About this course
Entry Requirements
- USI (Unique Student Identifier) Number
- Mature age entry (18+)
- Initial skills assessment
- Valid and current email address
- National Police Check (Fee applies)**
Course
Overview:
This qualification addresses work in client homes and other community setting under regular supervision within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans. It reflects the role of community workers who follow an individualised plan to provide personalised support to those who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.
Possible Job Outcomes: Learners who have successfully completed the course are expected to find employment in the following positions:
Work Placement: 120 hours’ minimum work placement within a Community Services facility is compulsory for this qualification. Work Experience Insurance will be provided by REACH for Training
*Please Note: The elective units selected are relevant to local industry requirements, the work outcome and the qualification level. The electives listed below are REACH for Training preferred electives
CENTRELINK APPROVAL NUMBER 2P728
- Work involves using judgment in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for one’s own output
- Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centered support
- Workers carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities for people in their own homes or in other community settings
- Workers carry out activities to an individualised plan
- Workers report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers
- This qualification can be completed as traineeship in some States / Territories
- Basic understanding of the operations of an Aged Care Facility
- Provide personal care
- Support people living with dementia
- For a detailed outline on the learning outcomes of this qualification, please visit www.training.gov.au
- Face to Face Classroom
- Homework and Self-study
- Work Placement hours
- Assignment activities
- Assessment time
Possible Job Outcomes: Learners who have successfully completed the course are expected to find employment in the following positions:
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Nursing Support Assistant
- Home Care Assistant
- Personal Care Giver
- Residential Care Worker
- Community Care Worker
Work Placement: 120 hours’ minimum work placement within a Community Services facility is compulsory for this qualification. Work Experience Insurance will be provided by REACH for Training
*Please Note: The elective units selected are relevant to local industry requirements, the work outcome and the qualification level. The electives listed below are REACH for Training preferred electives
CENTRELINK APPROVAL NUMBER 2P728
Core Units
Unit code
(Core - all units required)
Competency Name
CHCCCS015
Provide individualised support
CHCCCS023
Support independence and well being
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units
Elective Units
(Elective - optional units)
Competency Name
CHCAGE001
Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCCCS011
Meet personal support needs
CHCCCS025
Support relationships with carers and families
CHCHCS001
Provide home and community support services
CHCAGE002
Implement falls prevention strategies
HLTAID003
Provide first aid