C
ERTIFICATE III IN AGED CAREThis qualification is part of the Community Services Training Package. This certificate course provides you with a holistic approach to caring for the Older People within our community. This course is designed to equip you to provide physical and social support to elderly individuals and people with a psychological disability in hostels, group homes and community settings.
Course Content/Structure
There are 13 units of competency which make up a Certificate III in Aged Care Work. Competency is required in all 13 units. There are 9 compulsory units and 4 electives to achieve this qualification.
Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.
Further Study Links
Participants successfully completing this course may apply for entry into CHC40102 - Certificate IV in Aged Care Work, Certificate IV in Health (Nursing), or Bachelor of Nursing.
Fees and Charges
Please contact us to discuss course fees and charges. All learning materials are included in the total cost.
You may be eligible for fee assistance or other forms of Funding and Incentives. Please contact us to enquire.
Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Aged Care Work.
Compulsory Units| Code | Module Name |
| HCAC1C | Provide support to an older person |
| CHCAC2C | Provide personal care |
| CHCAC3C | Orientation to aged care work |
| CHCAC6Cl | Support the older person to meet their emotional and psychological needs |
| CHCAC15A | Provide care support which is responsive to the specific nature of dementia |
| CHCCOM2B | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues |
| CHCINF8B | Comply with information requirements of the aged care & community care sectors |
| CHCOHS302A | Participate in safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCORG3B | Participate in the work environment |
Elective Units(select 4)
| Code | Module Name |
| CHCPAO1A | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCAC17A | Support the older person to maintain their independence |
| CHCAC16A | Provide food services |
| CHCAC4B | Assist in the provision of and appropriate environment |
Optional Electives
| CHCCS303A* | Provide Physical Assistance with Medication (2 day program) Note: There is a required level of numeracy and literacy skills to be able to complete this unit. Students interested in this unit will need to satisfactorily meet the requirements in an entrance test. |
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid (2 day program) |