The Aged Care industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia and current employment prospects are high for qualified carers in both the domestic and international markets.
Students will develop skills in a range of areas including supporting an older person in the activities of daily living, provision of support for individuals with dementia, working effectively with culturally diverse clients and colleagues in providing social, physical and psychological care.
The Certificate III in Aged Care is an eight week full-time course, and comprises of both in-class learning and practical experience. Essential knowledge will be assessed through written work and essential skills will be assessed through the industry placement. Students are required to complete 80 hours of practical placement in a residential aged care facility.
This course provides successful candidates with the minimum qualification for entry to the Aged Care industry. This certificate qualifies the holder to work in nursing homes, hostels and other aged care facilities as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN), a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in an Aged Care Facility, a Community Support Worker, a Home Care Assistant or a Community Care Worker.
Students wishing to continue their professional pathway can upgrade to the Certificate IV in Aged Care Work, or diversify their training by undertaking another Community Services qualification such as the Certificate III or Certificate IV in Disability. Students can also progress onto the Diploma of Community Services Work or other health care professions such as Nursing at a tertiary level.
Students may be able to shorten the length of their chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training.
Course Structure
Qualification Requirements
Compulsory 10 units
Elective 4 units
Total 14 units
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC318A Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A Work effectively in the community sector
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well-being
CHCOHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
CHCCS305A Assist clients with medication