CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
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Certificate III in Individual Support
Course Overview
Studying CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support opens several career pathways to enrich and support individuals in the community, either living at home or in care. Completing this qualification will allow you to work as a Disability Support worker, Aged Care worker, and many other individual care positions.
If you want to study a Certificate 4 or Diploma in Aged Care or Disability, you will need the skills from Certificate 3 in Individual Support.
To achieve CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, you must complete at least 120 hours of work placement.
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If you decide that the course isn’t the right fit, you’ll receive a 100% refund if you withdraw within the first 14 days.
Quick Course Details
- Duration: Self Paced (12 months)
- Total Units: 15 units in total (9 core units and 6 elective units)
- Nationally Recognised Qualification on the Australian Qualifications Framework
- Course Delivery: 100% Online
- Awarded By: Australian College of Community Services and Care (RTO ID 45361)
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is available to suitable learners who have at least three to five years of relevant industry experience. Eligible learners will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and gain RPL through our assessment only pathway.
To complete this qualification, you will need access to:
- A computer with reliable internet access and a web browser
- A device to record video
- A calculator
- Digital presentation media (e.g. PowerPoint, video presentation, infographics, etc.)
While there are no entry requirements for this qualification, we require that learners:
- Be minimum age 18
- Provide a valid USI
- Be eligible to study in Australia
- Hold the required criminal and working with children checks (if applicable)
- Be able to arrange a suitable work placement that meets the requirements outlined in the work placement resource checklist.
- Confirm that they have access to a suitable work place to complete the required work placement hours prior to being accepted for enrolment. Click here to preview terms and conditions
- and have one of the following:
- Australian Citizenship
- Australian Permanent Resident
- Must hold a visa that allows domestic study (non-CRICOS)
You’ve Got Options!
When studying Certificate III in Individual Support, you can choose to specialise in support for Ageing Individuals, Disabled individuals, or both in a dual qualification. Choose from the options below to select your specialisation.
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing Specialisation)
Upfront Payment
Affordable Upfront Payment.
Once-off payment, cancel in 14 days for a full refund
Weekly Payment Plan
$200 non-refundable deposit, then weekly payments of $40.
Total cost: $1600
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability Specialisation)
Upfront Payment
Affordable Upfront Payment.
Once-off payment, cancel in 14 days for a full refund
Weekly Payment Plan
$200 non-refundable deposit, then weekly payments of $40.
Total cost: $1600
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability Specialisation)
Upfront Payment
Affordable Upfront Payment.
Once-off payment, cancel in 14 days for a full refund
Weekly Payment Plan
$200 non-refundable deposit, then weekly payments of $40.
Total cost: $1800
Why are our courses so affordable?
In the digital age we believe there is no reason for any online nationally recognised qualification to cost thousands of dollars! Because our courses are entirely online, we’re able to save on operational costs and pass those savings on to you. Our courses cover the same training material and education as any other nationally recognised course, at a fraction of the cost.
Certificate III in Individual Support requires 9 Core Units, 6 Elective Units, and minimum 120 hours of work placement.
Learners undertaking Ageing and Disability Dual Specialisation will require completion of 9 Core Units, 6 Elective Units, and minimum 120 hours of work placement.
Units – CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of older people receiving support
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Elective Units
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
- CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
- CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Must be completed through an external provider)
Units – CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Elective Units
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
- CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
- CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Must be completed through an external provider)
Units – CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing + Disability)
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Elective Units
- CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
- CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
- CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
- CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
Work Placement
While you study the course on line, you will also need to complete 120 hours of Work Placement in a registered aged care facility, home and community care and/or disability support service.
For information finding work placement or if you’re unsure how to approach local businesses, check our work placement guide
Dedicated Trainers and After-Hours Support
We provide learners with a dedicated trainer to support them through their learning journey in Certificate 3 in Individual Support. Trainers have extensive industry experience allowing them to support learners and give guidance when entering or advancing in the workforce. Administrative support is available after hours.
Career Outcomes for Cert 3 Individual Support
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Care assistant
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Community Access Coordinator
- Community care worker
- Community House Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Food Services Deliverer
- Transport Support Worker
- In Home Respite Worker
- Disability Service Officer
- Care Worker
- Client Assistant
- School Support Officer (Disability)
- Family Support Worker
- Care Service Employee
- Planned activity assistant
- Residential aide
- Field Officer (Community Services)
- Nurse’s Aide
- Home care assistant
Nationally Recognised Qualification
All our qualifications are nationally recognised on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) from Certificate III to Certificate IV level. For more information on the AQF or about CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, go to www.yourcareer.gov.au.
We provide courses that relate to the disability, ageing support and individual support, focusing on assisting those needing additional support in our community. Our trainers have extensive experience working in industry in hands on and management roles enabling them to transfer skills and knowledge. Our one-on-one learner support system enables learners to have access to a trainer to support them through their studies as well as entering the workforce.
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