Skill Set
CHCSS00129
Individual Support
Ageing
Build your capability to support older people with dignity, respect and independence in a range of aged care and community service environments.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Study online
Qld Government
funding
Not available as
a traineeship
Upfront
Workplace practical requirements
What can I expect?
This Skill Set s designed for individuals who already hold a Certificate III qualification or higher in Community Services, Health, or a related field and are looking to expand their skills in aged care support. You will develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to provide person-centred support, promote independence and wellbeing, and assist older people in a range of care and community settings.
This skill set is ideal for existing support and care workers seeking to enhance their capabilities and broaden their career opportunities within the aged care sector.
Career opportunities – where
will my studies lead me?
Respite
Worker
Aged Care
Worker
Personal
Caregiver
With this skill set, you will:
01
Enhance your aged care knowledge and skills to provide quality, person-centred support to older people in a range of care settings.
02
Expand your professional capabilities and build confidence in supporting the wellbeing, independence and dignity of older people.
03
Strengthen your career opportunities by developing specialised skills that are highly valued within the aged care sector.
04
Take the next step in your care career and broaden your ability to support the diverse needs of ageing individuals.
Entry requirements
This skill set is for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in Community Services, Health or a related field, work in various care and support roles and who wish to develop skills in providing person-centred support to older people, within the delegations of an established individualised plan.
Eligibility requirements
Students are required to provide us with the following security clearances when they enrol:
- National Police Check and/or Blue Card and Yellow CardÂ
Workplace practical
requirements
Students who are not currently working within a personal support role are required to undertake unpaid vocational placement in an approved workplace to complete practical requirements. For more information, click here or call one of our friendly crew on
07 3255 0506
Course Duration
6
months part-time
Nationally Accredited
Skill Set
Pathways to University
n/a
Rolling Enrolment
Enrol anytime
Learning Method
Study online at your own pace on any device
Live Webinars
Coming soon!
Fees and Payment Options:
non-funded Course fees:
Upfront
$500
Please note: A statement of attainment will only be issued once all course fees have been paid in full.
For more information, please refer to our Student Handbook
You will be required to follow your training plan. This will be discussed and agreed upon at induction. If you do not meet the obligation of the agreed timeframe, other charges may be applicable. Maximum time frames are subject to volumes of learning and qualifications being superseded.
Further charges may be applied if student obligations are not met in accordance with the agreed timeframes stated in the student training plan, discussed and determined at induction. Maximum time frames are subject to recommended study load and potential nationally authorised changes to qualification criteria.
Career Boost Funding:
Locations include:
Brisbane, Cairns, Central Queensland, Darling Downs – Maranoa, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan – Beaudesert, Moreton Bay – North, Moreton Bay – South, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and Townsville areas.
general training pathway
Concessional
$5
5
$25
Non-concessional
$10
5
$50
PLEASE NOTE Payment of Co-contribution Fee: Upon course approval, students are required to pay 30% of the Co-contribution fee. The remaining 70% must be paid at completion.
For example, $200 = $60 upon course approval, $140 at completion.
Career Boost funding via the Queensland Government’s Skills Assure Program supports ELIGIBLE* students in obtaining a Skill Set, Certificate IV or higher qualification. Students will be required to make a co-contribution fee (listed above) at course approval. For further information, see https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/training-careers/incentives
Skill Set Structure:
A total of 5 units must be completed:
5
Units
CHCCCS031
Provide Individualised support
CHCCCS038
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCAGE011
Provide support to people with dementia
CHCAGE013
Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003
Deliver care services using a palliative approach
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
We aim to help our students as much as possible. That’s why you can apply for and start your study journey in three easy steps.
01
Spply
02
Determine Suitability
Before you start your training journey, we make sure the course is the right fit for you. This step includes:
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Pre-Enrolment Assessment (PEA) – including your Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills check.
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Discovery Call – a conversation with our team to talk through your goals, needs, and confirm key enrolment details.
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Payment of Fees – secure your spot with payment of the course fees.
Once complete, you’ll receive your Training Plan and be ready to get started
03
Commence your studies
You will receive an email with your login details. Remember these details and bookmark the login URL in your browser. Logging in will give you access to your first unit in the online portal.
Start on your first unit.
RPL students
Your Educator will contact you to progress the RPL process if you are undertaking this pathway.
Congratulations. You’re on your way to completing your new qualification!
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