CHC43015
Aged care is one of Australia's fastest growing industries and offers exciting career opportunities. Aged care workers care for elderly people, often with very complex care needs.
You will need to provide friendly, compassionate support to the elderly by helping with daily living, personal care and hygiene. Typical duties can include showering, dressing and eating. You may also arrange and supervise activities designed to enhance physical, social and emotional wellbeing.
Our course is designed to provide learners with a range knowledge and skills application,
Who Should Enrol?
This course is suitable for those interested or already working in a role within the aged care industry. This course is ideal for anyone who does not yet have a formal tertiary qualification or someone who holds a Certificate III within the Community Services Industry.
Although this is a mainstream course designed for aged care workers, others are very welcome to apply.
COURSE DETAILS
COURSE OUTCOME
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
DURATION
16-18 Months
120 hours of work placement
Employment Prospects
- Residential Care Worker
- Age Care Team Leader
- Care Supervisor
MODE
Distance
Virtual
Blended
What future will you create?
Course Outline
To obtain the qualification a total of 18 units need to be completed.
In addition to the completion of the units a minimum of 120 hours vocational placement is required to be completed within the workplace. If you are already employed and working in the role, evidence of employment along with a supervisor sign off will support the assessment process.
Fifteen (15) core units and Three (3) elective units
Course Units
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
Core Units
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clientsCHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units
CHAGE002 Implement falls prevention strategiesCHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
Entry Requirements
Due to the level of this course, RealCare Training requires learners to hold a Certificate III in Aged Care or Disability, a Certificate III in Individual Support, or have the required industry experience in the sector prior to enrolling into the course.
Additionally:
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills to access online training materials
- Hold a current National Police Clearance and Yellow Card prior to work placement
RealCare Training
What to Expect
Flexible Study Arrangements
A Day at RealCare Training
Have a selection of study options as diverse and changing as your schedule! We understand that not everyone can fit a traditional study arrangement, so instead choose from a distance experience, a completely virtual learning or a blend of both.
The RealCare Difference
People want more than a concept or just a sit-down classroom experience, they want to be with professionals who have practised it personally and who are able to impart knowledge according to the individual’s learning and lifestyle needs. That's why at RealCare you'll have personal contact industry experienced experts to not only train you, but be available for questions and hands-on engagement.
Course Fees
Fee for Service
Total Course Fee: $3,000
You may be eligible for government subsidised training to complete this course. For further information please contact Aspire to Succeed RTO 32555.
Note, payment options are also available.
For more information about course fees and eligibility of funded training, please download our course flyer or contact us directly.
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