This Certificate III in Individual Support is for those who want to work in the community or in a residential setting, following a customised plan to give person-centred assistance to individuals who may need it due to ageing, disability or other circumstances.
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.
Training delivery:
CLASSROOM BASED
Course cost:
fee free
nATIONALLY ACCREDITED
QUALIFICATION
GOVERNMENT FUNDING:
Available
Industry
EXPERIENCED TRAINERS
CONVENIENT
CAMPUS LOCATIONS
Career Insights
A Certificate III in Individual Support qualification can go a long way. Here’s what is possible:
Future Growth
Very Strong
Number of employed Aged and Disabled Carers grew by 21,000 over the last year.
IMPROVED WORK STATUS
70.7%
Percentage of graduates of this course who are employed or have continued with further study.
average Weekly PAY
$1,382
Average weekly full-time earnings for Aged and Disabled Carers.
The demand for skilled aged care workers is rapidly increasing. Over 74, 000 new jobs are expected for Aged and Disabled Carers by 2026! Study our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support and get job-ready skills and knowledge to work in the Individual Support industry.
Course Description
Training Delivery
The Certificate III in Individual Support course is predominantly classroom based. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: Industry Skills Training RTO ID 40486.
Students are provided with the following:
- Required course materials such as workbooks
- Access to computers and software during class
- Your student training plan
- A dedicated and qualified trainer
- Targeted assessment tools
Entry Requirements
There are no academic entry requirements for this qualification. Students are required to provide their Unique Student Identifier (USI) which we can assist with, photo identification and meet the language, literacy and numeracy requirements.
Upon Completion:
Upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Individual Support, you will receive a:
- Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript OR
- Statement of Attainment (if student is found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
Recommended Course Structure
A total of 15 units are required to complete the Certificate III in Individual Support; nine (9) core and six (6) elective units. Unit selection may vary dependent on delivery method and location. Call us today for more information.
Core Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Descrption |
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 privation and control |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct
client care
|
This qualification has a minimum work placement component of 120 hours | |
Elective Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Descrption |
CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care |
CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills
development using a strengthsbased
approach |
CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and
social inclusion |
CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health
issues |
HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
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