National Code: CHC30102
Hours of Delivery: 530 Hours
Certificate III in Aged Care Work is designed to provide the skills necessary to work in aged care in a range of facilities and services. It is suitable for unqualified people already working in the industry or people new to the industry. It is geared towards workers who carry out activities related to maintenance of an individuals personal care or other activities and who work within clearly defined service plans under direct or regular supervision.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of the course may lead to employment in occupations such as carer, personal care assistant/worker, home care assistant, nursing assistant, community care/support worker, in home respite worker.
Entry Requirements
Students admission & selection criteria’s
- Aged over 18 years of age
- Applicants successfully complete a numeracy and literacy test
- Recognised prior learning will be considered on the merits of application as underpinned by organisational policy an procedures (provided on request)
- Credit transfer is provided for academic achievements from other Registered Training Organisations
- Access and equity applies for acceptance into training
- Equal opportunities is applied to all applications
- Current Police Check
- Employment in relevant field of study (traineeships)
- People with disabilities are encourage to apply
Duration and Delivery
This course is offered in traineeship mode of delivery ( see traineeships) over a 12 month period.
or
Full time over a 10 week period
Structure of Course
To gain qualifications in this course, the applicant is required to gain competency in:
13 units must be selected for this qualification including:
9 – Compulsory
4- Elective
Compulsory Units
| CHCAC1C | Provide support to an older person |
| CHCAC2C | Provide personal care |
| CHCAC3C | Orientation to aged care work |
| CHCAC6C | Support the older person to meet their emotional and psychosocial needs |
| CHCAC15A | Provide care support which is responsive to the specific nature of dementia |
| CHCCOM2B | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues |
| CHCINF8B | Comply with information requirements of the aged care and community care sectors |
| CHCOHS302A | Participate in safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCORG3B | Participate in work environment |
Elective Units
These units can be chosen from the list below, enquire for further options
| CHCAD1C | Advocate for clients |
| CHCCS303A | Provide physical assistance with medication |
| CHCCS304A | Assist with self medication |
| CHCCS405A | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
| CHCGROUP2C | Support group activities |
Full time Course – Call for next commencement date
This Course is offered over 10 Weeks, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Consisting of:
3 Days a week consisting of Classroom Attendance &
40 Hours supervised on the Job Work Experience.
150 hours of work experience relevant to field of study
Assistance to find Venue for Work Experience will be offered
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be applied for (see policy)
RPL is an assessment process that involves re-assessment of previously gained experience relevant to the qualification. If RPL is granted, fees are adjusted accordingly.
Credit Transfer
Haley College will recognise relevant AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other Registered Training Organisation. Haley college Encourages any potential student to apply for credit transfer if they believe they qualify. Talk to course Co ordinator on (03) 9530 9998
