Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Course Code: CHC43015 | CRICOS Code: 0101897

Faculty

Community Services

Delivery Mode

Blended

Duration

52 Weeks

Course Description

Course Code: CHC43015 | CRICOS Code: 0101897

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This course is designed for those who want o discover the role of becoming a support worker who is specialized in contributing a service to the aged; either residential or community based environments.

You as a aging supporter service worker will take responsibility for their own actions within the defined guidelines of the organization you represent and maintain the standard and quality of service at all times from the development, facilitating and review of individualized service planning and delivery of service.

You as individual who works for an organization may be required to demonstrate leadership qualities and show that you can give maximum quantity and quality of service within all limited parameters.

PRE-REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS:

No pre-requisite knowledge or experience is required for this course.

Course Duration/Fee

Course Duration: 52 weeks

Tuition Fee: AUD $12,500

Material Fee : AUD $0

Total Course Fee : AUD $12,500

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

The following are the admission requirements:

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 to the course.

The candidate needs to ensure that they have completed anyone of the following: –

Completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent schooling OR Certificate III OR higher qualification with an Australian Institution.

IELTS Requirements: –

The candidate needs to secure the English level of IELTS 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 be able to undertake a placement work at a regulated care service centre/organisation/provider.

*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

On completion of the course CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support the candidate will be awarded with the certificate of completion.

Candidates who partially complete the units required to complete the course will be presented with a “Statement of Attainment” for all units deemed competent by the candidate.

NOTE: It is mandatory to complete placement work hours to be eligible for attainment of this qualification.

Career Pathway
On completion of this course, it enables the student to seek employment as the following:
  • Community Program Coordinator
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Support Worker (Community Services)
  • Care supervisor
  • Accommodation Support Worker
  • Personal care worker
  • Personal care giver
  • Assistant Hostel Supervisor
  • Personal care assistant
  • Residential care officer
  • Day Activity Worker
  • Care Team Leader
Vocational Placement

This qualification requires that the learner complete a total of at least 120 hours of work placement in a regulated care service organisation in Australia.

All students need to complete their work placement which is an essential component of this qualification to consolidate the student’s knowledge within the education and care service.

Before commencing work placement students must meet the following mandatory requirements at their own expense.

Students will be communicated when to obtain these documents.

Essential Information
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING RPL/ CREDIT TRANSFER

ISMT College recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs. ISMT College will accept and mutually recognise the qualifications and Statements of Attainment awarded by any other registered training organisation unless precluded by licensing requirements. We can also grant you 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 where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.

During the entry process and interview stage ISMT College will discuss with you the process and options for RPL.  Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, 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

USI is needed for all students studying with ISMT College. From 1 January 2015 for undertaking Nationally Recognised Training delivered by a Registered Training Organisation the students will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI is available online and at no cost to the student. This USI will stay with the student for life and be recorded with any nationally recognised VET course that is completed. Please see the official USI website https://www.usi.gov.au.The student after enrolment is required to create USI (Unique Student Identifier) or allow ISMT College to create an USI on their behalf.

STUDENT SUPPORT WELFARE and GUIDANCE SERVICES

Relevant resources are available at ISMT College to ensure that the students settle in well, smoothly transit life in new places and achieve the required level of competency in all accredited courses. Our staff assists in how to seek help with local welfare and guidance services.

ORIENTATION

Orientation to assist students is provided by ISMT College as an age and culturally appropriate program. Please refer Pre-enrolment Information Pack at www.ismt.edu.au Students will be permitted to attend classes only after they have attended and completed the orientation session for the enrolled courses.

Pathway From Qualification

After completing CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support you may progress to CHC52015 – Diploma of Community Services.

Units Of Competency
The CHC43015 Certificate IV In Ageing Support requires the completion of the following 18 Units (including 15 core and 3 electives).
Core Units
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCDIV001 Work with Diverse People
CHCLEG003 Manage Legal and Ethical Compliance
CHCAGE004 Implement Interventions with Older people at risk
CHCAGE003 Coordinate Services for Older People
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCCS011 Meet Personal Support Needs
CHCCCS023 Support Independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families.
CHCPAL001 Deliver Care Services using a palliative approach
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of Older people
CHCAGE005 Provide Support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS006 Facilitate Individual Service Planning and Delivery
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interest and rights of clients
Elective Units
CHCCCS001 Address the needs of people with chronic diseases
CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCCCS015 Provide Individualised Support
** Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.

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