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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support ...
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support | CRICOS CODE 113475C

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support | CRICOS CODE 113475C

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) | CRICOS CODE 113475C

(Ageing, Disability)

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) prepares you to care for Australian seniors and people with a range of disabilities. This care can take place in residential facilities and in client homes, enabling you to make a 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-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing or disability.

Duration

Estimated duration of 52 weeks (40 tuition weeks) allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

Further Study Pathways

After achieving CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following course:

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

  • CHC43321 Certificate IV in Disability

Entry Requirements

To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at a 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.

  • IELTS test with an average score of 6.0 (with each individual band no less than 5.5) or equivalent. 

  • Basic computer skills.

  • You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident or citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration

  • Immunisation certificate including fully vaccinated against COVID by a TGA approved

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Personal Care Assistant

  • Nursing Support Assistant

  • Disability Support Assistant

  • Ageing Support Assistant

  • Home Care Worker

Assessment

Assessment is both formative and summative and will include a combination of interactive class activities, questioning, role plays, case studies, research projects and industry work placement.

During placement hours, students will be supervised by professional staff and placement assessments will be facilitated by Stirling trainers and assessors.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

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

+ Mode of Study

  • 40 tuition weeks plus breaks (minimum 6 weeks to a maximum of 12 weeks
  • 20 hours delivery per week
  • 120 hours of vocational placement in a suitable workplace. Vocational placement will only be organised using Approved Aged Care and Disability Suppport provider.

+ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer. For additional information, please refer to policy PP05 RPL and CT which is available on our website - https://sia.edu.au/forms-policy-handbooks.

+ Locations

99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank 3006. Melbourne Australia

Units of Competency

  1. CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support (Core)

  2. CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (Core)

  3. CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing (Core)

  4. CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems (Core)

  5. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services (Core)

  6. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)

  7. CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically (Core)

  8. HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (Core)

  9. HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)

  10. CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia (Elective)

  11. CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care (Elective)

  12. CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Elective)

  13. CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (Elective)

  14. CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion (Elective)

  15. CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support (Elective)

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RTO TOID 21132 | CRICOS Provider Code 03797M

CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health | CRICOS CODE 102689B

CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health | CRICOS CODE 102689B

The nationally accredited Diploma in Mental Health will equip you to become a leader in the industry.

You will help people with mental health issues find solutions, and implement your skills in a real work environment.

Be in-demand and make a profound difference to those experiencing mental illness.

Duration

Estimated duration of 68 tuition weeks including holidays periods allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

Further Study Pathways

After achieving CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following course: Bachelor Of Community Mental Health, Alcohol And Other Drugs

Entry Requirements

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

  • Minimum of IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score less than 5.5 or equivalent

  • 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

  • You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident or citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration

  • A satisfactory Working with Childrens Check

  • Immunisation records may be requested in order to start vocational placement. 

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Community rehabilitation and support worker

  • Mental health outreach worker

  • Mental health worker

  • Welfare coordinator

Assessment

Training with SIA is practical and engaging and will involve projects, simulations, research, case studies and direct observations of practical skills. To successfully pass the course, students will need to be deemed satisfactory in all required assessments. During placement hours, students will be supervised by professional staff and placement assessments will be facilitated by Stirling trainers and assessors.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

+ Delivery

This course is delivered face to face in a classroom environment with a combination of interactive workshops and opportunities to participate in practical application of skills and knowledge through, practical industry based simulated training activities and workplace participation.

  • Estimated duration of 68 tuition weeks including holidays periods and work placement allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

  • 160 hours work placement in a suitable workplace

+ RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) AND CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer. For additional information, please refer to policy PP05 RPL and CT which is available on our website - (https://sia.edu.au/forms-policy-handbooks-international)

+ Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank

Duration is 68 weeks (including holidays) allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit. 160 hours work placement in a suitable workplace.

Units of Competency

  1. HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety (Core)

  2. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)

  3. CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (Core)

  4. CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice (Core)

  5. CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)

  6. CHCMGT001 Develop, implement and review quality framework (Elective)

  7. CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services (Core)

  8. CHCMGT002 Manage partnership agreements with services providers (Elective)

  9. CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case requirements (Elective)

  10. CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues (Elective)

  11. CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues (Core)

  12. CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs (Core)

  13. CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services (Core)

  14. CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care (Core)

  15. CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services (Core)

  16. CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing (Core)

  17. CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives (Core)

  18. CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships (Core)

  19. CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity (Core)

  20. CHCDFV006 Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence (Elective)

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care | CRICOS CODE 108680G

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care | CRICOS CODE 108680G

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is for those who are interested in working in the early childhood services sector, or who are already working in the field and are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services. At this level, workers have responsibility for the supervision of staff and volunteers.

Duration

Estimated duration of 52 weeks allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

Further Study Pathways

After achieving CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood, students may continue their studies by enrolling in either of the following courses: Bachelor or Early Childhood Education (Early Years) OR Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching (Birth to Five Years).

Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:

  • Hold a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or

  • CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

  • A valid visa

  • Minimum of IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score less than 5.5 or equivalent (for all equivalent recognised testing, please refer to PP03 Enrolment Policy and Procedure available on the SIA website)

To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at Diploma 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

  • You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident or citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration

  • A satisfactory Working with Children’s Check

  • Immunisation records may be requested in order to start vocational placement. 

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Early childhood educator

  • Family day care coordinator

  • Room leader within an early childhood education & care setting

  • Nanny

  • Centre based manager

Assessment

Training with SIA is practical and engaging and will involve projects, simulations, research, case studies and direct observations of practical skills. To successfully pass the course, students will need to be deemed satisfactory in all required assessments. During placement hours, students will be supervised by professional staff and placement assessments will be facilitated by Stirling trainers and assessors.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

+ RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) AND CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer. For additional information, please refer to policy PP05 RPL and CT which is available on our website - (https://sia.edu.au/forms-policy-handbooks-international)

+ Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank (face-to-face)

  • 20 hours delivery per week
  • Duration is 52 weeks (40 tuition weeks plus breaks up to 12 weeks)
  • 280 hours work placement in a suitable workplace. Vocational placement will only be organised using Approved Registered Education and Care Service Providers.

Units of Competency

  1. CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)

  2. CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families (Core)

  3. CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children (Core)

  4. CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning (Core)

  5. CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity (Elective)

  6. CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing (Core)

  7. CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children (Core)

  8. CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum (Core)

  9. BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness (Core)

  10. CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children (Core)

  11. CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children (Core)

  12. CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations (Core)

  13. CHCINM002 Meet community information needs (Elective)

  14. CHCECE053 Respond to grievances and complaints about the service (Elective)

  15. CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service (Core)

CHC30121 Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care | CRICOS CODE 108679M

CHC30121 Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care | CRICOS CODE 108679M

If you are passionate about the development of young children and want to learn more about providing quality education and care in a range of environments, this course is for you.

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care can provide entry level job opportunities in home, childcare centre, or schoold-based environments, but many students go on to study higher level courses while employed within the field.

Duration

Estimated duration of 34 to 38 tuition weeks allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit. (depending on start date and the leave breaks that apply)

Further Study Pathways

After achieving CHC30121 Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following course:

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Entry Requirements

To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at a 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.

  • IELTS test with an average score of 6.0 (with each individual band no less than 5.5) or equivalent. 

  • Basic computer skills.

  • You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident of citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration.

  • A satisfactory Working with Children Check

  • Immunisation records may be requested in order to start vocational placement. 

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Family day care carer

  • Early childhood educator

  • Kindergarten assistant

  • Nanny

Assessment

Training with SIA is practical and engaging and will involve projects, simulations, research, case studies and direct observations of practical skills. To successfully pass the course, students will need to be deemed satisfactory in all required assessments. During placement hours, students will be supervised by professional staff and placement assessments will be facilitated by Stirling trainers and assessors.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

+ Delivery

This course is delivered face to face in a classroom environment with a combination of interactive workshops and opportunities to participate in practical application of skills and knowledge through, practical industry based simulated training activities and workplace participation.

  • 20 hours face-to-face delivery per week

+ RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) AND CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer. For additional information, please refer to policy PP05 RPL and CT which is available on our website - (https://sia.edu.au/forms-policy-handbooks-international)

+ Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank (face-to-face)

  • 40 tuition weeks plus breaks (minimum 6 weeks to a maximum of 12 weeks
  • 20 hours face-to-face delivery per week
  • 160 hours of vocational placement in a suitable workplace. Vocational placement will only be organised using Approved Registered Education and Care Service Providers.

Units of Competency

  1. HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety (Core)

  2. CHCECE031 Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing (Core)

  3. CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (Core)

  4. CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice (Core)

  5. CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care (Core)

  6. HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (Core)

  7. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Elective)

  8. CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity (Core)

  9. CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures (Core)

  10. CHCECE032 Provide care for babies and toddlers (Core)

  11. CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children (Core)

  12. CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children (Core)

  13. CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning (Core)

  14. CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment (Core)

  15. CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice (Core)

  16. CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Elective)

  17. CHCECE056 Work effectively in children’s education and care (Core)

CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) CRICOS CODE 116382F

CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) CRICOS CODE 116382F

This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.

Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals.

Course Highlights

As part of this course, you will take part in the following activities:

  • An organised industry work placement (minimum 200 hours)

  • Participate in practical activities in our simulated training environment

Entry Requirements

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

  • Minimum of IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score less than 5.5 or equivalent

  • Over 18 years of age at the commencement of the course.

  • Pre-training review to assess individual needs and demonstrate adequate ACSF levels for this qualification

  • Basic computer skills.

Additional Requirements

  • To gain this qualification, successful completion of a practical placement is required

  • To participate in the placement, students are required to produce a satisfactory Victoria Police Records Check and Working with Children Check.

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities may be available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Case Management worker

  • Community Services Intake worker 

  • Social Housing worker

Practical Placement Hours

All students will be required to complete a minimum of 200 hours work placement in an approved workplace in the community services sector.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank

  • 20 hours per week (2 full days and 1 half day)

Duration

Duration is 52 weeks (including holidays) allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit. 200 hours work placement in a suitable workplace e.g. community service organisation.

Units of Competency

  1. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)

  2. CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (Core)

  3. CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance (Core)

  4. CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues (Group E – General Elective)

  5. CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context  (Other Elective)

  6. CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence (Core)

  7. CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs (Core)

  8. CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes (Core)

  9. CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)

  10. CHCCSM014 Provide case management supervision (Group A -Case Management)

  11. CHCCSM015 Undertake case management in a child protection framework (Group A -Case Management)

  12. CHCCSM012 Coordinate complex case requirements (Group A -Case Management)

  13. CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (Group E – General Elective)

  14. CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies (Group E – General Elective)

  15. CHCCCS019  Recognise and respond to crisis situations (Core)

  16. HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety (Core)

  17. CHCDEV005 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services (Core)

  18. CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs (Core)

  19. CHCCSM016 Undertake advanced assessments (Group A -Case Management)

  20. CHCCSM013 Facilitate and review case management (Core)

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CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support | CRICOS CODE 0100802

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support | CRICOS CODE 0100802

The Certificate IV in Ageing 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-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

Course Highlights

As part of this course, you will take part in the following activities:

  • An organised industry work placement (minimum 120 hours)

  • Ability to apply your skills in our practical training environment

  • Provide first aid CPR Training

Entry Requirements

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

  • Minimum of IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score less than 5.5 or equivalent

  • Over 18 years of age at the commencement of the course

  • Pre-training review to assess individual needs and that the individual can demonstrate ACSF working level 3 for all indicators.

  • Basic computer skills.

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident or citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration.

  • Immunisation certificate – not all facilities have this as a mandatory requirement but students should be prepared to attain this immediately, if required.

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Aged Care Activity Worker

  • Care Service Team Leader

  • Care Supervisor (Aged Care)

  • Senior Personal Care Assistant

Practical Placement Hours

All students will be required to complete a minimum of 120 hours work placement in an Aged Care Facility.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

+ Delivery

This course is delivered face to face in a classroom environment with a combination of interactive workshops with opportunities to participate in practical application of skills and knowledge through, practical industry based simulated training activities and workplace participation.

Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank or Ringwood

  • 20 hours per week (2 full days and 1 half day)

Duration

Duration – 52 Weeks including holidays 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.

Units of Competency

  1. HLTWHS002    Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)

  2. CHCDIV001     Work with diverse people (Core)

  3. CHCLEG003     Manage legal and ethical compliance (Core)

  4. CHCADV001    Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (Core)

  5. CHCAGE001    Facilitate the empowerment of older people (Core)

  6. CHCCCS006     Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (Core)

  7. CHCAGE003    Coordinate services for older people (Core)

  8. CHCPRP001     Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (Core)

  9. CHCAGE004    Implement interventions with older people at risk (Core)

  10. CHCAGE005    Provide support to people living with dementia (Core)

  11. CHCCCS011     Meet personal support needs (Core)

  12. CHCCCS023     Support independence and wellbeing (Core)

  13. CHCCCS025     Support relationships with carers and families (Core)

  14. CHCPAL001     Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Core)

  15. HLTAAP001     Recognise healthy body systems (Core)

  16. CHCDIS007      Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability (Electives units)

  17. HLTAAP002     Confirm physical health status (Electives units)

  18. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Electives units)

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CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support | CRICOS CODE 116387A

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support | CRICOS CODE 116387A

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of community settings and clients’ homes, who provide training and support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing. Workers promote a person-centred approach, work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.

Course Highlights

As part of this course, you will take part in the following activities:

  • An organised industry work placement (minimum 120 hours)

  • Participate in practical activities in our simulated training environment

  • Provide first aid CPR Training

Entry Requirements

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

  • Minimum of IELTS 6.0 with no individual component score less than 5.5 or equivalent

  • Over 18 years of age at the commencement of the course.

  • Pre-training review to assess individual needs and that the individual can demonstrate ACSF working level 3 for all indicators.

  • Basic computer skills

Additional Requirements

  • A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) and where a student has resided in another country from the age of 16, as a permanent resident or citizen, they will be required to provide a Statutory Declaration.

  • Immunisation certificate – not all facilities have this as a mandatory requirement but students should be prepared to attain this immediately, if required.

  • A Working with Children Check.

Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities may be available to students who complete this qualification:

  • Case Management worker

  • Community Services Intake worker 

  • Social Housing worker

Practical Placement Hours

All students will be required to complete a minimum of 120 hours work placement in an approved workplace in the disability sector.

+ Course Fees

Course Fees: $12,150

  • $11,750 Tuition fees
  • $250 enrolment fee (non-refundable)
  • $100 textbook
  • $50 polo shirt fee

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change.

Mode of study

On Campus – Southbank

  • 20 hours per week (2 full days and 1 half day)

Duration

Duration is 52 weeks (including holidays) allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit. 120 hours work placement in a suitable workplace e.g. Disability services, National Disability Insurance scheme or Community service organisation.

Units of Competency

  1. CHCCCS015     Provide individualised support (Core)

  2. CHCDIS002      Follow established person-centred behaviour supports (Core)

  3. CHCDIS005      Develop and provide person-centred service responses      (Core)

  4. CHCDIS007      Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (Core)

  5. CHCDIS008      Facilitate community participation and social inclusion (Core)

  6. CHCDIS009      Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach (Core)

  7. CHCDIS010      Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs (Core)

  8. CHCDIV001     Work with diverse people (Core)

  9. CHCLEG003     Manage legal and ethical compliance (Core)

  10. HLTAAP001     Recognise healthy body systems (Core)

  11. HLTWHS002    Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)

  12. CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people (Elective)

  13. CHCDIS004      Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies (Elective)

  14. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Elective)

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