For a highly rewarding career that makes a difference to people's lives, working in the aged care or disability sector is a fantastic option.
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is designed to give you the knowledge and practical skills needed to provide care and support to individuals in the ageing and disability sectors. This may be within a residential care facility, a support centre, or even through community-based and/or in-home services.
Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands on training, you will develop a deep understanding of person-centred care, effective communication techniques, working in a team, and problem solving. You'll gain the technical know-how to assist individuals with daily living activities that promote independence and enhance their quality of life.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
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This qualification will give you the skills to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reasons. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.
This qualification will give you the skills to provide person-centered support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reasons. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of actual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts andpractices required to provide person-centered support.
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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 & Disability) qualification is a nationally recognised pathway into both the ageing and disability care industry and is designed to develop multi-skilled workers for the broad range of services supporting people with needs within residential and community settings. This dual specialisation has been designed for individuals who want to work in both the aged and disability related fields including NDIS support work. Students who complete this qualification are able to provide support and in person care to ageing and people with disabilities in a variety of settings including people’s homes, residential facilities, day centres and more broadly within the community. Australian Employment & Training Services (AEATS) delivers a combined Classroom and ZOOM delivery program for the convenience of students in front of a live trainer. AEATS offers this program at an average of 4.5 days per week for a period of 17 weeks before completing an additional 120 hours of workplace assessment. AEATS has a broad range of Disability settings which its dedicated placement coordinators utilise for quality practical placement opportunities. If you are considering undertaking this qualification please talk to our enrolment team who will explain in further details the requirements of the course, 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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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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CHC33021 - The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is designed to develop a broad range of competencies and skills. The demand for aged care, support workers and caregivers in the community sector is increasing. Employers small and large are seeking individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills and a passion to help and care for others. Learn the skills and gain knowledge that will prepare you for a job in this varied industry. Through the Strategix Certificate III in Individual Support, you will be equipped for a position as a nursing assistant, personal carer, aged care worker, disability worker or a range of other jobs. The Certificate III in Individual Support also incorporates a work experience element so you will get to put into practice the theory & skills you learn. During the course, you will increase your skills in the areas of:
- Individualised support
- Communication
- Cultural diversity
- Working with the elderly
- Community and social inclusion
- Ongoing skills development and more
- Providing disability support
For more information visit the below webpage https://strategix.edu.au/courses/cert-iii-in-individual-support-chc33021/ (08) 9527 6553 Delivery Method: Face to Face learning (3 days per week) 6 months duration + 125 Vocational placement hours. Program: Participation - Work Readiness. Location: Rockingham & Armadale.
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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.