CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. 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.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Packaging rules

• 9 core units
• 6 elective units, consisting of:
  • at least 3 units from those units listed under Group A or B
  • the remaining units from any of the Groups A, B or C below.

Course Fee

• Tuition Offshore Fees: $32,500
• Material Fees: $2000
• Enrolment Fee: $350

Core Units

• CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support
• CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
• CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
• CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems
• CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services
• CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
• CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
• HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
• HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective units

Group a electives – ageing specialisation

• CHCAGE011- Provide support to people living with dementia
• CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
• CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach

Group b electives – disability specialisation

• CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
• CHCDIS012 – Support community participation and social inclusion
• CHCDIS020 – Work effectively in disability support

Group c other electives

• CHCAGE007 – Recognise and report risk of falls
• CHCAGE012 – Provide food services
• CHCAOD001 – Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
• CHCCCS001 – Address the needs of people with chronic disease
• CHCCCS017 – Provide loss and grief support
• CHCCCS033 – Identify and report abuse
• CHCCCS034 – Facilitate independent travel
• CHCCCS035 – Support people with autism spectrum disorder
• CHCCCS036 – Support relationships with carer and family
• CHCCCS037 – Visit client residence
• CHCCCS042 – Prepare meals
• CHCCCS043 – Support positive mealtime experiences
• CHCCCS044 – Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
• CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
• CHCDIS013 – Assist with communication using augmentative and alternative communication methods
• CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
• CHCGRP001 – Support group activities
• CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
• HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
• HLTHPS006 – Assist clients with medication
• HLTOHC007 – Recognise and respond to oral health issues

For international students wishing to study the BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) in Australia, the entry requirements typically include the following:

Academic Requirements

Relevant Qualification: Generally, applicants must have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in a related field (such as Business, Management, or Education) or have an equivalent qualification.

English Language Proficiency

• IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no band less than 5.5, is commonly required. Some institutions may require a higher score.
• TOEFL iBT: A minimum score of 60-78.
• PTE Academic: A minimum score of 50-58 overall, with no communicative skill score below 42.
• Alternative Tests: Some institutions accept other English proficiency tests, such as Cambridge English or OET, and may have specific score requirements.

Age Requirements

Students must generally be at least 18 years old at the time of course commencement.

Visa Requirements: ( For overseas based students)

Students must obtain an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500), which includes meeting health, character, and financial requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Based on students work experience RPL for previous work experience or study, potentially reducing the course duration or providing credits Students will also be asked to complete the LLN test. Overseas students must demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

This course is delivered through a combination of the following:

• Classroom Sessions
• Structured Self-Study

Students will be assessed in various ways:

• Written Questions
• Case Studies
• Presentations
• Reports
• Role plays/observations