Certificate
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.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however students will be required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment prior to enrolment.
Students must also have:
National Police Clearance (no more than 6 months old at commencement of course)
Working With Children Check.
Proof of citizenship (passport, birth certificate), USI
For International student entry requirements, please refer to the 'International Students' tab.
Personal Care Giver
Respite Care Worker
Food Services Worker
Accommodation Support Worker
Total number of units of competency = 15
* Electives are subject to change due to industry requirements or delivery type.