Individual Support – Ageing (Skill set)
This skill set is for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in Community Services, Health or a related field, work in various care and support roles and who wish to develop skills in providing person-centred support to older people, within the delegations of an established individualised plan. It is suited to:
- New entrants looking to develop foundational skills in individual support
- Existing workers seeking to formalise experience or gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Career changers transitioning into the community services field
- Individuals who have completed the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability specialisation) and now wish to add the Ageing specialisation
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.
Course Information
| Next Intake | Rolling intake; join today! |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 2-3 Months |
| Delivery Method | Face-to-face or Blended |
| Units of Competency | 5 total |
| Funded Course fee | $218.00* |
| Full Fee | $2,389.37 (for those not eligible for funding) |
| Incidental Fees | Aged Care Sector Employment check $71.00 National Police Check (NPC) $60-$80 |
| Contact Number | (08) 8179 5200 |
| Location | Minda Inc, Rogerson/SALC Building, 12 King George Ave, North Brighton SA 5048 |
Units of Competency
This Skill Set includes a total of five (5) units.
To complete the practical assessment requirements of this qualification, you may need to undertake a period of relevant industry work placement.
Skill Set Requirements
- CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
- CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support
- CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach