"The Productivity Places Program is an Australian Government Initiative" www.productivityplaces.deewr.gov.auStudents admission & selection criteria’s
- Aged over 15 years of age
- Applicants successfully complete a numeracy and literacy test
- Recognised prior learning will be considered on request (see attached flyer)
- Credit transfer is provided for relevant 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 (Only for Specific Community Services Courses)
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Unemployed
- Income support recipient
DEEWR Productivity Places Program Website - www.productivityplaces.deewr.gov.au
DEEWR Productivity Places Program - Fact Sheet, SAFTF Factsheet or Participants Rights and Responsibilities
Courses on offer at Haley College
Haley College offers the Certificate III in Aged Care Work and Certificate III in Home and Community Care as separate courses or both combined together as a dual major. These courses are run over a ten week period and combine classroom training, clinical placements and work experience.
These courses are funded by the "Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations."
Certificate III in Aged Care Work
National Course Code: CHC30102
Hours of Delivery: 530 Hours
It is recommended that you be over 18 years old for employment purposes in this field
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.
Study Time Table
- 130 Hours Theory
- 290 Hours distance learning
- 110 Hours on the job experience
Course Expectations
In addition to the study days and on the job placement you will be expected to:
Complete all work books
Attend minimum 80% of classroom / on the job work experience
Duration and Delivery
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
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid |
| CHCCS401A | Facilitate co operative behaviour |
| CHCAC4B | Assist in the provision of an appropriate environment |
| CHCCS301A | Work in a legal and ethical framework |
Certificate III in Home and Community Care
National Course Code: CHC30202
Hours of Delivery: 608 hours
It is recommended that you be over 18 years old for employment purposes in this field
Entry Requirements
The acceptance into any Nationally Recognised Course will be relevant to area of study and will be on an individual basis with equity and consistency applied to those who apply
Duration of Course
Full time over a 10 week period
Study Time Table
- 130 Hours Theory
- 290 Hours distance learning
- 110 Hours on the job experience
Course Expectations
In addition to the study days and on the job placement you will be expected to:
Complete all work books
Attend minimum 80% of classroom / on the job work experience
Consists of: 15 Units
- 10 Compulsory Units
- 5 Elective Units
| CHCAC15A | Provide care support which is responsive to the specific nature of dementia |
| CHCAC3C | Orientation to Aged Care Work |
| CHCCOM2B | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues |
| CHCCS405A | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
| CHCH301B | Work effectively in a home and community care environment |
| CHCHC302B | Provide personal care in a home and community care environment |
| CHCINF8B | Comply with information requirements of the aged and community care sectors |
| CHCOHS302A | Participate in safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCCS401A | Facilitate co-operative behaviour |
| CHCDIS1C | Orientation to disability work |
Electives Units
| CHCCS301A | Work in a legal and ethical framework |
| CHCAC2C | Provide personal care |
| CHCAC4B | Assist in the provision of an appropriate environment |
| CHCAC6C | Support the older person to meet their emotional and psychosocial needs |
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid |
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.
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.
RPL and or Credit Transfer can only be completed on up to 25% of the course, otherwise you are ineligible for this course.
You can contact us on 03 9530 9998 for registration in a course or for further information on the courses provided.
