If you have a passion for working with our precious older population or are interested in pursuing a career in this well needed field this course is for you. The course can be done completely online from anywhere in Australia.
Course Code & Name:
CHC30208 Certificate III in Aged Care
Course Status: Nationally Recognised (Australian Government )
Course Outcome: Award of qualification, CHC30208 Certificate III in Aged Care
Course Aim:
This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organization guidelines and service plans.
These workers:
- Carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities of living for people in an aged care setting
- Carry out activities related to an individualised plan
- Report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers
Occupational titles may include:
· Accommodation support worker
· Assistant in nursing
· Care assistant
· Care worker
· Home care assistant
· In-home respite worker
· Support worker
Pathways to further study:
Upon successful completion of this course, you may progress to undertake further study in CHC40108 Certificate IV in Aged Care.
Entry Requirements:
CHC30208 Certificate III in Aged Care has no specific entry requirements.
However, the ability to read, comprehend, discuss and analyse printed information in English and to write statements, solve basic problems and work effectively with clients, colleagues and supervisors are essential skills required to fulfil the work role.
Course Structure:
The program is composed of 10 core and 4 elective units. The elective units offered by Health Courses Australia only are listed. These electives have been selected to provide maximum employment opportunities
Course Content:
(10 core units and 4 elective units must be completed successfully for the award of the Certificate).
Core Units: Nominal Hours
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence 20
CHCAC318A Work effectively with older people 30
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia 55
CHCCS411A Work effectively in the community sector 40
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs 50
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans 15
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being 30
CHCOHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work 30
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach 55
HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context 70
4 Electives chosen for inclusion in the Health Courses Australia Cert. III in Aged Care course:
HLTIN301A Comply with infection control policies and procedures in
Health work 40
CHCCS305A Assist clients with medication (pre-requisite HLTAP301A) 40
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients & co-workers 20
HLTFA301B Apply first aid 18 **
TOTAL NOMINAL HOURS 513
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$2000.00
