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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) (CRICOS 115360J)

This course has been especially designed for International students wishing to package with one of our popular Health Sector Diplomas – Community Services. It offers carefully selected units to assist in gaining part-time employment at either an aged care facility or with a NDIS Disability Provider, while undertaking your studies at GeSS Education. Secure your spot in this sought after 2 ½ year Certificate/Diploma program.

WE guarantee your work placement YOU guarantee to attend valuable reality training at our campus to ensure you are “work ready” for work placement.

If you have a caring nature and believe that everyone deserves to receive high quality care and services and to always be treated with respect and dignity; no matter what their situation THEN this will be a rewarding career choice for you.

Units of Competency:

• CHCCCS031: Provide individualised support
• CHCCCS038: Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
• CHCCCS040: Support independence and wellbeing
• 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
• CHCCCS041: Recognise healthy body systems
• HLTWHS002: Follow safe work practices for direct client care
• CHCAGE013: Work effectively in aged care
• CHCPAL003: Deliver care services using a palliative approach
• CHCAGE011: Provide support to people living with dementia
• CHCDIS011: Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
• CHCDIS012: Support community participation and social inclusion
• CHCDIS020: Work effectively in disability support

Entry Requirements:

• Basic computer skills
• 120 hours of work placement is mandatory for this course and is undertaken upon 75% completion of course. Placement will be organised for the student. The following is required for work placement:
- maintenance of full COVID-19 vaccinations
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Completion of a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and application for a Blue Card (working with children check). Your current AFP documentation (police check) must be no older than 3 months prior to the start of study.• Students are interviewed during enrolment sessions to ensure suitability for this career choice.
• English level: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Course Duration:

Up to 52 weeks – classroom based
Up to 52 weeks – Online based including virtual classes

Course Fees:

Please see Price Lists in the bottom footer under ‘Quick Links’.

*Package the Certificate III in Individual Support with the Diploma of Community Services to receive a packaged price offer. Enquire for more information.

Start Dates:

Monthly intakes

Workplace requirements:

Blue Card, Current Police Check, First Aid Certificate, and Proof of Vaccinations may be required – additional costs apply.

Possible Career Outcomes:

Aged Care Worker

Home Care Worker

NDIS support worker

Your pathway to further advanced study

This course is a great pathway opportunity for any student wishing to academically prepare for a higher-level qualification such as a Diploma while gaining the practical skills to gain employment.

GeSS Education in affiliation with our key RTO partner:

This qualification will be delivered by GeSS Education on behalf of our partner RTO, CBC Institute (Provider code 0095), under a third-party arrangement. CBC Institute will issue your qualification upon successful completion of your course. Please see Terms & Conditions within Student Handbook for further details.

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