The gateway to a new career in the care sector
Next Intake – Wednesday 8 Oct 2025
Course Duration – 5-6 Months
Delivery method – Face-to-face
Units of Competency – 15 total (9 core, 6 elective)
Contact Number – (08) 8179 5200
Location – Minda Inc, Rogerson/SALC Building, 12 King George Ave, North Brighton SA 5048
CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you to work in aged care, disability, and community support settings. This course provides the practical skills and knowledge needed to deliver person-centred care, including assisting with daily activities, supporting individualised plans, promoting independence, and ensuring safety and wellbeing. With a strong focus on dignity, respect, and quality of life, the qualification opens the door to rewarding careers where you can make a real difference in the lives of others.
Guaranteed Work Placement at Minda
This qualification includes 120 hours of work placement. As a student with the South Australian Learning Centre, you will be guaranteed a placement with Minda, meaning you will not need to organise your own placement.
South Australian Government Subsidy
Government funding may be available for this qualification through a subsidy for eligible students. To learn more about the financial support on offer, along with the requirements and obligations involved in accessing it, please contact our team. You can also check your eligibility by visiting the Skills SA website.
Program Details
Course duration: 24 weeks (including a 120-hour facilitated placement at Minda)
Funded Course fee: $520 / $450 Concession*
*This course is subsidised for applicants who meet the eligibility requirements and are employed under a training contract. For those not employed under a training contract, the Government of South Australia does not currently provide subsidies for this qualification through private registered training organisations.
Full Fee: $2,595 (for those not eligible for funding)
Incidental Fees: $71.00 NDIS worker check
Fees include:
- Manual Handling for Carers training certificate
- Textbook and all learning materials
- Depending on your chosen elective stream, either HLTAID011 Provide First Aid or HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication will be included as part of your course fees.
Units of Competency
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support includes nine (9) units of competency and six (6) electives.
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).
All Group A and all Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability).
Core Units (9)
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 (6)
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
Group C Other electives
CHCCCS044 – Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCGRP001 – Support group activities
HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
HLTHPS006 – Assist clients with medication