Overview
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.
Are you ready to begin a meaningful career and care for others in need? By completing a nationally accredited Certificate III in Individual Support; you gain entry to work in this growing sector as a personal carer at an Aged Care facility or Residential Aged Care Facility. With Government funding now available for study (subject to eligibility); there has never been a better time!
Study pathways
This program offers pathways into CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Program objectives
At InterCare Training we want to ensure that you have a fun and enjoyable learning experience, it is because of this that we offer a range of flexible training delivery and assessment models to meet each individual’s needs.
Program Objectives:
- Develop foundation knowledge and understanding to work effectively with older people.
- Develop skills in the day-to-day, hands-on support and care of clients when working of an aged care facility
- Carry out activities to maintain personal care and other activities of living for people in an aged care setting
- Carry out activities related to an individualised plan
- Work effectively with co-workers and report directly to a supervisor
- Develop cultural awareness and respectful practices
Why study in the Community Services industry
InterCare video transcript: Why Study in the Community Services Industry
G: I went to work in the Service Industry because I care about people.
D: I chose this course as I wanted to help the community.
S: The most that I was hoping to achieve out of being in the Community Services area was certainly to give back to the community.
G: I come from IT background and that’s dealing mainly with machines and it’s getting closer to people.
D: I actually have a background in retail but I wanted to change my career. This was the best time for me to do it as the kids have got an older
S: I was in Sales and Marketing and Customer Service for the last 35 years. And back in January, I was laid off my job.
DN: They’ve got to that situation. Where, “What am I going to do?” “I’ve been doing this for 30 years. What am I going to do now?” All we can do is give them the options, give them me explanations that they made, give them the reassurance. And then the decision is up to them. But I tell them. They’ve got to have the passion for the industry.
JS: If I’m going to put my mother or my dad into care. If you are going to look after my parents but you don’t have emotionally, you don’t feel anything. There’s no point.
DN: If I train you, would I like you looking after somebody I love? And that’s always a good indication to me.
D: I’m happy now. I can go out and get the career that I’ve always wanted. To help people and help the community. Inter Care makes the transition such a breeze. It’s amazing.
S: For anyone that’s contemplating studying I certainly would say, go for it. You have the best support and the advice that I would give is certainly just give it a go. You won’t be disappointed.
Potential future job roles
This course prepares you to work in job roles such as:
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Assistant in Nursing
- Home Care Assistant
- Care Assistant
- Personal Care Assistant
- Care Service Employees
- Personal Care Giver
- Care Workers
- Personal Care Worker
- Care Workers
- Personal Care Worker
- Community Care Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Community Hours Worker
- Support Worker
Course requirements
There are no pre-requisite qualifications for entry into this qualification, InterCare Training will ensure Pre-Training Review processes are in place to promote suitable and appropriate course enrolments and to protect prospective students prior to enrolling into this training product from being disadvantaged by the inability to meet the AQF level required.
Evidence of the following is required BEFORE placement can be undertaken:
- A national Police clearance
- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Worker Check
- Vaccinations – including but not limited to the flu vaccine, and 3 COVID vaccinations
Course units
Your CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) will include the below:
- Total number of units = 15
- 9 core units
- 6 elective units
See full packaging requirements for CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) (training.gov.au/CHC33021)
Pathways to employment
Courses Stages
1. Theory
- Core unit theory and essential knowledge component is delivered in the classroom or via zoom (virtual class)
- The practical skills will be developed through dedicated lab days and practical simulations under supervision over a specified period of time
Assessement
- Demonstration of knowledge through written answers and projects
- Demonstration of workplace skills and knowledge through practical placement based around workplace activities
2. Work placement
120 hours: 7am to 3pm
Typically 3 week period
- The practical skills will be developed on the job during the placement component in an Aged Care or Disability Care facility under supervision, over a specified period of time as indicated in your schedule
- Assessment of practical skills will be assessed during the placement component
3. Support & post-placement review
InterCare Alumni automatically access the benefits of our InterCare Staffing and Employment services and become priority candidates for roles being recruited for.
