General
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 (Disability), 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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CHCAGE001
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Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
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100
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CHCAGE003
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Coordinate services for older people
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50
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CHCAGE004
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Implement interventions with older people at risk
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80
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CHCAGE005
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Provide support to people living with dementia
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80
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CHCCCS006
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Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
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65
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CHCCCS011
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Meet personal support needs
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120
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CHCCCS023
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Support independence and wellbeing
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60
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CHCCCS025
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Support relationships with carers and families Support independence and wellbeing
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80
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CHCDIV001
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Work with diverse people
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70
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CHCLEG003
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Manage legal and ethical compliance
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40
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CHCPAL001
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Deliver care services using a palliative approach
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80
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CHCPRP001
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Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
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60
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HLTAAP001
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Recognize 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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25
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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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CHCAGE002
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Implement falls prevention strategies
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40
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CHCCCS007
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Develop and implement service programs
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100
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BSBMGT401
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Show leadership in the workplace
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50
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