Become a valued and integral part of the health and community services industry with this qualification. You will learn how to support independence and wellbeing, gain a range of technical skills, and develop a range of transferable skills from communication to teamwork.
The health, aged care and community services sector is predicted to experience strong growth over the next five years with an excess of 50,000 job openings expected. This is due to an increased demand for aged care support and support for people with a disability through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Successful completion of this course will enable you to work in aged care or disability support. It will also give you the knowledge to undertake further studies in the community services and health sectors.
Our highly-experienced trainers provide guidance and support every step of the way, to ensure you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the field.
Start anytime. 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time.
Four intensive classroom study blocks are conducted annually providing students the opportunity to streamline core study to 12 weeks.
Please contact us for further information regarding study block schedules.
This qualification is delivered via a combination of online and face-to-face learning.
In circumstances where face-to-face learning is not available, structured online tutorials and virtual classrooms will be utilised. Students require a laptop and to download the free Microsoft Teams App. Please contact us for further information regarding the current course schedule. Online study gives you the flexibility to fit your study around your existing commitments while still having the support of industry experts.
Please note: The learner must complete at least 120 hours of work to be assessed within this qualification.
There are no entry requirements to this qualification.
However, you will need to have access to a computer with an internet connection and before enrolling, you proficiency in language, literacy and numeracy will be assessed to determine what level of support you may need to assist you through your study program.
Core
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CHCCCS015
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Provide individualised support
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CHCCCS023
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Support independence and well being
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CHCCOM005
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Communicate and work in health or community services
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CHCDIV001
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Work with diverse people
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CHCLEG001
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Work legally and ethically
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HLTAAP001
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Recognise healthy body systems
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HLTWHS002
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Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective
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CHCDIS001
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Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
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CHCDIS002
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Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
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CHCDIS003
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Support community participation and social inclusion
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CHCDIS007
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Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
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CHCCCS011
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Meet personal support needs
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CHCCCS025
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Support relationships with carers and families
Methods of assessment for this qualification cover a range of evidence gathering including self assessment, written questions and answers, work based projects, observations and supplementary evidence such as third party reports .
Assessments can be modified according to the workplace subject to the training packaging rules being met.
Recognition of your current skills and or past experience /qualifications can also be taken into consideration. Please talk with one of our training specialists for more information.
