Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)

Certificate

Key details

Degree Type

Certificate

Course Code

CHC33015

Study Mode

In person

About this course

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) allows the student to develop the core skills and to gain the knowledge and practical skills that will enable them to deliver quality care in the aged and home and community sectors. Students will learn in a safe, simulated environment before undertaking clinical placement in the field supported by our qualified and dedicated facilitators. Graduates can expect to work with other health care professionals such as nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, community and disability workers, and work with diverse people to support and provide individualised care.

Study locations

Wantirna

Career pathways

On completion of this qualification, graduates will have developed the skills to work with diverse people and to support and work alongside other health care professionals to provide effective and holistic care to individuals in the aged, and home and community sectors. Students will graduate with solid industry experience and will have a well-rounded understanding of the needs of clients in these sectors.

Course structure

To be awarded this qualification, students will complete 13 units (seven core and six electives) and successfully complete a practical placement of 120 hours. The course has been structured so that students graduate with the Certificate III in Individual Support, with a dual specialisation in Aged and Home and Community.

Credit for prior study or work

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Swinburne University of Technology