CHC33021 Certificate III in
Individual Support
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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.
Individual support course details
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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
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
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:
NSW Police Check
Working with Children Check
NDIS Workers Screening
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
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
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