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Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community) CHC33015

Study Method
Online
Provider
Kirana Colleges
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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  • This Fee-for-Service program is NOT available for Government funding

Course Overview

The aged and home care sector is one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing service industries. In 2015, 130,200 persons were employed as Nursing Support and Personal Care workers and it estimated that up to another 250,200 more workers will be required by 2020. Australia is experiencing a demographic change due to our ever growing ageing population. Projections suggest that Australia’s population aged 65 yrs and older will account for 18.85% of the population in 2031.

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing. With industry moving to follow individualised plans to provide a person-centred approach, you will learn how to tailor support, how to empower and communicate with clients, safe work practices and about the human body and supporting its healthy functioning

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Care Worker
  • Community Care Worker
  • Home Care Assistant
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Respite Care Worker
  • Community House Worker
  • Transport Support Worker
  • Family Support Worker
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Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration and Study Load

12 months.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however students will need to obtain A Working with Children Check and a National Police – both we will assist with.

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Course Features

  • Access to MyKirana – Kirana Colleges virtual campus
  • Work Placement Assistance – team dedicated to assisting with work placement during your course which may, in turn, to lead to future job prospects
  • Welcome placement & job ready packs to assist with work placement
  • 24-7 access to the Student Assistance Program (counselling support & advice, delivered by Access EAP)
  • Kirana provides both telephone and face to face support
  • Student support services, where students can receive support or assistance in the use of MyKirana or other administrative enquiries
  • Access to leading industry trainers and assessors who care about how you progress in the course
  • Flexible learning options: online or blended
  • Our online learning is interactive and encourages collaboration for when you want to be inspired by like-minded students and teachers
  • Access to leading industry trainers and assessors who care about how you progress in the course

Testimonials

  • "I learnt so much about the sector and aged care throughout this course and cannot wait to complete further studies through Kirana to progress my career. Kirana has been a fantastic training organisation."
    Emma Donohoe
    Certificate III in Aged Care

Subjects

To achieve CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), students are required to be found competent in a total of 13 units (7 core units and 6 elective units)

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Payment Options

Kirana Colleges offer affordable payment options to help you start studies sooner.

  • Payment Plans available (affordable weekly/fortnightly instalments)
  • Upfront Payment (possible discounts for eligible candidates)
  • Third-Party Finance (subject to lender approval criteria)

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, online study material and dedicated student support services. Please note this course does not qualify for VET FEE-Help or other assisted government funding.

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About Kirana Colleges

At Kirana Colleges we believe you can change the world by starting with yourself.

Vocational education plays a critical role in creating a strong and healthy economy by equipping people with the skills they need to succeed. Kirana Colleges provides work-ready courses and qualifications that help build Australia’s economy and help graduates reach their potential by equipping them with the skills and ‘can do’ attitude employers are looking for.

Kirana Colleges nurtures people to reach their potential and create positive change in individuals, which leads to a better society in which to live and work. We’re focused on delivering the training outcomes our students and business need to thrive.

Kirana Colleges is a subsidiary brand of Kirana Education Group
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