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CHC33021 Certificate III in

Individual Support

Be the difference in a rewarding career.

North Coast Community College is excited to announce that we are now taking enquiries for our next intake for the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, kicking off in term 4 2023!

Click ‘Enquire’ now to add your name to the waiting list!

About Certificate III in Individual Support

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

This qualification provides a pathway to further education and training and various other roles within the community services industry.

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Individual support course details

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST NOW OPEN

Contact us today for information on our 2023 course dates

Duration: 12 months

Training Mode: Face to face, online components & work placement.

Location: North Coast Community College Alstonville & Yamba Campus’. Workplacement with Industry partners.

Units: 15 units (9 core units + 6 elective units)

CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia E
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care E
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support C
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support C
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach E
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control C
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care C
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing C
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems C
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically C
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health and community services C
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people C
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach E
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion E
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support E

Course cost: Subsidised training available (see below). Please contact our office for further information and an individualised quote.

*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

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Check your eligibility for subsidised training

This training is subsidised by the NSW government under the Smart and Skilled program.

To be eligible for subsidised training you must be:

  • no longer at school
  • 15 years old or over
  • living or working in NSW
  • an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
  • have a USI or be willing to obtain.

If you answered ‘Yes’ to all four requirements, then you may be eligible to enrol in a NSW government subsidised course with us. If you are still unsure, give us a call on (02) 6628 54 26 or visit the Smart and Skilled Eligibility page.

*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Subject to funding availability.

Course fees

The student fee you will need to pay, will be determined according to your personal circumstances and eligibility for a subsidised place.

Contact our friendly staff for an individualised quote or more information on: 02 6628 5426 or enquire@northcoastcc.edu.au.  

We will finalise your enrolment in the course after we have discussed the course details and funding with you.

Pre-course requirements 

Prior to the course you must complete or obtain proof of your:

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NSW Police Check

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Working with Children Check

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NDIS Workers Screening

You can also apply or begin obtaining these requirements during orientation day.

Vaccination status

As of 1 December 2022. There are no public health orders in force in NSW that mandate COVID-19 vaccination.

Some workplaces may still require mandatory vaccination against COVID-19 under their own applicable work, health and safety obligations. Employers should take all reasonable steps to ensure compliance with any vaccination obligations.

If you have questions about any COVID-19 vaccinations requirements for your workplace, speak to your employer.

Statement of attainment, core units and elective units

Students must complete 15 units which includes 120 hours of work experience to obtain their Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability). This is made up of 9 core units and 6 elective units.

CORE UNITS

CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health and community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

ELECTIVE UNITS

CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

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This course is Nationally Recognised Training

This course is Nationally Recognised Training

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