Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) provides an entry-level qualification allowing anyone to start a brand new career in the aged care industry.
This course provides students with the vital information and practical skills required to care for people who require support to be tailored to their needs due to age, disability, or chronic disease, among other reasons.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers everything from tailored care plans to understanding legal responsibilities, ensuring you’re well-prepared for your career in aged care in Launceston. You’ll also receive the nationally recognised HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication as part of your certification as well as HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely certification (valued at $145) at no extra cost!
Don’t let this opportunity pass by. Enrol online now to kickstart your career in aged care services at our Launceston training venue!
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
$599.00 (pay just $100 deposit upfront)
50 Glen Dhu St,
South Launceston, TAS, 7249
9 Core & 6 Specialised Elective Units
Self-Paced Online Learning
Min. 5 x In-Person Workshops
120 Hours Work Placement
3 - 12 Months
Begin training as soon as you enrol
There’s nothing more rewarding than being able to provide support to someone in need. Become someone’s hero today.
To express your interest in our Launceston Aged Care Course, or to request more further information, please get in contact with us.
In our Launceston aged care course, students learn everything needed to care for people requiring individualised support in the aged care industry.
Students gain valuable experience in creating a tailored care plan in line with their patient’s needs, recognising healthy body systems, understanding their legal and professional responsibilities, building relationships with clients, infection control policies, the need to report risk and abuse in the workplace, and more.
| Core Units | |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support | CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people |
| CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically |
| CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing | HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems | HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services | |
| Elective Units | Specialised Aged Care Units |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS017 – Provide Loss & Grief Support | CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCCCS033 – Identify & Report Abuse | CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| HLTHPS006 – Assist Clients with Medication | CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care |
| FREE – HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely (Statement of Attainment) | |
Getting started in our Launceston Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is easy!
There are no previous academic or work experience requirements to enrol. However, there are some minimum eligibility requirements all students have to meet including:
Students must be at least 16 years old. Students under the age of 18 must submit a signed Parental Consent Form before starting their course.
Students must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection in order to complete any online components of your course.
Students must possess basic proficiency in written and verbal English.
Students must possess basic physical fitness to perform manual tasks such as moving patients.
In addition to your regular classes, you’ll be required to attend at least five in-person, practical sessions including your HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely course.
These sessions are designed to give you crucial hands-on experience that builds your practical knowledge and skills to effectively work in the aged care industry.
We’re all about giving you the flexibility to tailor your learning to your lifestyle. After enrolment, you’ll be able to select your practical sessions to fit around your schedule.
To complete your Aged Care course you must complete 120 hours of vocational placement in a relevant industry workplace.
Before commencing work placement you must meet all the following requirements.
All costs associated with these requirements are the student’s responsibility.
Please note: requirements for work placement can vary in certain jurisdictions. Consult with our education team for more details prior to commencing your placement.
Domestic Students can enrol in Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) for $599.
Students are required to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit on enrolment with the balance of the course due at a later date.
Using our convenient, secure online booking platform you can pay for your course today using any Mastercard or Visa credit or debit card.
Get in touch with our specialist enrollment team to learn more about Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) in Launceston.
Skills Training College’s Aged Care Course Launceston program typically spans at least three weeks. The duration depends on a student’s skill level and commitment to completing theoretical study and work placements at home.
Classroom-based training comprises a minimum of 15 sessions over three weeks, full-time from 9 am to 5 pm. The self-paced, theoretical knowledge study takes about 30-60 hours. Additionally, students must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work placement in their own time.
Absolutely, a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) Launceston is essential for working in aged care in Australia. Students need to complete the course with a focus on aged care to be effective in the industry.
While providing personal care to a family member is possible without certification, it’s not recommended. Without completing the course, caregivers may lack a full understanding of requirements, safe work practices, and legal responsibilities.
No. While a portion of this course must be completed online in students’ own time, skills for working in aged care are acquired through practical training. Thus, there is no online or distance learning available for Aged Care Courses Launceston.
Emotionally, aged care work in Launceston can be challenging yet deeply rewarding for compassionate individuals. Workers face difficult situations, providing direct client care, supporting those in palliative care, aiding individuals with dementia, and reporting abuse.
Finding opportunities in Aged Care Launceston depends on career goals. Online searches reveal positions in residences, hospices, retirement villages, and other facilities. Locations like these often have volunteers in high demand, providing an easy first step into aged care work in Launceston.
The facility where you perform your practical placement may allow you to stay on as a volunteer and could be a potential future employer. If you’re struggling to find aged care work in Launceston or a location for your work placement’s hours, your trainer may assist you.
Yes, work placement is integral to a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) Launceston. A simulated workplace environment can’t substitute real workplaces in ensuring you’ve embodied the care outcomes of an aged care course.
To expand career options, consider further study in disability care, manual handling, first aid, and obtaining a blue card for working with children. While there are Certificate IV opportunities in Launceston, Skills Training College currently doesn’t offer any in healthcare.
Yes, if you already work with elderly people and consider the course as upskilling or maintaining your position, the expenses can be tax-deductible. Consult with an accountant or tax specialist for accurate information.
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