10 weeks
Full time 26 weeks Part time |
35 Hours Per Week
Full time 8 Hours Per WeekPart time 120 Hours of Work Placement |
Course Value $480* – Gov Subsidised Fees $2200 – Full Fees |
The Certificate III in Individual Support provides you with the qualifications and expertise to work in the growing care industry. You will learn the necessary skills and knowledge to care for the needs of people, support their health and wellbeing and work with their individualised plans.
Studying with Enable College means you will be supported every step of the way by experienced trainers and friendly staff. Our graduates emerge with the required skills, knowledge and practical workplace experience to care for and support people in a variety of settings.
About this course
The Certificate III in Individual Support will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to care for the needs of individuals, support their health and wellbeing and work with their individualised plans.
Please note the qualification may be subject to change, if there are new releases or updates to the Training Package.
Is this career path right for me?
Do you enjoy helping people? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of the elderly and the disabled? Do you have:
- A friendly and caring approach?
- The ability to relate to people from a wide variety of backgrounds?
- Tact and sensitivity?
- A respectful approach to clients?
- Patience and a sense of humour?
- Reliability and flexibility?
- The ability to be a good listener?
- Team working skills and the ability to use your own initiative?
If you answered yes to the above, then this course will help you begin a rewarding career in the health care industry.
How much will it cost me?
| Eligible subsidised Participant Eligibility Criteria apply (visit skills.sa.gov.au for Participant Eligibility Criteria), from 29 Nov 2021.  |
$480.00 |
|
Fee for Service |
$2200.00 |
| HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid is included in the course fees (normally $97 per person) Additional Cost |
$80.00 |
| National Police Clearance (issued through SAPOL) Additional Cost |
$68.00 |
| DHS Checks Additional Cost |
$68.75 |
| Important: The above course fees include a $150 non-refundable enrolment. A re-enrolment fee of $150 applies for students who do not complete within 6 months for Full Time course and 12 months for the Part Time course. | |
Entry Requirements
The following entry requirements need to be met prior to course commencement:
- Must be over the age of 18 years at the time of course induction
- Must hold a current Driver’s licence
- Must be able to participate in 120 hours of work placement
- Ability to gain clean Police and DHS clearances
- Must be able to source and undertake work placement
- Complete all enrolment processes as per the Enable College enrolment policy and procedure
- Students must have access to a computer, email, and internet
- Students must have a level of physical fitness to work within the Disability industry.
Fee for Service Students
- Meet LLN requirements by completing Enable College LLN test
- Complete a Verbal Assessment (see Verbal Assessment Policy and Procedure – FFS)
Eligible Subsidised Students
- Complete CSPA assessment and Upfront Assessment of Need (Eligible subsidised students) process
- Attend suitability interview – see Enable College Suitability and Support Needs Checklist and Verbal Assessment Policy and Procedure (Eligible subsidised students)
Pathways in Individual Support
CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support provides you with the qualifications and expertise to work in the growing health care industry. Our graduates emerge with the required skills, knowledge and practical work experience to care for and support clients in a variety of settings.
Possible Outcomes
- Personal Care Worker
- Personal Carer
- Direct Care Worker
- Home Help Worker
- Support Worker
- Respite Care Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service provider
Study Pathways
The Community Services Training Package promotes continued development of workers through attainment of higher-level qualifications. Pathways can go via both the Vocational and Higher Education sectors. Students can pathway into courses such as Certificate IV in Disability, Certificate IV in Ageing Support and Diploma of Nursing.
Course Units
This course is made up of 15 units of competency (9 Core units and 6 electives). Elective units have been selected based on industry consultation, our experience, knowledge and what employers and the industry are looking for.
| CORE UNITS [9 Units] | |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work with health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| DISABILITY Specialisation [3 Units] | |
|---|---|
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using strength-based approach |
| CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
| AGEING Specialisation [3 Units] | |
|---|---|
| CHCAGE011 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care |
| CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
Recognition of prior learning
If you have existing knowledge or skills relating to the requirements of this course you can apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL). RPL may be granted for knowledge or skills obtained through prior education, training, work and life experiences.
RPL Fees start at $500.00 per unit.
Credit Transfer
If the student has a prior Qualification or a Statement of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework from any state or territory, the RTO will automatically give exemptions for those units of competency provided they are current. Credit transfer will be provided on the student record.
Other related courses
Certificate IV in Disability
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Delivery
This course is offered as both full time (40 study hours per week) and part-time (15 study hours per week) on campus or through our blended learning model.
As part of this course, you will be required to attend and complete the theory and practical sessions as well as complete the 120 hour work placement.
Study support sessions are available every Wednesday from 9.30am – 4pm at the Enable College city campus (Level 2, 47 South Tce, Adelaide SA 5000) where a Trainer will be available to provide assessment support.
Assessment due date will be provided for each assessment, as instructed by your Trainer. Remember, our experienced Trainers are here to support you every step of the way.
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