CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing & Disability

CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing & Disability


The Certificate III in Individual Support prepares you to care for Australian seniors effectively in residential facilities and their homes, making real change in their lives. 

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and / or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centered support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

We actively tailor training for people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and encourage all to apply.

Course Highlights

What’s in Stirling Institute of Australia’s Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) course?

  • An organised industry work placement (minimum of 120hrs)

  • Ability to apply your skills in our practical training environment

Entry Requirements

To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at Certificate III level, this can be demonstrated via the following:

  • Pre-training review to ensure student has the appropriate level of Language Literacy and Numeracy to achieve the competencies. Where a test result is supplied, it must be within the last 12 months.

  • Basic computer skills.

Additional Requirements

  1. A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) will be required for all practical placements.

  2. Immunization certificate may be requested by the host employer.

+ Course Fees

View our current fees & charges here

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

+ Delivery

This course is delivered face to face in a classroom environment with a combination of theory and practical activities.

Estimated duration of 35 tuition weeks allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

120 hours work placement in a suitable workplace e.g. aged care, home and community or community service organisation.

+ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer.

+ Locations

This qualification is available in the following regions:

  • Fawkner
  • Echuca

Please contact us on 1300 790 265 or email us at info@sia.edu.au for intake dates.

Units of Competency

  • HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems

  • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

  • CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services

  • CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support

  • CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs

  • CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being

  • CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people

  • CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia

  • CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

  • CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

  • CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion

  • CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

  • HLTAID003 Provide first aid


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