Course Code & Name:
CHC40108 Certificate IV in Aged Care
Course Status: Nationally Recognised (Australian Government)
Course Outcome: Award of qualification, CHC40108 Certificate IV in Aged Care
Course Aim:
This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities within defined organisation guidelines and service plans.
These workers:
- Carry out activities related to maintaining an individual’s well being through personal care and/or other activities of living
- May provide services to individuals with complex needs, and/or work with groups of older people
- Report to service managers and liaise with professionals and other service providers
- May be required to supervise an/or coordinate a limited number of other workers
Occupational titles may include:
· Accommodation support worker
· Assistant hostel supervisor
· Care supervisor
· Care team leader
· Day activity worker
· Hostel supervisor
· Personal care worker
· Program coordinator – social programs
· Support worker
Pathways to further study:
Upon successful completion of this course, you may progress to undertake further study in a Diploma of Nursing (endorsed enrolled nurse)
Entry Requirements:
To gain entry in CHC40108 Certificate IV in Aged Care a candidate must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units from CHC30208 Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent):
CHCAC318A Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A Work effectively in the community sector
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
Also, 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.
Workers at this level are also required to have an understanding of Indigenous culture and history and to work with local communities in the provision of services.
Course Structure:
The program is composed of 11 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
This course involves practical as well as theoretical components. Some training and assessments will be conducted in a workplace training setting. It is highly recommended that students be immunized against Hepatitis B. Inoculations should begin prior to the commencement of study.
Course Content:
(11 core units and 4 elective units must be completed successfully for the award of the Certificate).
Core Units: Nominal Hours
CHCAC412A Provide services to older people with complex needs 70
(pre-requisite CHCAC318A)
CHCAC416A Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia 55
CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls 45
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients 20
CHCCS400A Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework 50
CHCICS401A Facilitate support for personal care needs 40
CHCICS402A Facilitate individualised plans 50
CHCINF403C Coordinate information systems 50
CHCNET404A Facilitate links with other services 50
CHCORG406A Supervise work 50
CHCOHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work 30
4 Electives chosen for inclusion in the Health Courses Australia Cert IV in Aged Care course:
CHCDIS313A Support people with disabilities who are ageing 50
HLTHIR404B Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people 40
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships 55
CHCICS403A Conduct individual assessment 45
TOTAL NOMINAL HOURS 700
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$3000.00
