- No Set-up Fee & Flexible Payment Plans Available
- Upskilled supports students with finding employment through Upskilled Health and Community Services Job Portal. Enquire to learn more
- Government Funding is NOT available for this course
- Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and CANNOT accept International Student Visa Holders (Subclass 500)
Course Overview
Are you passionate about a career in caring for others, both in the aged care and disability sectors? The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is your gateway to becoming a skilled Care Worker in these vital fields. As a professional in aged care and disability support, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, whether in a residential setting or within the community.
This comprehensive course is tailored to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in your roles as a Care Worker, both for the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, it includes a Work Placement component, ensuring you gain hands-on experience and confidence in providing exceptional care to both aging and disabled individuals.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Support Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Aged Care Support Worker
- Carer – Residential Aged Care
- Residential Care Worker
- Personal Care Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- In Home Respite Worker
- Disability Service Officer
- Community Care Worker
- Community House Worker
What You'll Learn
In this qualification, you will undertake a series of units designed to develop your skills as a professional aged care and disability support worker. These units will equip you with the knowledge and competencies required to excel in your roles, emphasising compassion and ethics. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world settings during work placement.
You will learn to:
- Help clients with domestic duties and personal care needs, ensuring their well-being and comfort
- Support clients in their social and emotional health, providing a caring and nurturing environment
- Aid clients to move safely from one area to another, ensuring their safety and mobility
- Assist clients in navigating the NDIS system and gain access to other vital services, ensuring they receive the support they need
- Empower clients to feel independent and reach their goals, fostering their self-esteem and personal growth
- Build strong and meaningful relationships with carers and families, creating a supportive network for those you care for
By enrolling in this course, you will be well-prepared to deliver compassionate care to individuals in both the aging and disability sectors, making a positive impact in their lives and providing comprehensive support in a wide range of areas.
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Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
Duration Study Load
- This course is designed to be completed within 18 months
- There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated, well-organised, experienced and committed to making time to study can complete the qualification at an accelerated pace
Delivery
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100% online
Entry Requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Once you have inquired, one of our friendly Education Consultants will contact you to ensure you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification
Course Features
By choosing Upskilled, you will gain access to supplementary resources that can help with your studies. These inclusions aim to enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging. These include:
- Access to Upskilled’s customised learning platform, MyUpskilled
- Student Support Team
- Core and specialist trainers
- Online tutorials
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Role-Playing and Interactive Learning Activities
This course comes with Interactive Learning Activities. Upskilled understands the importance of practical experience, so to complement the theory components of your course, our specialist trainers may run ad-hoc Interactive Learning Activities.
You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with other students – sharing questions, thoughts and ideas, as well as participating together in interactive learning activities.
Work Placement
For the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability), the work placement requirements are as follows:
- If you are currently working in the disability industry, you are required to undertake a period of at least 120 hours of direct support work in at least one aged care, home and community, disability, or community service organisation, focusing on activities specified for CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
- If you are not currently working in the disability industry, you are required to complete an additional ten (10) hours of work placement in addition to the 120 hours. This extra placement provides you with the opportunity to practice the specific skills required in the disability industry
Recognition Of Prior Learning
- You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) provided that you have supporting evidence of any prior education and work experience. This can either reduce your study load or shorten the duration of your course. Prior to enrolment, please speak with your Education Consultant for further details
- After enrolment, you can download the application from MyUpskilled, or on request from Student Support. A trainer will be assigned to assess your eligibility for RPL and/or CT
Assessment
- This course will have you undertake summative and formative assessments, write reports and/or create a portfolio, and participate in role-playing scenarios. You’ll also be working on a variety of projects that require your own research as well as answering various written/oral questions that apply the theory you learn into practice
Testimonials
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"Personally I enjoyed the selected content of the course! What I appreciate most is the way is organised! I never found a school website/platform so well organised in every details!! I personally struggle with concentration and find the “immersive reader” tool was truly a gift! Jackie is an incredible teacher: very efficient, supportive, helpful and friendly! I wish the school is gonna introduce soon the Certificate IV of Individual Support !!! Thank you all!"Illaria NicorelliCertificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Pathways
If you successfully complete the CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability), you may be able to pursue the following related qualifications:
- CHC52021 – Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
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About Upskilled Pty Ltd
Upskilled is Australia’s pre-eminent provider of qualifications at certificate and diploma level. We specialise in the online delivery of nationally accredited courses in key industries, ensuring that every learning experience is an investment in career opportunity. Upskilled is proud to be synonymous with outcomes that skill the economy, support the community, and reward our graduates on both a personal and professional level.
At the heart of Upskilled is a commitment to exploring the training opportunities made possible by the digital age. As the internet revolutionises the educational playing field, the rules of student engagement must evolve just as quickly.
Upskilled understands that instant access does not equate to instant knowledge. We understand that a new kind of student requires a new style of learning.
At its heart, learning is an interaction. For that reason, the tools that deliver effective skills learning must be interactive too. By understanding how people systemise information effectively, Upskilled has been able to develop online programs that make study natural, rewarding, and fun.
Upskilled Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40374)
