CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Get your Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing) career started today. 

Embark on a rewarding career in aged care or disability support by pursuing the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) at Selmar Institute of Education.

This Certificate III in individual support (Ageing) emphasises practical skills and foundational knowledge, preparing you to excel as a support or care worker in diverse environments. You have the option to specialise in either aged care or disability support. With a blend of classroom instruction, e-learning, and practical work placements under the guidance of our skilled trainers, you’ll gain the ability to:
  • Deliver personalised support, both physically and socially
  • Ensure personal care is maintained
  • Identify healthy body systems
  • Engage effectively with diverse individuals
  • Operate safely, legally, and ethically in your role.

Gain the skills and knowledge you require to start a career in the rewarding aged care sector by commencing your Certificate III in individual support training (Ageing) with Selmar! Call us on 1300 223 040 to find out more about Selmar’s aged care training.

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Course codeNationally Recognised Training NRT Logo
CHC33021

Qualification
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Delivery mode
Workplace, 
Distance (VIC only),
Virtual classroom (VIC only),
School-Based Traineeship (VIC only)

Study mode
Online

Course duration
8-12 months

Nationally recognised
Yes

Practical placement hours
Minimum of 120 hours in a residential aged care facility that we can help you organise.

For workplace learners, practical placement hours can be scheduled during usual working hours.

Government funding & fees
VICNSW

Payment Methods
Direct Debit, Credit Card, Pay-as-you-go (Catalyst plus)

I cannot explain how valuable and appreciated it is to have such prompt and constructive feedback from my trainer Natasha. She is always readily available to provide support. I attribute a large part of my success so far, to the marvellous support and mentoring I am receiving.
— Caroline Black

 

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Course units

To obtain the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), candidates must complete a total of 15 units, consisting of 9 core units and 6 elective units, covering skills and knowledge that include:

Core units

CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing ** 120 hours
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

Elective units

CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCCCS033 Identify and report abuse
CHCAGE007 Recognise and report risk of falls
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS043 Support positive mealtime experiences

Course Entry Requirements

To qualify for this individual support certificate and course, students must meet the following requirements:

  • To commence this program, your Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills must meet the required standards for ACSF LEVEL 2
  • You need to provide a current national Police Check (Police Check in VIC or Police Check in NSW depending on where you are commencing your course) or you must provide evidence that you have applied for a police check in your respective state as soon as possible.
  • Evidence of flu vaccination is required to undertake practical placement in an aged care setting
  • Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination may be required to undertake your practical placement. For more information, check with your workplace and/or state health department website.

Career Outcomes

Possible career pathways you may like to consider upon completion:

  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Community Access Coordinator
  • Community Care Worker
  • Community House Worker
  • Field Officer (Community Services)
  • Nurse’s Aide Home care assistant

 

Course Delivery

Distance training (VIC only)

9 months – Blended (online + 8 weeks practical placement)

For those not currently working in a community service organisation, you can study around your life commitments with a practical placement that we can help organise. Your dedicated trainer will provide feedback, guidance and support via email, skype and phone as well as arrange regular placement visits to complete observations and provide coaching.

Delivery details: Learners will complete 5 modules of online theory, a Simulation Day and 2 x 60 hr placement blocks over a 9-month period. Each module will be delivered through via online learning and will have eLearing content and theory assessment, including access to a virtual workplace to complete case studies and scenario-based projects. 

  • Simulation day: Learners will need to complete a 7 hour simulation day at our Southbank location prior to placement.
  • Practical placement: Minimum of 120 hours (2 blocks of 60 hrs) in a residential aged care facility that we can help you organise. Learners will need to complete two days per week over two four-week periods (placement block 1 and placement block 2). These will be two 7.5 hour days (excluding lunch break).

 

Virtual classroom (VIC only)

8 months – Weekday classes (2 days p/w): (15 weeks online classes + 15 weeks practical placement)

For those not currently working in a community service organisation, you can study via our supported virtual classroom study mode. Your dedicated trainer will provide feedback, guidance and support via email, skype and phone as well as arrange regular placement visits to complete observations and provide coaching.

Delivery details: Learners will complete 5 modules of online theory via a virtual classroom environment and then go onto complete a 7 hour simulation day at our Southbank location followed by a 120 hour practical placement.

  • Simulation day: Learners will need to complete a 7 hour simulation day at our Southbank location prior to placement.
  • Practical placement: Minimum of 120 hours in a residential aged care facility that we can help you organise. Learners will need to complete two days per week over a 15-week period for their placement block. These will be two 7.5 hour days (excluding lunch break).

Workplace Training

9 months – Blended (online + 8 weeks practical placement)

Our workplace delivery mode is designed for anyone who is currently employed in a community services organisation. Your dedicated trainer will arrange regular face-to-face visits to your workplace to complete observations, engage you in simulated assessment and provide feedback, guidance and support. They will also be available by phone, video call and email. Read more

  •    Regular workplace visits — all training comes to you
  •    One-on-one training
  •    Marking is done on-site and feedback is given on the spot
  •    Flexible assessment methods
  •    Employer incentives available to support eligible learners

Delivery details: Learners will complete 5 modules of online theory over a 9-month period. For workplace learners, a minimum of 120 practical hours scheduled over 8 weeks can be scheduled during usual working hours.

  • Practical placement: Minimum of 120 hours (2 blocks of 60 hrs) in a residential aged care facility that we can help you organise. Learners will need to complete two days per week over two four-week periods (placement block 1 and placement block 2). These will be two 7.5 hour days (excluding lunch break).

 

School Based Traineeship (VIC only)

12 months – Blended (online + 16 weeks practical placement)

This delivery mode is for school based trainees already working in a residential aged care facility. Your dedicated trainer will arrange regular face-to-face visits to your workplace to complete observations, engage you in simulated assessment and provide feedback, guidance and support. They will also be available by phone, video call and email.

Delivery details: Learners will complete 5 modules of online theory over a 12 month period. For school-based traineeship learners, a minimum of 120 practical hours scheduled over 16 weeks can be scheduled during usual working hours.

  • Practical placement: Minimum of 120 hours (2 blocks of 60 hrs) in a residential aged care facility that we can help you organise. Learners will need to complete one day per week over two eight-week periods (placement block 1 and placement block 2). This will be a 7.5 hour day (excluding lunch break).

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