Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Course Code: CHC43015

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community based environments. Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery.

Occupation Title

Home Care Assistant

Community Care Worker

Personal Care Attendant

Residential Care Worker

Care Team Leader/Supervisor

Pathways

Upon completion of this qualification, candidates may seek to enrol into a higher qualification within a similar discipline

An example of this is the Diploma of Community Services, or the Diploma of Nursing

Modes of Study

Distance Based

Study at your own pace online with the support of an allocated trainer

Students must submit a minimum of 1 unit per month

Duration: 12 - 18 months

traineeship

Learn on the job while studying with the support of an allocated trainer

Duration: 1 - 2 years

All modes of study require students to complete practical placement throughout the duration of the course.

We will arrange a practical placement host employer for all students (except traineeship students as they utilise their work hours for this)

Course Structure

Units

  • HLTAAP001 - Recognise healthy body systems (70 hrs)

    CHCLEG003 - Manage legal and ethical compliance (80 hrs)

    CHCADV001 - Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (100 hrs)

    CHCAGE003 - Coordinate services for older people (80 hrs)

    CHCAGE004 - Implement interventions with older people at risk (80 hrs)

    CHCCCS006 - Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (120 hrs)

    CHCCCS011 - Meet personal support needs (60 hrs)

    CHCPAL001 - Deliver care services using a palliative approach (60 hrs)

    CHCPRP001 - Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (80 hrs)

    CHCCCS023 - Support independence and wellbeing (80 hrs)

    CHCCCS025 - Support relationships with carers and families (70 hrs)

    CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people (40 hrs)

    CHCAGE001 - Facilitate the empowerment of older people (50 hrs)

    CHCAGE005 - Provide support to people living with dementia (65 hrs)

    HLTWHS002 - Follow safe work practices for direct client care (25 hrs)

  • HLTAAP002 - Confirm physical health status (90 hrs)

    CHCPRP003. - Reflect on and improve own professional practice (120 hrs)

    CHCCOM002 - Use communication to build relationships (55 hrs)

Practical Placement

  • Practical placement, as explained by the Victorian Department of Education and Training, is structured workplace learning that provides students with firsthand experience and on the job, training relating to their course. It is an opportunity for students to implement the skills they are learning about, gain confidence with their future role within their chosen industry and develop their job-related skills.

  • Students are required to demonstrate their skills in a short placement of 120 hours. This placement can take place in the students workplace if they can demonstrate all required skills.

  • Placement is designed to allow students to complete the full 120 hours within the course duration. It is structured to give students the opportunity to apply the strategies and techniques they learn throughout the course in a real-world setting.

    This approach helps students build on their knowledge and skills, boosting both their abilities and confidence, with mentors available to provide support during the placement.

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Enrolment Information

  • Payment plans available from as little as $50 per week.

    Distance-Based Course Fees

    • Without Concession Card - $3,950 (deposit - $395)

    • Concession Card Holder - $3,650 (deposit - $365)

    Traineeship Course Fees

    • Without Concession Card - $4,950 (deposit required - $495)

    • Concession Card Holder - $4,650 (deposit required - $465)

    The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. If you have any questions, please give us a call on 1300 884 133 between 9am to 5pm on weekdays to discuss your circumstances.

  • Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application

    The pre-training review allows for the opportunity to have a discussion with student administration on your goals and ensures this is the correct course for you

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