CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support
CHC33015 – Certificate III in Individual Support
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.
These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. 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.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Total number of units = 15
9 core units
6 elective units, consisting of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Individual Support.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CORE:
- CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people.
- CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems
ELECTIVES
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- CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
- CHCDIS012 – Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS020 – Work effectively in disability support
- CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
- CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
This qualification includes 15 units of competency which comprises of 9 core and 6 elective units.
CORE:
- CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support
- HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
- CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
- CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
ELECTIVES
- CHCAGE007 – Recognise and report risks of falls
- CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
- CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach
- CHCCCS036 – Support relationships with career and family
- CHCCCS017- Provide loss and grief counselling
Study Commitment:
Students are required to complete a mimimium of 1 unit/month or as directed by your training plan. You will need to undertake 20-30 hours of training per month to complete both the theory and practical elements of the qualification. You must also complete at least 120 hours of relevent work.
Duration:
15 months
Potential career outcomes:
- Disability Support Worker
- Disability Service Officer
- Personal Care Assistant
- Family Support Worker
- In Home Respite Worker
Delivery Method:
Training is a blended mode including a mixed mode of face-to-face learning in virtual classrooms, self-directed online learning activities and student support sessions.
Assessment Methods
Written Assessments, Practical Assessments, Role Plays, Case Studies, Projects and Workpace Observations.
Requirements:
- 17 years+
- Completion of Language, Literacy & Numeracy test & Digital Literacy questionnaire (see over)
- Year 10 or equivalet or completed a Certificate II or higher level qualification
USI Number:
Valid USI number is required. Ask us if you require any assistance in creating it on your behalf or go to https://www.usi.gov.au
Other requirements (to work in Disability or Aged Care)
- Valid and current email address
- NDIS Check National Police Check
- Working with Children Check or
- Working with Vulnerable People Check
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