CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support

The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is the newest qualification in the aged care industry.

Students may do this course as an entry pathway into the aged care industry. Our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support course is designed to develop multi-skilled workers who are industry ready to enter the broad range of services supporting the growing aging population in residential and community settings.

Our face to face classroom course led by industry experts will prepare you for the requirements needed to succeed in this exciting industry. We are proud of the reputation of delivering quality graduates to the aged care industry.

In addition to the our classroom delivery, you will receive hands on training in our specifically designed manual handling facility ensuring you have the appropriate skills to operate necessary equipment you will be presented with when you commence work in an aged care environment.

A mandatory component of our program is the 120 hours of practical placement, working within an actual aged care environment. Our dedicated Practical Placement Coordinator will secure you a placement and support you through this process.

The course comprises of 15 units (9 Core and 6 Elective). Successful completion of this course requires the fulfillment of all 15 units of competency.

Dates

Class commencement dates
Commences weekly throughout the year
17 week duration (subject to public holidays)
Plus an additional 120 hours of practical placement

Days

Days per week
Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays

Additional self-pace learning also required on remaining days

Times

Class times
Commences at 8.30am
Concludes 3.30pm

Admission Criteria

Applicants seeking entry into CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support course should meet the following criteria.

• Are 18 years old and
• Have successfully completed year 10 of secondary school or equivalent, or be of mature age.
• Be able to use and respond to written language, including some unfamiliar material in a variety of formats.
• Successfully complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN).
• Obtain a satisfactory clear National Police Clearance.
• Primary place of residence must be in Western Australia.
• Must be an Australian Citizen /Permanent Resident / Temporary Visa holder of sub-class 309, 444, 820, 826, 851 / Dependant of sub-class 457 visa/Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (subclass 790)/Temporary Protection Visa (subclass 785)/Bridging Visa E holders (subclass 050 and 051) where a valid application for visa of subclass 785 or 790 has been made.

Possible Job Outcomes

The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is an appropriate qualification for people seeking work in the aged care industry and direct care work. With an ageing population their is a high demand for care workers in the aged care and associated industries. This qualification is generally identified as the minimal qualification required to work in these areas.

Possible Course Pathways

Once students have completed their qualification at the certificate III level they may decide to continue their studies in the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support or candidates may also like to progress to higher level qualifications within the aged care sector and across the community sector.

The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support requires the completion of 18 units, however for those students who have successfully completed the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support with AEATS, they will be automatically granted credits for 10 of these units.

AEATS will also recognise credit transfers upon proof of units completed with other RTOs.

The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support

An appropriate qualification for people seeking work in the aged care industry and direct care work.

Fee Information

This Course is Fee Free in 2024 to all eligible students.

NOTE: Fees are calculated inline with the WA Department of Training and Workforce Development Fees and Charges Policy 2024.

This course has been approved for Centrelink student allowances. More information on assistance available can be found on the Centrelink website www.centrelink.gov.au. For information regarding your individual eligibility please contact Centrelink on 132490 or visit your local Customer Service Centre.

For more information or to confirm the cost of your course contact 1300 630 366 (Toll Free).