Are you interested in pursuing a career where you are responsible for providing care for people in the home and within the community?
About
Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community) (CHC33015) provides the skills and training necessary to fulfill a care role in aged, disability and other person-centred support settings.
The units of study provide students with foundational skills and knowledge to work in the aged, disability and home and community care industry. Students learn to work with individuals to support their independence and wellbeing, in their homes or in community settings.
This stream specialises in home and community care, equipping students with additional key skills specific to these settings.
Upon completion of placement, support to find employment in your field can be provided.
Entry Requirements
- Applicants must be 18 years or older.
- Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education or must meet the Language & Literacy testing requirements
- If your level of English is insufficient, a suitable course can be organised.
- All successful applicants will be required to undertake a police check at their own expense to meet workplace regulatory requirements before commencement of practical placement.
Assessment Methods
- Questioning (oral or written)
- Portfolios, projects and reports
- Workplace (observation/demonstration tasks)
- Written assessments
- Role plays
- Research tasks
- Third-party feedback
- Self-reflection and evaluation
Education Pathways
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Service
HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing
Career Pathways
- Personal Care Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- In-home Respite Worker
- Community Care Worker
Delivery
Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community) runs for 7.5 months (not including school holidays, public holidays and practical placement).
- Face to face delivery with 120 hours of mandatory work placement
- Online delivery with 120 hours of mandatory work placement
- Blended delivery which can include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery. Blended learning can involve a range of online programs and resources, however some face to face modules of study are required. Blended delivery also includes 120 hours of mandatory work placement.
This course is delivered across Victoria.
Units of Study
Core Units
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Core Units | |
|
CHCCCS015 |
Provide individualised support |
|
CHCCCS023 |
Support independence and well being |
|
CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
|
CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
|
CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
|
HLTAAP001 |
Recognise healthy body systems |
|
HLTWHS002 |
Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| Home and Community | |
|
CHCAGE005 |
Provide support to people living with dementia |
|
CHCPAL001 |
Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
|
CHCDIS007 |
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
|
CHCCCS011 |
Meet personal support needs |
|
CHCCCS025 |
Support relationships with carers and families |
|
CHCHCS001 |
Provide home and community support services |
*Course Fees
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Training services are provided to eligible individuals with Funds made available by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments.
Individuals with disability are encouraged to access the training subsidised through the Skills First Program.
Enrolment in a government funded place may impact on your ability to access future government funding.
Further Information
Enrolments and enquiries welcome at any time, classes are ongoing and individually paced. If you don’t see a date or time that suits you, contact us to explore flexible learning options – including online learning.
Next Step
Interested in studying a Certificate III in Individual Support (Home & Community) with WCIG, but want more information? Our expert training team can answer any questions you have to help you make the next step.
