If you’re inclined to work as a care assistant or a family support worker for the ageing, the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community) is a great course for you. This course is the first step in gaining the knowledge and practical experience to work in this rapidly growing industry. You will be given 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. The practical work placement aspect of this course will give you the hands-on experience that you need to step directly into your new role.
- Studying Online
- Payment Option
- Nationally Recognised
- Student Assistance Program
- Funding Available
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Learning Method Classroom / Work-based
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Duration Course duration depends on the delivery mode of the qualification and can be flexible depending on your learning needs
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RTO's This course is delivered Insight Training Group Australia Pty Ltd, RTO ID 32142
Course Requirements
Please note that CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community) is available in Perth and regional WA, as well as Queensland.
To acquire this certificate, you must complete a total of 13 units of competency (seven core units and six elective units).
Qualification Pathway
After achieving this qualification, students may undertake:
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Entry Requirements
It’s preferred that students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent. Students will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate prior to commencing work.
Student Selection Process
Insight Training’s student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.
Insight Training’s selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including;
- The students’ needs and desired outcomes
- The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course;
- Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package;
- Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)
Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.
After completing this course you can pursue a career as a:
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Care Assistant
- Care Service Employee
- Care Worker
- Client Assistant
- Community Access Coordinator
- Community Care Worker
- Community House Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Field Officer (Community Services)
- Food Services Deliverer
- Home Care Assistant
- In Home Respite Worker
- Nurse’s Aide
- Planned Activity Assistant
- Residential Aide
- Residential Care Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Transport Support Worker
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
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| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and wellbeing |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
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| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCHCS001 | Provide home and community support services |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid* |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE002 | Implement Falls Prevention Strategies |
*This unit is delivered and assessed by ABC First Aid (Vital Pulse), Insight Training code 3399 in QLD, NSW, ACT VIC and TAS.
As the WA economy continues to grow and diversify, 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.
To learn what qualifications Insight Training is delivering to eligible students at our multiple locations in WA visit following page.
| Jobs and Skills WA Funding Eligibility |
ACT Skilled Capital – for students residing in ACT
This qualification can be funded to eligible students through ACT Skilled Capital, a subsidised training program offered by the ACT Government. Skilled Capital funding is available through Insight Training Pty Ltd, RTO ID 32142
| ACT Skilled Capital Funding Eligibility |
Queensland Certificate 3 Guarantee – for students residing in Queensland
Funding for this qualification may be available through the Certificate 3 Guarantee, a subsidised training program offered by the QLD Government.