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
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance (Core)
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (Core)
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people (Core)
CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (Core)
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people (Core)
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (Core)
CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk (Core)
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia (Core)
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs (Core)
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing (Core)
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families (Core)
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Core)
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems (Core)
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability (Electives units)
HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status (Electives units)
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Electives units)
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