Ageing and Disability

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support | Intensive Hybrid Class

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Overview

The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support reflects the role of individuals who provide person-centered support in community, home, or residential care settings. Working under supervision and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, they follow individualized plans to support people requiring assistance due to aging, disability, or other reasons.

Driven by strong employer demand in regional areas and student preference for online learning, we are trialing an intensive hybrid study model. This includes at least eight weeks of online classes, followed by concentrated practical training and work placement.

To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work placement.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from this course will be able to work in a wide range of community services roles including but not limited to:

Assistant in Nursing
Senior Personal Care Assistant
Care Service Employee
Residential Care Worker
Community and home care worker
In Home Respite Worker
Disability Service Officer

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Overview

Delivery: Intensive Hybrid Class + Face-to-face Practical Sessions

Enrolment Duration: 4-6 months + 120-hour work placement

Units: 15

Work placement: 120 hours fully arranged

Monday & Tuesday Class

Trial Class Start Date: 7 April 2025

Schedule: Mon & Tue | 9:30am-3pm

Practical sessions: 2 days (9 AM – 5 PM) in North Sydney

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Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites or corequisites that are applicable to the units of competency selected within this course. For Charter Australia’s minimum entry requirements, please visit Entry Requirements page.

Core Units & Elective Units

Core units

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 units

Group A electives – AGEING specialisation

CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach

Group B electives – DISABILITY specialisation

CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

Delivery Mode

This course will be delivered in a structured and intensive format, combining eight weeks of online learning with trainers and two days of on-campus practical skills training.

Training Schedule

Online Classes: Held two days per week for eight weeks.
Practical Days: Conducted face-to-face on campus during Week 4 (two days). Attendance is mandatory. If missed, graduation will be delayed.
Total Training Duration: Nine weeks (8 weeks online + 1 week with 2 practical days).
Enrolment Duration: 4-6 months

Flexible Intakes

You can choose from the following start dates:

Week 1
Week 4
Week 5

Graduation Options

You have flexibility in completing your studies based on your work placement schedule:

Graduate in Week 9 – Attend practical days on time and start your work placement from Week 5.
Graduate in Week 12 – Complete all training first, then start your work placement from Week 10.

This course is best suited for highly motivated students, particularly those in rural and remote areas.

Assessments

Written Task
Simulation
Work placement assessments

Fees & Government Subsidies

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NSW Government Smart & Skilled funding is available to eligible domestic students. Please go to the Smart & Skilled funding page for more information.