Have you considered a career in the Aged Care sector?

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) will prepare you for work as a carer in a residential aged care facility.  It will introduce you to all aspects of a carer’s role including personal care, wellbeing and assistance with daily activities.

This course is ideal for those who want to formalise their existing community work skills, and those who wish to work in aged care facilities and care for the elderly.

Course Information

Practical Placement

Includes 120 hours industry placement to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and further develop your skills in a workplace setting.

Occupational titles may include: Aged Care Worker, Community Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Accommodation Support Worker, Community Care Worker, Personal Carer and Field Officer.

Dates
Starting 20 February 2020

Days:
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays (3 days per week), plus work placement

Time:
9:30am – 3:00pm

Enrolment Information:

To be considered for enrolment in this program you must attend a pre-training interview.

At the interview we will assess your eligibility for government assistance with tuition fees and provide you with an individual statement of fees.

For fee information click here

To download a printable flyer for the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) click here.

If you are interested in this course click  https://djerriwarrh.org.au/contact/

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements although it is expected that students will have basic literacy and numeracy skills and moderate computer, internet and email skills.  You will also need to demonstrate genuine compassion and empathy towards others.

This training program includes an additional industry placement component (minimum 120 hours) and you will need to have a satisfactory national police check (must be obtained by participant following acceptance into the course).

Students are required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to commence any accredited training in Australia.  Please see staff if you need any advice on this matter.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Core Units

Elective Units