Get qualified to start a rewarding career working with older people, caring for and supporting them to live independently and enjoy a quality of life.
With this course, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the aged care industry caring for the elderly and enabling them to maintain independence and quality of life. You may be working within the community, in an aged care home or specialist facility, or in people's homes.
You'll learn skills and knowledge for understanding and supporting people with dementia; ethical behaviour; policies and procedures in aged care; infection control; working with cultural diversity; communication and teamwork; and workplace health and safety. What a great way to start a great career!
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
This course is fee-free! No course fees apply!
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
In this course you will learn about the following:
Stage 1 The first six units in the sequence provide learners with a sound, broad-based foundation of knowledge and skills relating to safe work practices, legislation, infection control and providing individual support. Stage 2 Stage 2 units are aimed at further expanding the knowledge and skills of learners in areas relating to working with diverse people, supporting people with dementia and recognising and understanding the impact of health conditions in relation to ageing and/or disability. Stage 3 The units in this stage relate to working in the disability sector supporting skills development using a strength-based approach, community participation and social inclusion including delivering care services using a palliative approach.
Learn how to empower and support the independence of our elders needing care and join one of Australia's fastest growing industries
When you complete the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) you will be ready to start a rewarding career providing direct care to clients in residential, home and community settings.
Aged Care Workers provide personal, physical and emotional support to older people who require assistance with daily living. When you provide support to older people you are able to make a tremendous difference to their quality of life and achieve real personal satisfaction through your work. Aged care work is rewarding in itself and provides the opportunity to meet a wide variety of older people.
Australia has one of the leading aged care systems in the world, and with our ageing population — and people living longer — the demand for skilled aged care workers is increasing. In fact, aged care and disability support are the second highest employing occupations in Australia (following registered nurses in the number one spot).**
You can find out more about a career in aged care, including tips for finding jobs, interview practice hints, clues about what employers are looking for and more on the Aged Care section of the Jobs and Skills WA website. You can view our McLarty campus aged care facilities here(opens in a new tab) .
*This course includes a minimum of 120 hours of supervised work placement, where you'll be able to apply your training in a meaningful and relevant way, and gain real industry experience.
** National Skills Commission Australian Jobs Report 2020
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Training is focused on empowering and equipping students with the knowledge and competencies required of aged care workers to deliver individualised support to elderly people.
Students will be taught how to use discretion and judgement when providing support and to take ownership of tasks and outcomes. Practical skills will be backed by factual, technical and procedural knowledge and theories. You will learn about the aged care industry, caring for the elderly, enabling independence, understanding and supporting people with dementia, safety procedures, ethical behaviour, infection control, working with cultural diversity, and workplace health and safety. Students will put skills into practice through mandatory work placement.This course is an entry-level qualification that will make you job ready to become an aged care assistant or care support worker, equipping you with a skillset to provide a high standard of support to older people and those living with dementia by providing personalised assistance in aged care, residential and community care settings.
Join the community services industry and open yourself up to strong job opportunities in the ever-expanding aged care workforce, where qualified care assistants are highly in demand.
Study in specialised facilities
SM TAFE campuses have training facilities which simulate real-life workplace settings and students can gain hands-on practice developing skills to be workforce ready, using industry specific equipment and following safe work practices. Our Rockingham campus has a state-of-the art purpose-built learning facility for disability home care and aged care, with dedicated areas that emulate rooms in a modified residence or aged care facility.
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When you complete the Certificate III in Individual Support you will be on your way to a career as an aged care assistant. You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the aged care industry, caring for the elderly, enabling them to maintain independence, understanding and supporting people with dementia, safety procedures, ethical behaviour, infection control, working with cultural diversity, and workplace health and safety.
This course includes a compulsory work placement. The units in Traineeships are customised according to the individual Training Agreement that is negotiated with the employer and may vary (within the Qualification rules) in each case.
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Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Make a real difference in people’s lives! If you love working with people and making a real difference to people’s lives, then a career as a support worker is the perfect job for you! A Support Worker provides personal, physical and emotional support to older clients or clients living with a disability and assists them with daily tasks such as showering, dressing, shopping, preparing food, outings and social activities, increasing their quality of life. This qualification sets you up for a rewarding career in aged care, community home care, disability care or community-based home care organisations. Training is offered through the traineeship model, where you earn while you learn on the job, or through classroom-based training and work placement at our training centres. An experienced, local ATC Work Smart Trainer/Assessor will support you every step of the way and lead you to success. You will be able to contact your Trainer when you need them, plus they regularly visit you in the workplace to offer guidance and support across our delivery regions in Perth, Peel/Mandurah, South West and Great Southern. This qualification is part of the government's FEE FREE initiative where you won’t pay any course fees from the 1st January 2024. Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, please contact us at 1300 177 337 or visit our website for further information.
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Our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) course is a nationally recognised pathway into the aged care industry and is designed to develop multi-skilled workers for the broad range of services supporting ageing people in residential and community settings. This specialisation (Ageing) has been designed for individuals who want to work in the aged care industry, either in a home and community care environment or an aged care facility. Students who complete this qualification are able to provide personal, in person care to the elderly in a variety of settings including people’s homes, residential facilities, retirement villages, nursing homes and hospitals. Australian Employment & Training Services (AEATS) deliver a classroom-based program with a coordinated work placement component facilitated by industry experts. AEATS offers this program via a trainer led delivery program, ( three days per via ZOOM and 1 day classroom attendance) for a period of 13 weeks before completing an additional 120 hours of workplace assessment. AEATS has a broad range of Aged Care facilities which it utilises for placement and has a long history of supplying quality trained staff to the industry. If you are considering undertaking this qualification, please talk to our enrolment team who will explain in further details the requirements of the course, including pricing and commencement dates. AEATS offers this program on a weekly rolling enrolment program meaning you can commence your course straight away after meeting the enrolment criteria and supply of essential information. Please visit www.aeats.com.au for further information.
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If you have a deep passion for delivering high-quality care to our aging population and aspire to make a meaningful impact, seize the perfect opportunity in 2024 to obtain a formal qualification in Aged Care for FREE. Tailored for entry-level workers, including personal care assistants and nursing assistants, this qualification is designed to equip individuals for roles in residential aged care facilities, community care, disability care, community-based organizations, and hospitals. Throughout the course, you will learn the intricacies of following individualized plans to provide person-centered care to individuals requiring support due to aging, disability, or other reasons. The comprehensive program seamlessly integrates both theoretical and practical training components. As a student, you will be placed in a workplace environment, allowing you to apply newly acquired knowledge and skills in areas related to personal care. This hands-on approach extends to assisting individuals in maintaining independence in their chosen home and delivering welfare and support services to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Elevate your career in care by enrolling in this transformative course, where your dedication can truly make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
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The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) offers learners the opportunity to earn while you learn. Sero offers a great program with blended delivery via LMS/Online learning, face to face support sessions in your workplace and one on one or small group training tailored to fit your needs. For more information about this program such as unit selection, outcomes, visits or more, please contact Simon on 0402843573 for information about our program and how to register.
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Face to face training is facilitated on site with on-the-job training and assessment with our local trainers and assessors to the region. Our trainers and assessors are all experienced with currency in the industry and understand the challenges. We engage with industry through consultation within the sector to ensure we meet the benchmarks of the industry. This course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to work in the Aged Care industry within a home care or residential care facility. This qualification is also available as a traineeship.
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Become qualified, find employment, be empowered. This qualification is delivered in a class based setting. IST can also deliver this qualification under a traineeship arrangement. Upskill and get job ready with this Individual Support qualification. This nationally accredited qualification in CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will guide you to provide person-centred care to those living with a disability or seniors who need assistance with their everyday life. This qualification has a mandatory work place requirement of 120 hours. Help someone live their best life by enrolling into this course today! Contact us today to find out more: 1300 757 296 On site delivery also available for traineeships.
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Are you ready to make a difference in someone’s life? Discover your rewarding career in the Aged Care Sector and learn from our industry experts to obtain the qualification to undertake roles such as Residential Support Worker, Home Care Worker, or a Care Support Officer. Get the job ready skills required to provide person-centred support to those who may need extra help in their lives. Enrol today to get started in a Certificate III in Individual Support at Insight Training and kickstart your career! This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today and well into the future. Our classroom delivery is available in Joondalup, Morley and Rockingham. If you currently work in this area you can undertake a traineeship with your employer. Contact us today to find out more on 1300 046 744.
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Would you like to develop your career in the aged care industry? Gain the latest nationally recognised training for care givers and support workers. This CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualification reflects the role of community workers who provide personalised support to those who may require support due to ageing, disability or other reasons. The course is run over 21 weeks and includes 120 hours of work placement.
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Skills Generation offers CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support in the Disability, Ageing and Disability and Ageing specialisations. Training will be delivered prominently via live online classes – 2 x 3 hour sessions each week plus monthly practical days. A flexible timetable is provided with sessions available in the morning and evening to enable students to schedule around your work roster. As an existing worker, you may be able to complete some units of your course through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Prior to enrolment, we will discuss your current situation and existing skills to identify if RPL would be suitable. Skills Generation will then create a Training Plan for you to get your qualification ASAP. Visit skillsgeneration.com.au or call 1800 838 295 for more information or to discuss your options.
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Acquire the skills and knowledge to gain a career in community and/or residential aged care facilities. Learn to provide personal care to people who may require support due to ageing or disability. Be trained in safety procedures and the legal and ethical framework of this sector.
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If you are driven to providing help to those in the community that are most in need, enrolling in a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) course is one way you can use your passion for the benefit of others. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to provide individualised support and person centred care (PCC) to those who require support through either ageing, disabilities or other hindering factors. Providing support to others is one of the most rewarding careers there is and to begin this journey a Cert III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a perfect start. Aged Care Course Outline Learners within this course will undertake their learning and assessments in a mixed mode delivery method. These include: 3 days per week 5 hours per day (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) for approximately 29 weeks. Workplace based learning with a 160 hours of required work placement (4 weeks of work placement undertaken in 2 x 2 week allocations). Monthly group support lessons for those wanting that little bit extra support. Practical workplace assessments along with direct observation.
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The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.