Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33015)
Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33015)
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow and – an individualised plan to provide person – centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow and – an individualised plan to provide person – centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for won outputs. 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.
Students who undertake this qualification will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to provide services to individuals with special or complex needs and work with the elderly and disabled to lead more dignified lives. The course combines both theory and practical.
People involved in Aged Care or Community Services work need to be able to demonstrate genuine empathy and compassion towards others and have the physical capacity to deal with personal care.
Depending on the electives chosen, this qualification may lead to the positions of:
- Assistant in nursing
- Care assistant
- Care service employees
- Care worker
- Community care worker
- Community support worker
- Home care assistant
- In-home respite worker
- Nursing assistant
- Personal care assistant
- Personal care giver
- Residential care worker
Pathways to Further Studies
Upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Individual Support students may enrol in a course at a Certificate IV or Diploma level.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
All students are expected to have reached an acceptable level of proficiency in the English language. International students need an IELTS level of 5.5 or higher or have completed an approved English Test listed below.
The IELTS provided must have been taken no more than two years before the time of the application.
From 5 November 2011, the department will accept test results from the following specified English language tests for Student visa purposes taken in any country:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based test (TOEFL iBT)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) test (also known as Certificate in Advanced English).
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Astute Training Pty Ltd is an educational provider with an outstanding record in international education. Its team of highly trained professionals deliver high quality theoretical and practical experiences to students. Linked with several industries, employer groups and local communities, Astute Training has an enviable reputation of excellence through participation in industry led consultations. This ensures students are taught the most current and relevant practices.
