CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) in Balga

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) – Perth

Embark on a meaningful career in the community services sector with our CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support program serving Balga. This nationally accredited qualification is expertly designed to prepare you for high-demand roles as a professional care worker, personal care assistant, or disability support worker.

Our industry-focused training provides you with the essential expertise in person-centred care, safe manual handling, and individualised support strategies. By obtaining dual specialisations in Ageing Support and Disability Support, you will be uniquely positioned to work within aged care facilities, disability service providers, and NDIS-registered organisations.

As a graduate of this Certificate III, you can pursue a variety of rewarding care roles, including:

  • Aged Care Support Worker
  • Personal Care Support Worker / Assistant
  • Home Care Worker
  • Disability Care Worker
  • Community Care Worker
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Home Care Assistant
  • Home Care Assistant
  • Respite Care Worker
  • Disability Care Worker

With this qualification, you can work across both the aged care and disability services sectors in Western Australia.

Training Location

For residents in Balga, training is delivered at our centrally located Skills Centre: Unit 2/22 Winton Rd, Joondalup WA 6027 (A convenient commute from Balga, situated a 10-minute walk from the Joondalup Train Station and close to the Mitchell Freeway with ample free parking).

Delivery & Duration

  • Mode: A combination of face-to-face classroom sessions, virtual learning modules, and a mandatory practical placement.
  • Duration: Approximately 15 weeks of intensive classroom-based instruction.
  • Work Placement: 160 hours (4 weeks) of hands-on experience in a registered aged care or disability facility.
  • Schedule: Sessions are conducted Monday to Thursday, from 9am to 5pm.
  • Flexibility: We offer frequent rolling intakes, allowing you to start your training almost immediately. Students can take up to 12 months to satisfy all course requirements.

Your work placement is fully coordinated by our team, ensuring you gain critical real-world experience as a care worker.

Course Units

To achieve the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, students must complete 15 units of competency:

Core Units:

Core:
  • CHCCCS031 Provide Individualised Support
  • CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of People Receiving Support
  • CHCCCS040 Support Independence and Wellbeing
  • CHCCCS041 Recognise Healthy Body Systems
  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in Health or Community Services
  • CHCDIV001 Work with Diverse People
  • CHCLEG001 Work Legally and Ethically
  • HLTINF006 Apply Basic Principles and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control
  • HLTWHS002 Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
Elective:
  • 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

Enrolment Requirements

There are no formal academic prerequisites for this course. However, students must demonstrate appropriate Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) skills at ACSF Level 3 via a brief assessment.

To participate in the required work placement, you will need to provide:

  • National Police Clearance
  • Working with Children Check
  • Updated Immunisation Record with all COVID as well as flu vaccinations
  • NDIS Screening check (This is a requirement from aged care facilities even if you are only doing the ageing stream)
  • Valid First Aid Certificate
  • Hand Hygiene Certificate
  • NDIS Orientation module
  • Infection Control Certificate
  • Working with Children Check

Resources Provided

We equip you with all the materials needed to succeed in your Certificate III, including:

  • Learner guides for Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)
  • Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing) CHC Community Training Package
  • Relevant OH&S legislation and documentation and equipment
  • Relevant Policies and Procedures
  • Relevant workplace equipment
  • OH&S and safe work practice materials
  • Access to an appropriate workplace for completion of on-the-job assessments
  • Assessment tools
  • Learner Guide

Work Placement

Successful completion of the course requires 160 hours of supervised work placement. This practical component is essential for mastering the duties of a disability support worker or personal care assistant, allowing you to apply individualised support theories in a real-life setting.

Course Fees & Payment Options

  • Eligible Students: Many Balga residents may be eligible for fee-free or government-subsidised training via Skills WA.
  • Full Fee: $3,000 for students who do not qualify for government funding.
  • Payment Plans: A $1,200 non-refundable deposit is required to enrol. The remaining balance can be settled through a flexible payment plan, provided the total is paid before the work placement begins.

Student who are not eligible for any government subsidies can still enrol and complete the course by paying $3,000. A $1200 (non-refundable) deposit is required to secure a place of study. The balance of tuition fee can be spread out on a payment plan. The tuition fee amount should be paid in full prior to starting the Work Placement.

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