Note: This qualification CHC33015 has been superseded. Its expiry date is 21 November 2023. Relevant students will be transitioned to the superseding qualification CHC33021 when it is available at our college.

Course Description

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. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.

Employment Opportunities

This course may provide learners with employment opportunities in aged care facilities.

Job titles may include:

• Personal care assistant
• Personal care giver
• Personal care worker
• Residential care worker

Mode of Study

The mode of study includes:

• Online and face-to-face training (Blended delivery)
• Practical application during work placement (120 hours)
• Self-study during the duration of the course

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods include written tests, third party reports in logbook and observations in the work place.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

A learner may be to apply for RPL if they have gained competency from work, other programs, courses, life experience or training provided at work that is relevant to the course. The College recognises the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent
• Sufficient Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Skills/ Successful completion of the College's LLN test.
• Basic computer skills are required, however, adequate student support is available when needed.
• Access to a computer, tablet or mobile phone, and the Internet.

Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience with older persons within a Community Services industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.

Additional Requirement:

Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:

• A Federal Police background check (name check),no older than 6 months
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check
• A First Aid Course Certificate
• Evidence of up-to-date relevant vaccination

Applicants must be physically capable of doing general lifting and be prepared to be on their feet for long stretches of time.



Course Contents/ Units of Competency




CHCCCS015	Provide individualised support	CORE UNIT
CHCCCS023	Support independence and well being	CORE UNIT
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services	CORE UNIT
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	CORE UNIT
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically	CORE UNIT
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems	CORE UNIT
HLTWHS002	Follow safe work practices for direct client care	CORE UNIT




CHCAGE001	Facilitate the empowerment of older people	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCAGE005	Provide support to people living with dementia	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCCCS011	Meet personal support needs	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCCCS025	Support relationships with carers and families	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCHCS001	Provide home and community support services	ELECTIVE UNIT
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control	ELECTIVE UNIT

*Elective units have been selected by the College in consultation with industry experts.

Training Product Status	Superseded
Training Product Release Date	28 April 2022

Duration

22 Weeks - Full Time Study

Campus Location

Level 9, 310 King Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000

Contact Us

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Email:
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course code

CHC33015 Superseded

intake Dates

Weekly Enrolment