If you're looking for a way to get started in aged care, then a certificate III in individual support or aged care is the perfect choice! Being a care worker means you'll spend your time giving back to older people and providing ageing support and personal care for those who may struggle to do so themselves.
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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) CHC33021
If you have a passion for helping those most in need, this qualification is one way you can utilise your knowledge for the benefit of others. The Aged Care and Disability sector is one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing service industries. In 2...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Aged Care Support Worker +6
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) CHC33021
Get started in a career in aged care and disability with our nationally recognised CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability). You’ll gain the skills, knowledge and professional attributes to care for and support people livi...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) (QLD Only) CHC33021
This Nationally Accredited Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), will give you the skills and knowledge to work in the Ageing and Disability care industry and support those who are most vulnerable! Work in one of the most rew...
Study Method In-class, Online, Virtual
Location Queensland
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) (Brisbane Only) CHC33021
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in community and residential settings, offering person-centred support to those who may require assistance due to ageing, disability, or other circumstances. By completing the nationally accredited CH...
Study Method Blended, In-class, Online, Virtual
Location Queensland
Job Outcomes Accommodation Support Worker +11
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) CHC33021
With demand for healthcare support professionals on the rise, there’s never been a better time to start a career where you can truly make a difference. The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) gives you the hands-on sk...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) CHC33021
If you’re interested in becoming an aged care worker, disability support worker, or an in-home care assistant, this course provides hands-on learning to build your confidence and capability. You’ll learn how to deliver person-centred suppor...
Study Method Online, Virtual
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Support Worker +10
Certificate III in Individual Support (Regional VIC/SA Only) CHC33021
The Certificate III in Individual Support will give you the core skills and knowledge you need, to start a meaningful career supporting clients in the Aged Care & Disability sectors. This course delivery includes the Ageing specialisation, providin...
Study Method Blended, Online
Location South Australia +1
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Certificate III in Individual Support (Perth Only) CHC33021
The Certificate III in Individual Support equips students with the skills and knowledge to provide person-centred care to individuals in aged care, disability, or community settings. This course is ideal for those passionate about supporting people to...
Study Method In-class
Location Perth Western Australia
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) (SA and WA Only) CHC33021
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) prepares you to work across two essential areas of the care sector—aged care and disability support. This dual qualification builds practical skills and compassionate approaches to del...
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Study Method Blended
Location South Australia +1
Job Outcomes Aged Care Worker +6
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Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing OR Disability) (Perth Only) CHC33021
If you have a passion for helping those most in need, this qualification is one way you can utilise your knowledge for the benefit of others. Package the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing or Disability) (CHC33021) to save time and gain know...
Study Method In-class
Location Perth Western Australia +2
Job Outcomes Care Assistant +4
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) (WA Only) CHC33021
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is the ideal qualification for anyone passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people or those living with disability. This nationally recognised course prepar...
Study Method In-class
Location Western Australia
Job Outcomes Care Supervisor +1
Online Aged Care courses also available
What is a Certificate III in Aged Care?
A Cert III in aged care is a formal qualification you can achieve by undertaking a course in Australia. It’s often used as a starting point for those who want to try out being a support worker or aged care worker, but who may not know where they want to specialise yet, or who have little experience in the industry of community care. A Cert III in aged care may teach you:
- How to provide both in-home care and care service based out of an aged care facility
- About the aged care industry and provide work placement opportunities
- When and how disability services may overlap with personal support needs for the elderly
- How to support independence in the elderly
- Safe work practices for a community support worker, aged care worker or personal care provider
- The difference between a home care assistant and a nursing assistant
- How to work with a range of diverse people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- First aid qualifications
Why should I study a Certificate III in Aged Care?
Working in aged care can be incredibly rewarding, but as such can also be uniquely challenging. As such, it’s crucial that you’ve completed training prior to becoming a residential care worker or aged care assistant.
A Certificate III is the perfect way to dip your toe in – start some study and experience work placement and providing direct client care, with the option of further study down the road. Studying a Certificate III will give you the perfect base to become a personal care worker.
Studying Aged Care can lead to a lifelong, full-time career with heaps of career outcomes, including moving into health care, working your way up in the aged care sector to serve on boards and owning your own individual support (ageing, home and community) agency. Enquire above to find out more about aged care courses!
How to study Aged Care
If you think a Certificate III in Aged Care could be for you, there are heaps of ways to get started.
Many courses have few entry requirements, as they’re taught through TAFE or VET. This also allows for short courses that are taught as an online course, so you can study from anywhere! (Although international students should check with CRICOS to see which courses are available) Courses in community services may also include a traineeship. Courses that you may be able to complete in relation to a Certificate III in Aged Care, including individual subjects and further study:
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
- CHCDIV001 Work With Diverse People
- CHCLEG001
- CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and Work in Health or Community Services
- HLTAAP001 Recognise Healthy Body Systems
- HLTWHS002 Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
- CHCCCS023 Support Independence and Wellbeing
- CHCCCS011 Meet Personal Support Needs
- CHCAGE005 Provide Support to People Living With Dementia
- CHCAGE001 Facilitate the Empowerment of Older People
If a course in aged care sounds like it could be for you, then make sure to check out our pages on individual courses, for information about course fees and how to enrol in Australian RTO‘s.
