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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) CHC33021

Training provided by MAX Solutions, RTO 0667.

Course Overview

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) equips you with the skills to provide compassionate, person-centred care to individuals in need due to ageing or disability. This qualification is tailored for those aiming to work in community, residential, or home care settings, where personalised support plays a vital role in enhancing clients' quality of life. Through this programme, you'll learn how to respect individual preferences while promoting their dignity and independence.

 

The course covers essential areas such as health and safety, monitoring and reporting changes in health, and implementing individual care plans. You'll gain practical skills for daily assistance, like mobility support and hygiene, while fostering emotional and social well-being by encouraging clients to engage with their communities. These skills are designed to prepare you for the unique challenges of both ageing and disability support, giving you a comprehensive foundation for professional care.

 

With this qualification, you’ll be prepared for roles like Aged Care Worker, Disability Support Worker, and Community Care Worker. This is more than a career path; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, providing comfort, independence, and companionship to those who need it most.

Course Essentials

Course Essentials

Qualification Code: CHC33021

Qualification Name: Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability)

Recognition: Nationally recognised - meets Australian Qualifications Framework.

Study mode: Blended classroom delivery

Duration: From 12 months. Depending on the month/intake, the course typically consists of 42 tuition weeks, excluding holidays and placement.

Assessment: Knowledge evidence, direct demonstration and observation, portfolios, projects, role plays, case studies and presentations.

Practical Placement Hours: 120 hours (Minimum)

Funded Admin Fee: $0

Funded Tuition Fee: $0

Requirements

Interested in our course? Here's what you need to know before diving in:
 

Education: There are no formal education entry requirements for this course.
 

Minimum Age: You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
 

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: Throughout your studies, you will be required to complete your research and assessments as well as accessing your emails using a desktop/laptop with internet availability.
 

Police Check: In order to participate in practical placement hours, it is required to hold current and satisfactory checks for this qualification.

Suitability requirements: This qualification requires you to have physical attributes suitable for workplace experience within the disability industry which encompasses manual handling of equipment and clients.

Requirements

Potential job titles:

Typical employers of community workers:

  • Disability service officer worker

  • Assistant in Nursing

  • In-home respite care worker

  • Personal caregiver

  • Support worker

  • School support officer (Disability)

  • NDIS approved facilities

  • In-Home Care Organisations

  • Community Organisations

  • Accommodation & Respite Centres

  • Aged Care Facilities

  • Nursing Homes

  • Local Councils

  • St Vincent de Paul

  • Rehabilitation Centres

Responsibilities

As an aged care worker some tasks you could perform throughout your day can include:

  • Assisting clients with personal care activities.

  • Providing companionship and support during daily activities.

  • Performing household tasks such as preparing meals, laundry, shopping and cleaning.

  • Implementing strategies for managing dementia and other health issues.

  • Delivering activities that promote emotional and intellectual stimulation.

  • Maintaining a safe living environment by minimising or removing safety risks or hazards.

  • Transporting clients to appointments, outings and social engagements.

  • Using equipment to assist clients with limited mobility such as hoists, swivel cushions and wheelchairs.

  • Implementing care programs for clients in residential care facilities.

  • Liaising with other health care professionals, family members and carers.

Skills and Interests

As an aged care worker some personal attributes should be:

  • A caring and supportive attitude.

  • Patience, discretion and a high level of professionalism.

  • To be physically fit and able to lift heavy objects.

  • To be committed to the rights of elderly people.

  • Excellent communication and listening skills.

  • The ability to build good relationships and earn trust and respect.

  • Initiative, enthusiasm and motivation.

  • Tact and sensitivity patience and resilience.

  • Good organisational and planning skills.

  • The ability to relate to people from all backgrounds.

  • Patience and perseverance, for coping with challenges and setbacks.

  • A non-judging attitude initiative, enthusiasm and motivation.

  • A good understanding of social and community issues.

  • Commitment to equality and diversity.

Skills and Interests

What you'll learn

Throughout your studies, you will discover the knowledge of:

  • Supporting people living with dementia.

  • Assisting clients with medication.

  • Providing advocacy and representations services.

  • The principles of recovery-oriented practice.

  • Communication techniques to build and maintain relationships.

  • Supporting people in palliative care.

  • Assess and review emotional, physical well-being and healthy body systems.

  • Encouraging community participation and social inclusion.

  • Providing individualised support and care.

  • Supporting people with disabilities

Course Units

Course Units

To successfully complete CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) you must complete the following units of competency.

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

This qualification requires you to hold a current and satisfactory Police Check to undertake workplace experience. You are required to undertake a minimum of 120 hours of workplace experience through work placement for new entrants or a third party report for existing industry workers in a relevant disability setting.
 

Some examples of where your placement will be undertaken are:

Community Organisations
Volunteer Community Organisations
Health Facilities
Hospitals
 
Please note in some cases travelling may be required.
 

If you are currently working in the sector, your workplace may be used to undertake your practical placement hours, however, is subject to approval by the RTO.

Further Study

After achieving CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may continue their studies by enrolling in the following courses:
• CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

• CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability

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 + $0 Tuition Fee 
 

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.

Course Fees

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

Please note that the Information Session is compulsory for you to complete before your first day of class. If you miss your Information Session this may delay your course commencement date. All of your First Day details will be confirmed during the Information Session and reminders will be emailed and SMS to you. 

In an effort to keep classes commencing on time, we need a little help from you. If you choose to submit your Student Questionnaire, we at Fresh Futures Australia take that as a sign you'd like to continue along the path of enrolment. If you are still a little unsure then please reach back out to myself so we can discuss any further questions you may have.
 

In order for classes to commence, we need 15+ students. This allows a healthy classroom environment for everyone. If we are trying to give you a call and 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 just a notification that you are no longer interested. Our feelings won't be hurt.
 

We look forward to receiving your Student Questionnaire and speaking to you further about your career path.

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