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Certificate III IN Individual Support

Do you have a caring and compassionate nature? Would you like to make a difference in a persons life?

For some people, managing daily routines can become challenging. It is amazing what a difference it can make to a person’s life to have someone lend a hand and a smile!

Certificate III in Individual Support can provide you with the skills and knowledge to work in either the Aged Care, Disability or Home and Community sector. If you are seeking a rewarding career path, or wanting to formalise your existing community work skills, contact us to see how we can assist you.

QUALIFICATION

This qualification addresses working within clearly defined organisational guidelines and service plans. Either in a residential facility under direct/regular supervision or in people’s homes without direct supervision.

These workers:

Carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities
Carry out activities related to an individualised plan

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Career opportunities associated with this qualification include:

Home Care Assistant
Personal Care Assistant
Residential Care worker
Community Support worker

FEES

See current fee schedule, please contact Limestone Coast Training on 08 8762 0016 for further information. All standard course materials are supplied.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no pre-requisites for this qualification.

COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this course students will be presented with a Nationally Recognised Certificate and Statement of Attainment.

DURATION

As a guide, this course may be completed within 12-18 months.

DELIVERY

We hold Face to Face Individual Support classes in Naracoorte and Mount Gambier. The training is delivered by locally based qualified trainers.

Classroom based in Naracoorte and Mt Gambier - Once per week 9am-4pm
Evening Classes in Mt Gambier - Once per week 6pm-9pm (Pre reading of learning material will be required)
Blended Study - This study mode provides more flexibility, where you can complete the online learning and theory at a time convenient for you. You can also complete simulated assessments at a mutually agreed time for yourself and the assessor. You will still have your trainers support, which is available via phone, email, or face to face by appointment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

DHS Working with Children Check, NDIS Work Check and National Police Check. Checks are determined by work placement host or employer. All checks are at your own cost.
Ability to perform a minimum of 120 hours of work placement (can include paid work in the Industry)
Capable of performing manual handling tasks
Physical assessment (at own cost)

PACKAGING RULES

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or (Disability) has a total of 15 units, 9 core and 6 electives.

Core Units

CHCCCS031 - Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038 - Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040 - Support independence and well being
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

Ageing specialisation elective units

CHCAGE011 - Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 - Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 - Deliver care services using a palliative approach

Disability specialisation elective units

CHCDIS011 - Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 - Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 - Work effectively in disability support

Other electives

HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
HLTHPS006 - Assist clients with medication
CHCCCS043 - Support positive mealtime experiences

For further information please visit www.training.gov.au

Certificate III Individual Support