Do you enjoy supporting people and making a difference in people’s lives? Then this course is for you.

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.

This qualification includes:

• Assisting and improving the quality of life of people with a disability and the elderly
• Helping your clients to live with respect and dignity and maintain as much independence for as long as possible

Employment opportunities with this qualification are:

• Care Worker/Assistant
• Residential Care Worker
• Accommodation Support Worker
• Home Care Assistant

What will you achieve from completing this course?

• A nationally recognised CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
• Skills and knowledge required to provide care for elderly clients and administer related tasks
• Skills to apply and follow legislative requirements in the care industry

What you need to know about this course:

• New students are expected to attend a mandatory college orientation before you start your course. Orientation times and dates will be advised after enrolment.
• Classes commence at the beginning of week 1 of each school term
• There is no training during school holidays
• Students will be accepted into the class throughout the term
• You will need to plan for approximately 5-8 hours a week at home to complete assessment tasks
• Resources are provided by SGSCC via E-learning portal (aNewSpring)
• Student lounge available
• WiFi is available

What resources do you need to study from home?

• A computer with internet for E-learning access
• Email access

Course entry requirements:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Current National Police Check (arranged through SGSCC)
• Complete an SGSCC English language, literacy and numeracy assessment to determine that the student has sufficient skills to successfully complete the course (ACSF Level 3)
• Access to computer/internet
• Note taking materials
• Attend work placement (arranged by SGSCC) and be workplace assessed (minimum 120 hours)
• Unique Student Identifier (can be arranged through SGSCC)
• There are no formal educational requirements for entry into this course
• Recognition for units may be granted based on previous learning, studies, work and/or life experiences

Do you need to complete any work placement hours?

• Yes, you need to complete 120 hours (15 days) in a care service facility.
• You will work as a student (unpaid) during work placement.
• SGSCC also offers a simulated learning environment.
• Before commencing work placement, you will be required to get a current national criminal record check to allow you to work in a care service facility. SGSCC will assist you with this application process.

Will you need to sit for any exams?

• No. This is a competency-based course
• Tell us, then show us you understand and are able to implement the learning you have received
• You will be required to competently complete assessment tasks for all 13 units of learning

Units of competency you will be studying:

1. CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support (Core)
2. CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (Core)
3. CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing (Core)
4. CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems (Core)
5. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services (Core)
6. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
7. CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically (Core)
8. HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (Core)
9. HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)
10. CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care (Elective)
11. CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Elective)
12. CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (Elective)
13. CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion (Elective)
14. CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support (Elective)
15. CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia (Elective)

Assessments are made up by a range of:

• Questions and answers
• Case studies
• Skill demonstration in the nursing lab
• Project

To be deemed competent:

• You will receive clear assessment instructions
• You must complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard as set by your trainer
• These are assessed by your trainer
• Opportunities will be provided for trainers to support students and to resubmit their assessments if required

When you have completed and been deemed competent you can:

• Progress with SGSCC to the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support, CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support or the CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services.

Course fees:

• This qualification is subsidised by the NSW Government. Register now to check your Smart & Skilled eligibility and student fee contribution.

Delivery Overview:

• Duration: 4 Term Course
• Delivery Method: Face to face in the classroom
• Days: Wednesday & Thursday (2 days per week), 9am-4.30pm
• Units of Learning: 15
• Requirements: 15 days of work placement
• Monthly Intake: Yes

Time for you to enrol:

• The enrolments team are available to take your enquiry or enrolment on 02 8543 7412 during business hours
• At the Jannali Office Reception (Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm)

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