- Funding is available for local students ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA program.
Course Overview
Acquire the skills and knowledge to gain a career in community and/or residential aged care facilities. Learn to provide personal care to people who may require support due to ageing or disability. Be trained in safety procedures and the legal and ethical framework of this sector.
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Personal Care Giver
- Respite Care Worker
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Western Australia
- Perth
Duration Study Load
International Students
Option 1: 26 Weeks (Standard Pathway)
- Includes Work-Based Training of 8 weeks at 20 hours per week (total of 160 hours)
- Classes are rostered for 3 days per week — including 6 weeks of holidays
Option 2: 16 Week* (Intensive Pathway)
- Includes Work-Based Training of 4 weeks at 38 hours per week (total of 152 hours)
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week - Does not include holidays
- Work-Based Training placement to be completed full time (minimum 38 hours per week)
For Local Students
Option 2: 16 Weeks* (Intensive Pathway)
- Includes Work-Based Training of 4 weeks at 38 hours per week (total of 152 hours)
- Classes are rostered for 3 days per week
- Does not include holidays
- Requires Work-Based Training placement to be completed full time (minimum 38 hours per week)
Note: Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
*Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.
Entry Requirements
Academic
Completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
English Proficiency
Intermediate Level of English OR IELTS Test Score of 5.0 OR other recognised English Language tests such as:
- TOEFL iBT Test Score of 58
- PTE Academic Test Score of 36
- Cambridge English: FCE
- OET Pass Grade
- TOEFL PBT Test Score of 490
- TOEIC 500
Work Placement
During Work-Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready> at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work-Based Training agreements with a number of employers.
All Work-Based Training is organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students.
Before commencement of Work-Based Training, students are also required to provide:
- National Police Certificate (WA)
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) screening certificate
- Medical Clearance may also be required
- Evidence of Flu Vaccination
- Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination*
*Fully vaccinated: You must have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 Vaccination AND a mandatory third dose when it is due (currently 3 months after 2nd dose).
Recognition Of Prior Learning
Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Additional Information
Government funding
Local Students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner.
Pathways
On completion of the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support, you may also pursue a CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support at Stanley College or CRICOS registered training organisations.
Subjects
About Stanley College
Stanley College is a comprehensive Teaching Institute of Higher Education with over 13 years of experience. We provide English language courses, vocational training, bachelor's degrees and professional year qualifications equivalent to TAFE and University degrees in Australia.
Our integrated approach to education and partnerships with Industry allow students to acquire the skills and knowledge they need for their chosen career by ensuring they are job-ready.
Eligible Australian Students pay nothing upfront with available Government Funding.
Stanley College offers:
- Flexible class schedules.
- Personalised learning and small class sizes with attention from experienced teachers.
- A curriculum relevant to today's workforce needs
- State-of-the-art facilities with our cafe, bar, restaurant, commercial cooking and creche areas.
- Quality student support services, including counselling & financial assistance.
Stanley College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #51973).
