Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is your gateway to a career in the aged care industry. This entry-level qualification provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to kick-start a rewarding career helping Australia’s ageing population.
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 Sydney. 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 Sydney training venue!
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
$599.00 (pay just $100 deposit upfront)
Level 5, 169 Castlereagh St,
Sydney, NSW, 2000
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 Sydney Aged Care Course, or to request more further information, please get in contact with us.
In our Sydney aged care course, students learn everything needed to care for people requiring individualised support in the aged care industry.
During this certification, students gain valuable experience in creating a tailored care plan in line with their patients’ needs, recognise healthy body systems, understanding their legal and professional responsibilities, building relationships with clients, providing emotional support, 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 Sydney 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 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) 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 Sydney.
Skills Training College’s aged care program typically spans three weeks, with the exact duration influenced by a student’s skills and commitment to at-home theoretical study and work placements. The full-time classroom-based training runs for three weeks, from 9 am to 5 pm each day, consisting of a minimum of 15 sessions. The self-paced theoretical study takes approximately 30-60 hours, and students must complete at least 120 hours of supervised work placement in their own time.
Certainly. To work in aged care in Australia, a Certificate III in Individual Support, especially through the aged care elective stream, is essential. This ensures that students are well-equipped to work effectively in the aged care 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. A portion of the course is completed online, but the practical skills needed for aged care can only be acquired through hands-on training. There’s no online or distance learning available for aged care courses. Practical skills, such as infection prevention and control policies and assisting clients with medication, require hands-on training.
Emotionally, aged care work can be challenging. However, for those with compassion and motivation, the rewarding career outcomes compensate for the difficulties. Aged care workers, regardless of specialty, face direct client care in challenging situations. Specializations like palliative care or dementia care present unique challenges.
Finding work or volunteer opportunities depends on career goals. Online searches for aged care facilities, residences, or retirement villages offer avenues into community services. Practical placement locations may become future employers, and if struggling, trainers can provide guidance.
Yes, work placement is integral to a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing). A simulated workplace environment can’t substitute real workplaces in ensuring you’ve embodied the care outcomes of an aged care course.
For those wanting to expand beyond basic support, additional studies in disability care, manual handling, first aid, and obtaining a blue card for working with children are beneficial. While these complement a Certificate III, currently, Skills Training College does not offer Certificate IV courses in healthcare.
Yes. If already working with elderly individuals, course expenses can be tax-deductible for upskilling or maintaining positions. It’s advisable to consult with an accountant or tax specialist for accurate information.
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