CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
About this course
The CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support offers diverse career opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the community. Whether supporting individuals living at home or in care, this qualification focuses on Disability, Ageing, and Home and Community care. Gain the essential skills to provide outstanding support for people with disabilities and become part of the journey toward building a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
There are tasks that must be completed in both a simulated environment and the workplace. Specifically, learners are required to:
- Provide personal support to people with individualised plans, using aids and equipment, including devices used by the person, to undertake each of the following in the workplace on three occasions.
- Simulation must occur prior to being assessed in the workplace, as described in the assessment conditions. This ensures learners are adequately prepared through simulation before applying their skills in a real-world workplace setting.
- Care Assistants (at Facilities & at Home)
- Support Workers
- Respite Workers
- Behavioural / Community Support – Office and Team Leaders
12 months
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Student’s must have computer literacy and literacy skills.
There are a wide variety of funding options available. From government funding through to fee-for-service. To find out what you are eligible for, click here.
- CHCCCS031 Provide Individualise Support
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in Health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse People
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills developing using a strengths-based approach
- CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCCCS044 Follow established person centred behaviour support
- CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Education pathways after completing CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support may include:
- CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
- HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
- CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
Course Enquiry
START DATE
Enrol Anytime
DURATION
12 Months
MODES OF LEARNING
Workplace Traineeships, Online Learning
FAQs
To be eligible to commence a traineeship, a participant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident working full or part time (minimum 15 hours). The participant must have the support of their employer, an accredited RTO (like METS) and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.
Check to see if you are eligible here:
https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/apprentices-and-trainees/low-cost-and-free-training-options/smart-and-skilled
Finding a traineeship is similar to finding any job. You’ll need to network with employers and job recruitment agencies and market yourself within your chosen sector.
If a participant is ineligible for a traineeship due to their employment status (casual, part-time working under 15 hours etc.), they can still complete the course through a Self-Paced course. Depending on their circumstances, learners may qualify for Smart and Skilled funding or choose to enrol through a Fee-for-Service payment arrangement.
For those ineligible for a traineeship due to residency status, completing the qualification may still be possible through a Fee-for-Service option, although Visa restrictions may apply. We recommend consulting your immigration officer and reaching out to us for guidance on your specific eligibility and options. For more information click here: Learn more about Smart and Skilled
Depending on the unit of study, you will complete both theory and practical based assessments to achieve competency in your qualification. Assessments may include short answer, project work, case students and reflection logs.
Yes. Under certain circumstances your traineeship can be extended, however this process can take some time and applying for an extension should be considered as a last resort. You should speak to us and/or your Australian Apprenticeship Centre if you are considering applying for an extension.
