CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Course Outline
This qualification focuses on the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged
services, either in residential or community based environments. Workers will take responsibility for Care provision
within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality through the development, provision and review of
individualised service planning and delivery.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with the appropriate Commonwealth, State/Territory
legislation and Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Entry Requirements
- There are no academic prerequisites for CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support. But you need to have reasonable English Language, Literacy and Numeracy to successfully complete the course (LLN). In addition, a Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check (WWC) and a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check(Disability Stream) is mandatory prior to your work placement. You must also undertake a Federal Police Check (AFP) or NSW Police check (no less than 3 years old).
Target Students
Target students want to pursue a career in a facility such as Aged Care Facilities, Nursing Home, Hostel, Residential Care Facility, Retirement Village, Community Health Care Centre and other Ageing support related services.
NTA’s Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in the following roles:
- Personal Care Worker
- Care Supervisor
- Hostel Supervisor
- Accomadation Support worker
- Day Activity Worker
- Care Team leader
- Residential Care Leader
Course Duration
The course duration for the Course is 9-12 months.
The weekly class schedule is as follows:
- Classroom learning, practice and assessment
- Self study in your own time.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must complete at least 120 hours of work Placement in a an Ageing,
Disability services organisation or related services as detailed in the Assessment requirements of the Unit of
Competency (UoC).
Course Location
This course is delivered at the following location:
Suite 106-108, 3 Railway Parade Burwood. NSW 2134
Course Delivery
- Face to Face: Theoretical content and group discussions delivered in an interactive classroom setting
- Simulation Training: Hands on practical skills developed in a controlled environment, ensuring NTA's students are confident in real world care delivery situations
- Self paced learning: provides NTA's students the flexibility they need to complete the theoretical components and assessments at their own pace, however within the assigned timeframes.
- Work placements: Provides NTA's students exposure to Aged Care and Disability settings, with focus on practical application of theoretical knowledge developed throughout the course in professional care settings.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers
Prospective students may have developed a number of skills in community care, through previous employment, life experience and/or formal studies. If this is the case, they are encouraged to enquire about Recognition of Prior learning (RPL) which may shorten their course. For example, Students holding a current First Aid Certificate from a recognised RTO, can receive credit towards for the Provide First Aid Unit.
Study Units and Qualification
Students will need to complete a total of 18 units to meet the requirements of the qualification:
- Core Units (15 Units)
- Elective Units (3 Units)
| Unit Code | Unit Code Description | |
|---|---|---|
| CORE | ||
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people* | |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance | |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems* | |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care* | |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients | |
| 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 well-being* | |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families (HACC)* | |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach* | |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| HLTHPS006 | Assist clients with medications | |
| HLTHPS007 | Administer and mosnitor medications | |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | |
* Eligible for Credits
Educational Pathways
After achieving the Certificate IV in Ageing Suppory you have a number of pathway options. Some of them include:
- Certificate IV in Disability Support with NTA
- Certificate IV in Mental Health with NTA
- Diploma of Community Services with NTA or
- Bachelor of Nursing with another tertiary education provider provided you meet their entry requirements.
Course Fees
NTA will decide the course fees based on the credit transfer and Unit of Competency required to achieve the qualification. Fees are payable by Cheque, Money order, Cash, Internet or Bank Deposit. NTA may enter into payment plans depending on student needs on a case by case basis.
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