General
This qualification, CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing Support), Melbourne curriculum engages students with an understanding of work within the aged care sector. The Certificate III in Individual Support Aged Care Melbourne programme exposes learners to roles played by aged care workers within a community or residential setting. Through the Certificate 3 in Individual support aged care Melbourne programme, students will understand how aged care workers follow individualised plans to provide person-centred support to people who require support due to ageing, disability or other reasons. Students may either complete the Certificate 3 in Individual Support Aged Care Melbourne course in person, or attend the Certificate III in Individual Support online Melbourne programme.
Employment Growth
Upon graduating, students may pursue work which involves their use of discretion and judgement when providing individual support. As care workers, they will be equipped with a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide professional person-centred support.
Students can go into a range of employment options. Occupations may include, Accommodation Support Worker, Food Services Worker (Aged Care), Personal Care Giver, Respite Care Worker
Ithea offer’s students the flexibility of choosing between online learning or classroom delivery. Assessment methods allow for the gathering of sufficient quality evidence about the student’s performance. Methods used include question and answer, observation and demonstration, case study and projects.
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. Students are required to undertake supervised practical placement in relevant disability services settings. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate’s ability to work at this level. Students are required to find their own practical placement, however ITHEA will provide assistance and support where needed. Students must have a valid National Police Check and a Working with Children Check prior to attending placement.
Core Units
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Unit Code
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Unit Descriptor
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Nominal Hrs
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|---|---|---|
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CHCCCS015
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Provide individualised support
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30
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CHCCCS023
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Support independence and well being
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80
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CHCCOM005
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Communicate and work in health or community services
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30
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CHCDIV001
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Work with diverse people
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40
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CHCLEG001
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Work legally and ethically
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55
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HLTAAP001
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Recognise healthy body systems
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70
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HLTWHS002
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Follow safe work practices for direct client care
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Elective Units
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Unit Code
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Unit Descriptor
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Nominal Hrs
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|---|---|---|
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CHCAGE001
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Facilitate the empowerment of older people
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50
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CHCAGE005
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Provide support to people living with dementia
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65
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CHCCCS011
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Meet personal support needs
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60
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CHCCCS001
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Address the needs of people with chronic disease
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75
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CHCPAL001
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Deliver care services using a palliative approach
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60
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HLTINF001
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Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
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25
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