CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support


The Certificate IV in Ageing Support prepares you to care for Australian seniors effectively in residential facilities and their homes, making real change in their lives.

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and / or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

We actively tailor training for people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and encourage all to apply.

Course Highlights

As part of this course, you will take part in the following activities:

  • An organised industry work placement (minimum of 120hrs)

  • Ability to apply your skills in our practical training environment

Entry Requirements

To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at Certificate IV level, this can be demonstrated via the following:

  • Pre-training review to ensure student has the appropriate level of Language Literacy and Numeracy to achieve the competencies. Where a test result is supplied, it must be within the last 12 months.

  • Basic computer skills.

Additional Requirements

  1. A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) will be required for all practical placements.

  2. Immunisation certificate may be requested by the host employer.

  3. Immunisation including fully vaccinated against COVID by a TGA approved vaccine

+ Eligibility & Funding

This qualification is delivered with the assistance of Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

For eligibility criteria and information please contact us on 1300 790 265.

+ Course Fees

View our current fees & charges here

Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

+ Delivery

This course is delivered face to face in a classroom environment with a combination of interactive workshops in the classroom with opportunities to participate in practical application of skills and knowledge through, practical industry based simulated training activities and workplace participation.

  • Estimated duration of 35 tuition weeks allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.

  • 120 hours work placement in a suitable workplace e.g. aged care, home and community or community service organisation.

+ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer.

+ Locations

This qualification is available in the following regions:

Victoria:

  • Fawkner
  • Echuca
  • Dandenong
  • St Albans
  • Shepparton

New South Wales:

  • Sydney Region

Please contact us on 1300 790 265 or email us at info@sia.edu.au for intake dates.

Units of Competency

  1. HLTWHS002    Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Core)

  2. CHCDIV001     Work with diverse people (Core)

  3. CHCLEG003     Manage legal and ethical compliance (Core)

  4. CHCADV001    Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (Core)

  5. CHCAGE001    Facilitate the empowerment of older people (Core)

  6. CHCCCS006     Facilitate individual service planning and delivery (Core)

  7. CHCAGE003    Coordinate services for older people (Core)

  8. CHCPRP001     Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (Core)

  9. CHCAGE004    Implement interventions with older people at risk (Core)

  10. CHCAGE005    Provide support to people living with dementia (Core)

  11. CHCCCS011     Meet personal support needs (Core)

  12. CHCCCS023     Support independence and wellbeing (Core)

  13. CHCCCS025     Support relationships with carers and families (Core)

  14. CHCPAL001     Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Core)

  15. HLTAAP001     Recognise healthy body systems (Core)

  16. CHCDIS007      Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability (Electives units)

  17. HLTAAP002     Confirm physical health status (Electives units)

  18. VU22733         Identify and provide initial response to family violence risk (Electives units)


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