.

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title

Average Salary

Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Aged Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Community Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Disability Support Worker

$960 weekly pay

Home Care Assistance Worker

$960 weekly pay

Home Carer

$960 weekly pay

Personal Carer

$960 weekly pay

Residential Care Worker

$960 weekly pay

Trainee Support Worker

$960 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title

Average Salary

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

$1,250 weekly pay

Aboriginal Community Care Worker

$1,050 weekly pay

Aboriginal Health Worker

$1,050 weekly pay

Aged Care Manager

$1,350 weekly pay

Aged Care Nurse

$1,050 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Government Funding

The Australian government provides funding to help students who are completing the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33021. The type of funding you receive depends on the state that you live in. There are eligibility requirements for each type of funding.

Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

Course providers may offer flexible payment options for those who do not wish (or are unable) to pay their tuition fees outright. There is usually a discount for those who pay their tuition fees upfront.

Enquire with a course provider to find out more.