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CHC33021 | 112373F

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)

Kick start your career in community services with this entry-level qualification, which will assist you in acquiring the necessary skill sets and knowledge needed to provide individual support in aged and disability care as well as home and community settings.

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Classroom-based training

TRAINING LOCATIONS

Brisbane | Gold Coast

TUITION FEES

Onshore: $8,000 | Offshore: $9,000

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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support 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. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to gain employment in ageing, or disability support services.

During this course, students will develop the skills and knowledge to work one-on-one with clients to maximise and maintain independence and well-being. Training and assessment will ensure learners are able to work legally and ethically with a diverse range of people within the scope of practice for a support worker. Applying a holistic care approach and working healthily and safely in a direct care environment are key focuses throughout training and assessment of the qualification

After the completion of this course, you will be ready to take on a variety of job roles within the industry like –

  • Support Worker
  • Nursing Assistant
  • Assistant in Nursing
  • Care worker
  • Aged Care Worker
  • Personal Care Giver
  • Disability Support Worker
  • Home Care Assistant

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support has a total duration of 52 weeks. This includes:

  • Compulsory orientation and course induction on the first Monday of every month.
  • 20 hours per week (inclusive of compulsory holiday breaks)

DP Training offers a class based mode of study including:

  • Classroom-based training
  • Written workbooks
  • Case study/simulated role play
  • Oral questioning/examination
  • CompulsoryVocational Placemnet (120 Hours)

DP Training Campus

  • Brisbane – 162 Abbotsford Road, Bowen Hills QLD 4006
  • Gold Coast –Level 3, Unit 7, 52 Davenport Street, Southport QLD 4215

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age at the time of application and must be 18 years of age at the commencement of the course. Students must also be able to obtain several security clearance checks.

We accept the following English tests and levels for entry into VET courses.

TestVET Requirements
IELTS Academic ModuleMinimum overall score of 5.5 with no individual band less than 5.0
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)Minimum overall score of 170
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic ModuleMinimum overall score of 42 with no less than 36 in Writing, Listening and speaking
TOEFL Internet Based Test (iBT)Minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21

Prospective students must complete in FULL an International Student Application Form, attaching ALL requisite supporting documentation, submitting via email to:  info@dptrainingconsultancy.com

 TuitionApplication Fee
(non-refundable)
Course
Material Fee
Total
Onshore$8,000$300$300$8,600
Offshore$9,000$300$300$9,600
Please find the complete course fee guide here.

DP training offers Flexible payment plans for international students. Contact us for details.

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) has 15 Units of Competency (9 core units, with 6 specialising in Ageing and Disability). These specialised units have been chosen to reflect the current needs of the industry. To receive an award for this qualification, students are required to complete all units listed above as competent and meet the requirements of at least 120 hours of vocational placement within a period of 52 weeks.

Unit CodeUnit Name
CHCCCS031Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
HLTINF006Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCAGE011Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020Work effectively in disability support
To receive an award for this qualification Students are required to complete all units listed above as competent and meet the requirements of at least 120 hours of vocational placement within a period of 52 weeks.

DP Training has industry partnerships with a number of highly regarded aged care, Disability, Community Service Providers to support students undertaking 120 hours of mandatory vocational placement. Students must demonstrate the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom and through practical simulations on the workplace.

To be eligible to undertake a vocational placement, you must be able to engage in all practical requirements of your course,  including all aspects of Manual Handling.You will need to complete several security checks and comply with any vaccination requirements. This may include, but is not limited to:

  • A National Police Check or Statutory Declaration 
  • Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 with a vaccine recognised by Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration
  • Have a current flu vaccination
  • NDIS workers screening check
  • Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

For a list of recognised COVID-19 vaccines, please see: https://www.tga.gov.au/products/covid-19/covid-19-vaccines/international-covid-19-vaccines-recognised-australia