Overview
This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community based environments.
Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery. Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organisation and the quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters.
Our Certificate IV in Ageing Support course is suitable for those seeking to work in, working in, or who have studied in the Aged Care sector; as well as people with care or community service experience looking to advance their skills. This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities, or homes within defined organisation guidelines and service plans.
During the course you will learn to carry out activities related to maintaining an individual’s well being through personal care and other activities of good living. You will also learn to provide services to individuals with complex needs, and work with groups of older people.
Study pathways
Upon successful completion of this program offers pathways into CHC52021 Diploma in Community Services (Note: This qualification is not delivered by InterCare Training at present)
Current & Previous Students have also enrolled into the following to broaden employment opportunities: CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support or 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 individuals 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 |
| • | 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 have processes in place to promote suitable and appropriate course enrolments including but not limited to: an invitation to a detailed information session, a Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment, and a Pre-Training Review to ensure the best suited course aligned to your needs and wants, is identified before enrolment is finalised.
A national Police clearance is required before the placement component can be undertaken.
Evidence of some vaccinations is also a requirement including but not limited to influenza (flu) vaccination, COVID vaccination prior to the placement component.
Course units
Your Certificate IV in Ageing Support will include the below:
- Total number of units = 18
- 15 core units
- 3 elective units
See full packaging requirements for CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support (training.gov.au/Training/Details/CHC43015)
Work Placement
Bring your learning to life by applying what you’ve learned in the classroom to real-world settings. Every qualification at InterCare includes a work placement. Our goal is to ensure you’re equipped with practical skills and knowledge that perfectly match industry standards.
Our Work Placement Process:
- Student placement will be organised on behalf of the Student by InterCare Training
- The Student will be allocated work placement within a 1-hour radius of the course location (public transport is not taken into consideration within this timing)
- Student work placement is non-negotiable and must be completed within a 3 week period Monday to Friday. No weekend work is required
- We work closely with our industry partners to make student’s work placement as seamless as possible
Current clear Police Check Required
Our industry partners require a clean police check for us to place you for work placement. If you have concerns regarding your police check, please raise this before enrolment so we can advise if this may impact your ability to complete the qualification.
Discover the prerequisites for enrolling in our work placement program.
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
Assesement
- 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 facility under supervision over a specified period of time
- Assessment of practical skills will be assessed on during the placement component
3. Support & post-placement review
Government Funding
Explore the process of obtaining government funding in Australia by understanding the eligibility criteria. Meeting these specified standards could result in a significant subsidy of your course fees through government assistance.
The student will no longer be eligible for a government-subsidised training place under a program once they complete the qualification level targeted through the program.
How To Apply
- Visit our online portal and fill out the application form
- Submit the necessary documents, including academic records and identification
- Complete the language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment and the pre-training review (PTR)
- You will receive an email confirming all enrolment requirements have been met
- And, our friendly staff will give you a call to allocate you to a suitable class, within one business day
