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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
CHC33015
Training provided by MAX Solutions, RTO 0667.
Course Overview
Imagine a rewarding career where you make a genuine difference in the lives of others. The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualification offered by Max Solutions can open doors to this fulfilling path. This program prepares you to become a compassionate and skilled support worker in the community or residential setting, assisting people who may need support due to ageing, disability, or other reasons.
As an Aged Care Worker, you'll be at the forefront of providing physical care and emotional support to older individuals who require a helping hand in their daily lives. Whether you're offering assistance in private homes, clinics, hospitals, or residential care facilities, your role is vital in enhancing their quality of life. From helping with dressing, washing, and medication to ensuring a safe and clean environment, your care and dedication will bring comfort and peace of mind to those in need.
But it doesn't stop there. Aged Care Workers go beyond the basics by keeping a watchful eye on their clients' overall well-being. You'll observe for any changes in their physical and mental health, such as increased discomfort, reduced mobility, or signs of depression. By being attentive and proactive, you'll make a significant impact on their overall happiness and ensure they receive the specialised care they deserve.
Embark on this fulfilling journey with Max Solutions, where you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide person centred support and make a positive difference in the lives of ageing individuals.
Course Essentials
Qualification Code: CHC33015
Recognition: Nationally recognised - meets Australian Qualifications Framework
Study: Full-Time Study
Study mode: Classroom-based + Online
Class time: 9.30am-4.30pm
Duration: 12 months
Assessment: Knowledge evidence, direct demonstration and observation, portfolios, projects, role plays, case studies and presentations.
Practical Placement Hours: 120 hours
Admin Fee: $0
Funded Tuition Fee: $100 (Non-concession), $20 (Concession)
Throughout your studies, you will be required to complete your research, assessments as well as accessing your emails using a desktop/laptop/mobile device with internet availability.
Requirements
Interested in our course? Here's what you need to know before diving in:
Education: No formal education entry requirements for this course, so you can jump right in!
Minimum Age: Sorry kiddos, you'll have to wait a bit. This course is only open to those aged 18 and above.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy: Max Solutions want to make sure this course is the perfect fit for you, so they’ll assess your language, literacy, and numeracy skills before enrolment.
Enrolment Application & Pre-Training Review: Get started by attending a face to face Information Session or completing the process online.
Equipment: You'll need a desktop or laptop with internet access to complete your research and assessments, and to access your emails.
Police Check: In order to participate in practical placement hours, it is required to hold current and satisfactory checks for this qualification.
Potential job titles:
Typical employers of community workers:
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Disability service officer worker
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Assistant in Nursing
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In-home respite care worker
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Personal caregiver
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Support worker
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School support officer (Disability)
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NDIS approved facilities
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In-Home Care Organisations
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Community Organisations
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Accommodation & Respite Centres
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Aged Care Facilities
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Nursing Homes
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Local Councils
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St Vincent de Paul
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Rehabilitation Centres
Responsibilities
As an aged care worker, your daily tasks may involve:
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Assisting clients with personal care activities, ensuring their hygiene and well-being.
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Providing companionship and support, engaging in daily activities to promote social interaction.
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Performing household tasks like meal preparation, laundry, shopping, and maintaining cleanliness.
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Implementing strategies to manage health issues, particularly dementia, and ensuring the safety and comfort of clients.
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Organising and facilitating activities that stimulate clients emotionally and intellectually.
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Maintaining a safe living environment by identifying and addressing potential safety risks and hazards.
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Transporting clients to appointments, outings, and social engagements, ensuring their mobility needs are met.
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Utilising specialised equipment such as hoists, swivel cushions, and wheelchairs to assist clients with limited mobility.
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Implementing care programs for clients residing in residential care facilities.
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Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, family members, and carers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated support for clients.
Skills and Interests
As an aged care worker, it is important to possess certain personal attributes, such as:
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A caring and supportive attitude towards those you assist.
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Patience, discretion, and a high level of professionalism in your interactions.
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Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy objects when necessary.
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A strong commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of elderly individuals.
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Excellent communication and listening skills to effectively understand and respond to their needs.
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The ability to build positive relationships, earning trust and respect from clients.
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Initiative, enthusiasm, and motivation to actively contribute to their well-being.
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Tact, sensitivity, patience, and resilience to navigate challenging situations.
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Good organisational and planning skills for efficient care provision.
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The ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
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A non-judgmental attitude that fosters inclusivity and respect for all.
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Initiative, enthusiasm, and motivation to make a positive impact.
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A solid understanding of social and community issues relevant to elderly individuals.
What you'll learn
During your studies, you will acquire knowledge in various areas, including:
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Supporting individuals living with dementia, understanding their unique needs and providing appropriate care.
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Assisting clients with medication management, ensuring safe administration and adherence to prescribed regimens.
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Providing advocacy and representation services, empowering clients to exercise their rights and access necessary support.
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Familiarising yourself with the principles of recovery-oriented practice, promoting holistic well-being and person centred care.
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Developing effective communication techniques to build and maintain meaningful relationships with clients.
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Supporting individuals in palliative care, addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs with compassion.
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Acquiring the skills to assess and review emotional and physical well-being, as well as maintaining knowledge of healthy body systems.
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Providing individualised support and care tailored to the specific needs and preferences of each client.
Physical Criteria
The typical role will include the following physical activities
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Frequent lifting up to 16kg
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Frequent bending at knees and/ or hips
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Kneeling
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High grip strength (above 15kg / 50%)
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Good cardiovascular fitness
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Standing for long periods
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Ability to reach overhead
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Ability to reach below knee height
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Ability to reach forward
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Sitting for long periods
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Bilateral lift 10kg
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Unilateral carry 10kg
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Frequent pushing/pulling
Course Units
To successfully complete CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) you must complete the following units of competency.
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support (Core)
CHCCCS023 Support independence and well-being (Core)
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services (Core)
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically (Core)
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems (Core)
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practice for direct client care (Core)
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs (Elective)
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people (Elective)
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia (Elective)
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families (Elective)
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (Elective)
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Elective)
Assessment
Unlocking your potential has never been more thrilling! Assessment is a crucial element in your learning journey, paving the way to a nationally recognised qualification or a statement of attainment. Get ready to showcase your skills and knowledge through dynamic methods such as captivating presentations, hands-on demonstrations, immersive role plays, and engaging case studies. You'll be immersed in a world of active learning, where your progress will be celebrated at every step. Your learning experience will be an exhilarating adventure, propelling you towards achieving your educational goals with confidence!
Trainer Support
At Max Solutions, they take pride in their top-notch trainers! They're hand-picked for their vocational competencies, industry expertise, and teaching skills. In every class session, your trainer will leverage their wealth of experience to foster a dynamic, fulfilling, and engaging learning environment. With their passion for teaching, you'll be guided towards success by a dedicated partner who is committed to making your learning journey truly enjoyable. Get ready to thrive under their guidance and unlock your full potential!
Practical Placement Hours
Ready for hands-on experience? To complete this qualification, you'll need a current Police Check and Working with Children Check. You'll dive into the field with a minimum of 120 hours of workplace experience, gaining practical skills in community service delivery settings. From direct client work to community education or development, you'll make a real impact. Your supervisor's feedback during placement will contribute to your assessment. Exciting placement opportunities await, from community organisations to health facilities, mental health clinics to hospitals.
Note: travel may be required.
If you're already working in the field, you may be able to use your workplace for placement with approval from Max Solutions.
Further Study
After achieving CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following courses:
• CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Police Check
These checks are compulsory to gain in order to commence your work placement. It is recommended that you start to apply for these closer to your work placement commencement so they are relevant.
The Victoria Police provides a service to all Victorians who wish to obtain a National Police Certificate for employment, voluntary work and occupation-related licensing or registration purposes. Information about an individual's criminal history will not be released without an applicant's written consent other than for law enforcement purposes. Visit me for more information.
Police Check (Name Only): Approximately $50
*Prices are subject to change without warning.
Skills First Funding & Eligibility Criteria
Skills First is a Victorian Government scheme that helps people access subsidised vocational education and training. If you are eligible, the government will contribute to the cost of your course tuition fees.
Eligibility criteria for Skills First government-subsidised training
Citizenship/Residency
You must be:
1. an Australian citizen, or
2. a holder of a permanent visa, or
3. a New Zealand citizen (visa 444), or
4. an Asylum Seeker (though referral for government-subsidised training from the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre or the Australia Red Cross), or
5. a holder of one of the below visas (VEVO verification required):
* valid Bridging visa class E, or
* Safe Haven Enterprise visa, or
* Temporary Protection visa, or
* Bridging visa class F, or
* Humanitarian Stay (Temporary) (subclass 449) visa, or
* Temporary (Humanitarian Concern) (subclass 786) visa.
VIC Government funding eligibility rules – what’s changed?
1. Your prior education is no longer taken into consideration!
Now you can enrol and study any qualification at Max Solutions with government funding, regardless of what level of education you’ve completed in the past. This applies to all students who meet the citizenship/ residency requirements.
Prior to this change, you had to ‘upskill’ to get government funding.. but now you don’t.
2. Removal of ‘2 at level in a lifetime’ limit!
You can study more than 2 courses that are at the same qualification level with government funding! Prior to 1 January 2023, you could only study 2 of the same level qualifications with government funding in your lifetime.. but now you don’t.
3. What hasn’t changed?
You can still only be studying no more than 2 government funded qualifications at any one point in time. This is known as the ‘2 in a year’ limit.
Course Fees & Payment Plans
If you are eligible for Skills First Funding your fees are: $0 Admin Fee + $100 Tuition Fee (Non-concession), $20 (Concession)
If you do not meet the Eligibility Criteria you can still undertake the course as a Fee For Service Student, your fee is: $4,800
Payment plans are available to Full Fee paying students.
Centrelink
Please note that some Centrelink Payments may be affected by undertaking study. We strongly advise you speak to your Centrelink Coordinator to see if you are affected. Fresh Futures Australia accepts no responsibility or liability for affected payments.
Meet your Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
Max Solutions is an exceptional Registered Training Organisation that offers a wide range of training programs for individuals and businesses. They provide nationally recognised qualifications in sectors such as business, community services, healthcare, and hospitality. With experienced trainers and a commitment to quality education, Max Solutions empowers learners to achieve their career goals. Their user-friendly website provides detailed course information, access to resources, and student support services. As a trusted RTO in Victoria, Max Solutions equips learners with the necessary skills and knowledge for success in their chosen fields.
Enrolment Process
1. Fill out our Student Questionnaire
The Student Questionnaire is designed for me to get to know you a little better before I pass your details over to the RTO conducting the course. This doesn't guarantee your acceptance into the RTO nor is it a part of the enrolment paperwork.
2. Speak to one of our Student Liaison Coordinators
Once you have completed your Student Questionnaire, one of our Student Liaison Coordinators will give you a courtesy call to:
- Further discuss your eligibility.
- Ensure you have read over the study details.
- Speak further about your career goals and suitability for the course.
- Give you additional information and answer any further questions you may have.
If you decide that you would like to proceed with the application process after speaking with one of our Student Liaison Coordinators then we will invite you to an Information Session.
3. Information Session
This Information Session is your opportunity to speak to Max Solutions friendly team and listen to valuable information about the course, complete your application forms and enrol. Please note that the Information Session is compulsory for you to complete before your first day of class. To complete the enrolment forms, you will need the following:
- Unique Student Identifier (USI) - Create your USI here.
- Victorian Student Number (VSN) - Only required for students who have attended a Victorian school since 2009
- Evidence of Citizenship/Residency and Age such as Drivers Licence and Medicare Card.
Please have these documents with you during the enrolment session. A Max Solutions Authorised Delegate will review your form and determine the progression of enrolment.
What will be covered
- General information about Max Solutions, industry areas and delivery locations
- Vocational Education & Training, learning pathways, course choice and industry based trainers
- Student Support
- Entry requirements, LLN Quiz, funding eligibility
- Course details, expected hours of study, student handbook, refund policy
- Practical placement (Police Records Check)
- Fees and payment options
- Your suitability for the course
4. First day of class
On the first day, get ready to meet your amazing trainer, dive into the course syllabus, discover classroom expectations, and connect with your awesome classmates through fun introductory activities. Let the learning adventure begin!
We're here to support you every step of the way in your journey to enrol in our courses at Fresh Futures Australia. To ensure classes start on time, we kindly request your assistance. If you've submitted your Student Questionnaire, we take it as a positive sign that you're ready to continue with the enrolment process. However, if you still have questions or uncertainties, please don't hesitate to reach out to me personally. I'm here to address any further queries you may have.
To ensure a vibrant classroom environment, we need a minimum of 15 students to commence classes. If you see a missed call, voicemail, or text message from us or the RTO, please be courteous and give us a callback, even if it's to let us know you're no longer interested. We won't be offended!
We eagerly anticipate receiving your Student Questionnaire and discussing your career path with you further. Let's speak soon and take the first step towards achieving your goals!