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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Booroongen Djugun College
RTO ID: 6673
About this Course
This qualification is designed to provide you with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in your role as a Care Worker for elderly individuals and those with disabilities, whether you work in a residential environment or within the community. The course includes a Work Placement component that guarantees you will gain hands-on experience and develop confidence in delivering exceptional care to aging and disabled individuals. By completing this course you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and difference in the lives of others.
Disclaimer: We do not guarantee successful completion or employment outcomes, as these are beyond Booroongen Djugun Limited's control.
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Nationally recognised qualification
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12 Month course
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120 hours workplacement
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payment plans available
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Government funding for eligible students
Key Information
Course Delivery Options
1. Face to Face
What you will learn
Completing this qualification, you will develop your skills as a professional aged care and disability support worker. The units will equip you with the knowledge and competencies required to excel in your role, with an emphasis on compassion and ethics. During work placement, you will have the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world settings over 120 hours of the required placement.
You will:
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Assist residents & clients with their personal care and domestic duties to contribute to their health and well-being.
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Contribute to residents & clients' social and emotional well-being and health, in a caring and nurturing environment.
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Learn manual handling techniques to assist residents and clients with their mobility and transfers following WHS guidelines.
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Support clients with the NDIS system and how to gain access to the supports they need.
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Empower clients and resident's independence with their ability to achieve their goals
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Create a supportive network for those in your care by developing supportive and meaningful relationships with carers and families
By enrolling in this course, you will be well-prepared to deliver compassionate, culturally safe care to individuals in both the aged care and disability sectors, by providing comprehensive support in a wide range of areas.
Course Duration
This course is structured to be completed within an approximate 12 month timeframe
Times will vary with each student, be sure to enquire about credit transfers, RPL or personal requirements
Cost
Full Fee: $8,625.00
Please note: this course may be fee free or available at at reduced cost.
For more information:
NSW Smart and Skilled funding eligibility
Payment Options
There are 15 units to complete for this qualification, at a cost of $575.00 per unit. This payment is due before commencement of each unit of competency.
If, for any reason, you are unable to complete the course no further cost is payable.
More Information
Total Number of Units: 15
9 Core Units Include:
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 prevention and control
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
6 Electives Include:
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
AGEING specialisation
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
DISABILITY specialisation
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation in either Ageing, Disability or Ageing and Disability
More information:CHC33021 Packaging Rules
