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This skill set is designed to provide both new and existing Community Services and Care/Support Workers with the knowledge and skills to provide care and wellbeing support to individuals in a community setting. You will gain the knowledge and skills to follow, safe work practices; follow and apply safe manual handling practices and infection control procedures; communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, management and other industry providers; and provide a first aid response to a casualty. The training focuses on support provided in a community setting.
To achieve a AF008 Community Support Skill Set, a total of three (3) units of competency must be completed.
Total of three (3) units must be completed from the following:
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
Students must complete 70 hours work placement.
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As the WA economy grows and diversifies, the demand for qualified workers also continues to grow. Jobs and Skills WA is a government initiative focused on providing guaranteed funded training for positions that are or will be in high demand in WA.
Classroom
3 Units
70 Hours
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There are no formal prerequisites for enrolling in this course. It is designed for both new and existing Community Services and Care/Support Workers.
Yes, the training includes practical components such as:
Support Workers in community services are responsible for helping clients with their daily self-care activities, including showering, toileting, dressing, and grooming. They also provide assistance with household chores like planning menus, cooking, mopping, vacuuming, ironing, and laundry.
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