Certificate III
in Individual Support

CHC33021
CRICOS CODE 116782A

Qualification Description

This qualification equips individuals to work within community, home, or residential care environments, operating under supervision as part of a collaborative team. They deliver personalised care based on an individualised plan to support people facing challenges related to ageing, disability, or other circumstances. These professionals are accountable for their tasks within the scope of their role, applying a blend of practical skills, technical know-how, and a foundational understanding to ensure quality care.

Purpose

The purpose of this course is to prepare individuals to deliver high-quality, person-cantered care in community, home, or residential settings. It aims to equip participants with the essential skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed to support individuals who require assistance due to aging, disability, or other circumstances, ensuring they can work effectively as part of a care team within the guidelines of industry standards and regulations.

Entry Requirements

This course has the following entry Requirements:

Age: Applicants must be 18 years or older at the time of the course commencement

Academic: Applicants must have completed at least the equivalent of year 10

English Proficiency:

  • Overall English Language Test results: IELTS 6.0, with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent on PTE,
    CAE or TOEFL iBT
  • Certificate Qualification of completion from an Australian Senior Secondary School.
  • The student has successfully completed GIE English Placement Test

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Delivery and Duration

The course is delivered in 52 weeks (including 120 hours of work placement. The course also requires the completion of 120 hours of work placement, providing students with real-world experience in a care setting.

Additionally, students will have 8 weeks of scheduled breaks interspersed throughout the year

Pathway

After completing this course, graduates can immediately enter the workforce in roles such as Aged Care Worker, Disability Support Worker, Home Care Assistant, or Community Support Worker. Graduates may choose to further their education by pursuing higher qualifications, such as the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability, Certificate IV in Ageing Support, or other related qualifications in the community services sector. This can lead to more advanced roles and greater career opportunities within the healthcare and social services industries. 

Qualification Awards

On successful completion of this course, the student will be awarded CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual support which is nationally recognized qualification

Participants Support

Global Institute of Education offers a range of support services to assist prospective participants with course, career or fee advice. If you need assistance in any of these aspects please let a staff member know so that we can arrange assistance where appropriate.  

If recognition applies the student’s overall duration will alter and a schedule of exemptions will be provided

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Students can also pursue recognition by providing their trainer/enrolment officer relevant evidence requirements as detailed in Global Institute of Education RPL kit for this qualification

Credit Transfer

If a certificate with a statement of results or a statement of attainment is produced and verified, a credit transfer process will be initiated by Global Institute of Education in relation to the units as per the training plan

Units of competency

CODE

UNIT

Core/ Elective

CHCCCS031

Provide individualised support

Core

CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

Core

CHCCCS038

Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support

Core

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

Core

CHCCCS040

Support independence and wellbeing

Core

HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Core

CHCCCS041

Recognise healthy body systems

Core

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Core

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

Core

Ageing Speciality

CHCAGE013

Work effectively in aged care

Elective

CHCAGE011

Provide support to people living with dementia

Elective

CHCPAL013

Deliver care services using a palliative approach

Elective

Disability Speciality

CHCDIS011

Contribute to ongoing skills development using Support

Elective

CHCDIS011

Community participation and social inclusion

Elective

CHCDIS020

Work effectively in disability support

Elective

Employment Opportunities

Job roles include