Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) | CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) | CHC33021
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Join the ever-growing aged care sector

Are you looking to start a career in aged care? CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a nationally recognised qualification that provides students with essential skills and knowledge to support people who are ageing. This Cert III in Aged Care course is designed to equip students with the ability to offer physical, social, and emotional support in residential or aged care facilities.

Combining practical, technical and procedural knowledge, Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) ensures that graduates have the hands-on skills and knowledge to deliver person-centred care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

You’ll be well-prepared to pursue a rewarding career in aged care!

To be awarded Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), a student must successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competency.

Core units

  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health and community services
  • 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
  • CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
  • CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
  • CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
  • CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support

Elective units

  • CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
  • CHCCCS037 Visit client residence
  • CHCCCS043 Support positive mealtime experience
  • HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
  • CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
  • CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
  • Learners will be issued with a statement of attainment for all successfully completed units.

Learners will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for all successfully completed units.


Work placement

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

genU Training is well connected with the industry and will organise work placement for you that will satisfy the learning outcomes of your qualification. If the placement option we source is not suitable, you are welcome to source your own placement opportunity, and we will assess whether the learning outcomes will be met. Placement is unpaid.

If you are employed and wish to complete your placement hours with your current employer, your workplace will need to be assessed to ensure the learning outcomes will be met.

When you study with genU Training, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.

Entry requirements

Students must be 17 years of age or older to enrol in CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

Study requirements

Students will need to demonstrate that they have the appropriate:

  • Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills
  • Communication, documentation and research skills
  • Physical capacity for manual handling (this is relevant to disability and aged care courses)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (which includes a police check) to commence work placement.

Technology and workstation set-up

Students undertaking on-campus, blended and/or virtual training will require intermediate computer skills such as internet browsing, email, word processing, and presentation software. You will need a quiet space for study that has a stable internet connection.

You will also need:

  • Web camera, microphone and speakers
  • Smartphone
  • Earbuds or headphones
  • Zoom video conferencing software.

Please note: You must turn your camera and microphone on when using video conferencing

What will you learn?

Upon completing a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), you will acquire a range of skills to help you provide care and support to people who are aging. These skills include person-centred support, effective communication, health and safety practices, personal care, mobility assistance, supporting independence, understanding ageing and disability needs, basic first aid, palliative care support, workplace collaboration, documentation and reporting, and cultural sensitivity.

Career opportunities after completing the course

This nationally recognised qualification is your pathway to a fulfilling career in the aged care sector. Graduate with the skills to make a real difference to people who need assistance due to ageing.

  • Aged Care Worker
  • Aged Care Day Services Practitioner
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Respite Support Worker

What study pathways are available after completing the course?

After successfully completing Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), you could pursue further education in the following courses:

  • Certificate IV in Community Services
  • Certificate IV in Mental Health

Student tuition fees are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. In addition to tuition fees, there may also be other charges such as material or amenities fees. A genU Training staff member can help you determine your course fees. A statement of fees detailing all course charges will be provided prior to enrolment. For full details of genU Training’s course fees please visit our Fees page.

Fees – South Australia

Concession Fee (Subsidised Training): $480.00

Standard Fee (Subsidised Training): $912.00

This training is funded through the Government of South Australia.


Fees – Tasmania

Jobseeker with Healthcare Card Fee: $0.00

Jobseeker Fee: $306.00

This training is subsidised by the Department of State Growth, Tasmania.

Jobseekers are defined as people who are out of work, people who are underemployed, and those looking to upskill or gain new skills outside their current employment.


Fees – Victoria 

Concession Fee (Subsidised Training): $0.00

Standard Fee (Subsidised Training): $0.00

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.


Fee for Service 

Students in all states who are not eligible for government funding can access this course at the fee-for-service rate.

Fee for Service $3200.00

genU Training offer CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) in the following study modes and times. Course duration is 11 months.

On campus (day) – Study face to face in a classroom setting.

  • One (1) day per week: 9:30am – 4:00pm

Blended (day or night) – Study using a mix of real time, instructor-led sessions via Zoom and eight (8) on campus sessions.

  • One (1) day per week: 9:30am – 1:00pm, plus 1 hour of trainer led support and 1.5 hours of structured self-paced activities.
  • One (1) night per week: 5:30pm – 9:00pm, plus 1 hour of trainer led support and 1.5 hours of structured self-paced activities.

 

Note: Both on campus and blended study modes require students to undertake additional activities outside of class time, including research activities, reflections and assessments via the Learning Management System (LMS).

Time zones:  Local state time zones are observed.

Please select your preferred course location and date from the list below.

Click the Apply button and complete the online application. Once we receive your application, our Customer Enquiries Team will contact you to progress your application and advise of next steps. Find out more about the application process.

If you need support to complete your application, we are happy to help. Simply call 1300 582 687 or contact us online. 

 

genU Training is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment for all learners. As part of our registration as an RTO, we are required to report certain demographic data, and the systems we currently use limit some response options. While these questions are a legal requirement and do not affect the quality of training we deliver, we acknowledge that they may not fully capture the diverse range of identities and experiences, particularly regarding gender, disability, legal and preferred names and employment status.

To better support our inclusive community, we may ask for additional information during the Pre-Training Review Interview, including your preferred name, gender identity, disability, or other relevant details. This ensures we meet reporting requirements, provide appropriate learning supports, and communicate with you in a way that aligns with your preferences. Your input is valued and helps us create a learning experience that respects and reflects who you are.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

genU Training offers more than just education, it empowers learners with purpose. We are a registered not-for-profit that reinvests its surplus back into the community. When you choose genU Training, not only will you benefit, you’ll also be helping others in your community.

We have more than 25 years’ experience and are experts in the support and care sector.  We specialise in delivering qualifications that enable our graduates to do good in the world, and corporate training that facilitates social responsibility.

We are a certified member of Social Traders. Make your education part of something bigger. Study with genU Training and create a positive social impact while growing your skills.

 

Around 35,000 additional aged care workers are needed each year. Those working in the industry benefit from job security, competitive salaries and job flexibility. Roles in aged care can be extremely rewarding as you can make a real difference to people’ lives, build meaningful relationships with people from all walks of life, fulfil a sense of purpose by caring for others, hear incredible life stories and experience personal growth and development.

We offer a range of course intakes in different locations. You can choose your preferred course intake below. The start date listed in bold at the top of each course intake will be your regular weekly class day.

For example, if your start date is Monday 14 October, your class will occur on Monday each week.
If you are studying by blended learning and your course includes virtual and on-campus training, your on-campus sessions may be on a different day of the week. Again, this is listed in the course intake tiles below.

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Study Mode:
Blended or on-campus delivery (day or night) via virtual training room with 8 on-campus sessions

Course Length:
11 months

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