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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support 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. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to gain employment in ageing, or disability support services.
During this course, students will develop the skills and knowledge to work one-on-one with clients to maximise and maintain independence and well-being. Training and assessment will ensure learners are able to work legally and ethically with a diverse range of people within the scope of practice for a support worker. Applying a holistic care approach and working healthily and safely in a direct care environment are key focuses throughout training and assessment of the qualification
After the completion of this course, you will be ready to take on a variety of job roles within the industry like –
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support has a total duration of 52 weeks. This includes:
DP Training offers a class based mode of study including:
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We accept the following English tests and levels for entry into VET courses.
| Test | VET Requirements |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic Module | Minimum overall score of 6.0 |
| Cambridge Advanced English (Certificate in Advanced English)** | Minimum overall score of 169 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Module | Minimum overall score of 50 |
| TOEFL Internet Based Test (iBT) (only accepted if test is taken on or before 25 July 2023)* | Minimum overall score of 64 |
*On 26 July 2023 the TOEFL internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) stopped offering English language tests for Australian visa purposes. A score for a TOEFL iBT test taken on or after 26 July 2023 will no longer satisfy the English language requirement for Student visa purposes. Only TOEFL iBT scores from a test taken on or before 25 July 2023 are accepted for Student visa purposes.
**From 12 February 2024, only results from the paper-based Cambridge C1 Advanced test (previously known as Cambridge English: Advanced CAE) will be accepted for Australian visa and migration purposes. Test scores for both C1 Advanced paper-based and computer-based tests, taken before 12 February 2024, within the specified validity period are still accepted.
Prospective students must complete in FULL an International Student Application and Statement of Purpose, attaching ALL requisite supporting documentation.
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) has 15 Units of Competency (9 core units, with 6 specialising in Ageing and Disability). These specialised units have been chosen to reflect the current needs of the industry. To receive an award for this qualification, students are required to complete all units listed above as competent and meet the requirements of at least 120 hours of vocational placement within a period of 52 weeks.
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCAGE011 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care |
| CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
DP Training has industry partnerships with a number of highly regarded aged care, Disability, Community Service Providers to support students undertaking 120 hours of mandatory vocational placement. Students must demonstrate the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom and through practical simulations on the workplace.
To be eligible to undertake a vocational placement, you must be able to engage in all practical requirements of your course, including all aspects of Manual Handling.You will need to complete several security checks and comply with any vaccination requirements. This may include, but is not limited to:
For a list of recognised COVID-19 vaccines, please see: https://www.tga.gov.au/products/covid-19/covid-19-vaccines/international-covid-19-vaccines-recognised-australia
