University Preparation College
Certificate III in Individual Support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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 personcentred 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.
Delivery mode
University Preparation College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Completed Year 12 or over. Students who have completed Year 10 and 11 can be considered if their academic records are outstanding.
English proficiency:
- IELTS score is 5.5 or equivalent or
- Passed UPC English Placement Test (Upper Intermediate or over) or
- Having studied a 2-year course at senior high school or Certificate III or above delivered in English or working in a related industry with English environment for 2 years or more
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support will prepare you for the following roles.
NDIS Worker
An NDIS Worker supports individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You might work in clients’ homes, comm...
Aged Care Worker
Aged Care Workers assist the elderly at aged care facilities or in their own home. They help their clients prepare meals, go shopping, collect medi...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care services to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people in their own homes. The focus of your job r...
Home Carer
A Home Carer provides support to people with additional needs in their own home. You might work with elderly people or people with a disability. Ho...
Personal Carer
Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...
Support Worker
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
About University Preparation College
University Preparation College (UPC) commits to sustainable & quality education and recognises education as a fundamental human right. We provide lifetime training for Australian and international students in English, Childcare, Accounting, Business, Leadership and Management under study environments which allow our students to learn smarter, learn better. UPC graduates either join the workforce or articulate to bachelor degrees at many Australian universities.
