Certificate III In Individual Support
Course Code: CHC33021 | CRICOS Code: 112481B

Faculty

Community Services

Delivery Mode

Blended

Duration

52 Weeks

Course Description

Course Code: CHC33021 | CRICOS Code: 112481B

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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.

Course Duration/Fee

Course duration: 52 weeks

Tuition Fee : $AUD 12,500

Non Tuition Fee : $AUD 1,500 –

(includes $350 enrolment and material placement fee)

Total Course Fee: $AUD 14,000

Mode of Delivery

Blended (Face to Face + Online)

Intake Dates
2023 Intake Dates 2024 Intake Dates
21st August, 2023 29th January, 2024
09th October, 2023 04th March, 2024
13th November 2023 22th April, 2024
27th May, 2024
15th July, 2024
19th August, 2024
07th October, 2024
11th November 2024
Entry Requirement

Eligibility Criteria:-

Here’s your check list to check your eligibility:-

  • The candidate must complete 18yrs of age or older at the time of course commencement.
  • Potential candidates may be asked to undertake an LLN Assessment / Enrolment Interview prior to acceptance.
  • The candidate needs to ensure that they have completed anyone of the following:-.
  • Australian Year 11 or an equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate III or Higher Qualification with an Australian Institution.
  • IELTS Requirements-The candidates needs to secure the English level of IELTLS 6.0, with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent such as.,
    • IBT 60
    • PTE Academic 50
    • CAE 169
    • OET C
    • Duolingo 95
    • General English Advanced*
    • MOI Certificate
    • Certificate III or Higher Qualification with an Australian Institution.
  • The candidate must have the ability to undertake a work placement at an aged care, home and community care, disability care or community service organisation.
*General English Upper Intermediate is generally considered to be between 5-5.5 IELTS.
Assessment

Assessments may include written questions, demonstration of tasks/techniques, group activities, in class activities, role play, presentation, work based project, research projects, and workplace observations/evidences.

Award Requirements

A candidate is only entitled for the Certificate, once they have successfully completed all units of the course – Certificate III In Individual Support

On the other hand, candidates who have done a partial completion of the course will receive a Statement of Attainment, for the units they are deemed competent.

Career Pathway
On completion of this course the candidate is opened to opportunities to seek employment such as: – In Home Respite Worker, Nurse’s Aide, Community Access Coordinator, Planned Activity Assistant, Accommodation Support Worker, Care Service Employee, Community Care Worker, Food Services Deliverer, Disability Service Officer, Care Assistant, Client Assistant, Care Worker, Community House Worker, Home Care Assistant ,Residential Care Worker, Residential Support Worker, Senior Personal Care Assistant, Transport Support Worker, Field Officer (Community Services), Family Support Worker, School Support Officer (Disability), Residential Aide.
Essential Information

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING RPL/ CREDIT TRANSFER: –

ISMT College recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs. At the same time, accept and mutually recognise the qualifications and Statements of Attainment, awarded by any other registered training organisation unless precluded by licensing requirements.
We also consider and grant Credit Transfer for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course, and the subject or unit you have completed.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process wherein candidates’ skills and knowledge that has been gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training will be formally recognised.

ISMT College will discuss with the candidate the process and options for RPL, during the entry process and interview stage. The suitability of the candidate is often determined on how much experience one had in certain area, their work history and previous training.

If RPL is determined that as a candidate you have a possibility. Then you will be provided with a kit, that will guide you in working through each unit, to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.

UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI) REQUIREMENT: –

It has been made mandatory for all students studying VET coursed in Australia to use a USI.
The USI is available online & free of cost to the student. The USI will stay with the student for life and be recorded with any nationally recognised VET course that is completed.

The candidate is required to visit the official USI website: –

https://www.usi.gov.au/students/international-offshore for more information.

Note: –

A USI can only be created after you have arrived in Australia and information on how to do this will be included in your orientation.

STUDENT SUPPORT WELFARE AND GUIDANCE SERVICES: –

ISMT College ensures all candidates that relevant resources are available. So that, the candidates may settle in well, smoothly transit life in new place & achieve the required level of competency in all accredited courses. Our dedicated staff puts in their efforts to assist in how to seek help with the local welfare and guidance services.

ORIENTATION: –

ISMT College provides orientation to assist students through culturally appropriate program. Candidates will only be permitted to attend classes after they have completed the orientation session for the enrolled courses.

Vocational Placement

This qualification requires that the learner complete a total of at least 120 hours of work placement in an aged care, home and community care, disability care or community service organisation in Australia.

Pathway From Qualification
After completing CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support you may progress to CHC43015 – Certificate IV In Ageing Support, CHC43115 – Certificate IV in Disability (Superseded) and/or CHC52015 – Diploma of Community Services.
Units Of Competency
The CHC33021 Certificate III In Individual Support requires the completion of the following Units (including 9 core and 6 electives).
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
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
** Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.

Related Qualifications

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support – 112481B

Course Code: CHC33021
CRICOS Code: 112481B

CHC43015 Certificate IV In Ageing Support – 0101897

Course Code: CHC43015
CRICOS Code: 0101897

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support – 112482A

Course Code: CHC43121
CRICOS Code: 112482A

CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services– 112483M

Course Code: CHC52021
CRICOS Code: 112483M