Course Description

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.

Pathways

After completing this qualification, individuals may undertake further studies in: HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing

Employment Opportunities

Job titles may include:

• Personal care worker
• Care supervisor
• Care team leader
• Residential care worker

Mode of Study

The mode of study includes:

• Online and face-face training (Blended Delivery)
• Practical application during work placement (300 hours)

Note: The work placement will be organised by the College at the approved Aged Care facilities where the College has an agreement with.

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 able 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

• 18 years or older
• Satisfactorily completed year 12 or equivalent
• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
• 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 Requirements:

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 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




CHCADV001	Facilitate the interests and rights of clients	CORE UNIT
CHCAGE001	Facilitate the empowerment of older people	CORE UNIT
CHCAGE003	Coordinate services for older people	CORE UNIT
CHCAGE004	Implement interventions with older people at risk	CORE UNIT
CHCAGE005	Provide support to people living with dementia	CORE UNIT
CHCCCS006	Facilitate individual service planning and delivery	CORE UNIT
CHCCCS011	Meet personal support needs	CORE UNIT
CHCCCS023	Support independence and well being	CORE UNIT
CHCCCS025	Support relationships with carers and families	CORE UNIT
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	CORE UNIT
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	CORE UNIT
CHCPAL001	Deliver care services using a palliative approach	CORE UNIT
CHCPRP001	Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships	CORE UNIT
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems	CORE UNIT
HLTWHS002	Follow safe work practices for direct client care	CORE UNIT




CHCCOM002	Use communication to build relationships	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCCCS017	Provide loss and grief support	ELECTIVE UNIT
HLTFSE001	Follow basic food safety practices	ELECTIVE UNIT

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

Training Product Status	Current
Training Product Release Date	8 December 2015

Duration

76 Weeks - Full Time Study including term breaks

Campus Location

Level 9, 310 King Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000

Contact

Phone: 0061-3-9629 3693
Fax: 0061-3-9629 7146
Email:
contact@einsteincollege.vic.edu.au

fees

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course code

CHC43015

intake Dates

Weekly Enrolment