CHC43415 Certificate IV In Leisure & Health
Course Outline
This qualification focuses on the role of workers participating in design, implementation and evaluation of leisure, health activities and programs for clients in one or more sectors. Workers may be in residential facilities and/or in community agencies and day centres,completing specialised tasks and functions in relation to leisure and health.
Entry Requirements
- There are no academic prerequisites for the CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health. 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
Propsective students pursuing or aspirining a career in in design, implementation and evaluation of leisure, health
activities and programs for clients in facilities such as a Nursing Home, Hostel, Residential Care Facility,
Disability Facility, and Community Health Care Centre.
Graduates may seek employment in the following jobs:
- Activities officer
- Community leisure officer
- Disability officer(day support)
- Diversional therapy assistant
- Leisure officer
- Recreation activities officer
Course Duration
The course duration is 26 weeks.
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 ”
Suite 106-108, 3 Railway Parade Burwood. NSW 2134 ”
Course Delivery
- Face to Face: Theoritical 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 theoritical 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 theoritical knowledge developed throughout the course in professional care settings.
Course Assessment
As this is a nationally recognised qualification, students will be required to successfully complete all units to
meet the requirements. Each unit contains assessments which include:
- Assessment method 1: Knowledge based tests
- Assessment method 2: Projects and Case studies
- Assessment method 3: Practical demonstration in a simulated environment.
- Assessment method 4: Demonstration of clinical skills in workplace environment, assessed by NTA's facilitator
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 the following to meet the requirements of the qualification:
- 10 Core Units;7 Elective Units.
- The table below sets out the details of the study units.
| Unit Code | Unit Code Description | |
|---|---|---|
| CORE | ||
| CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | ✔ |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people* | ✔ |
| CHCLAH001 | Work effectively in the leisure and health industries | ✔ |
| CHCLAH002 | Contribute to leisure and health programming | ✔ |
| CHCLAH003 | Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs | ✔ |
| CHCLAH004 | Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs | ✔ |
| CHCLAH005 | Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming | ✔ |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | ✔ |
| HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status | ✔ |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care* | ✔ |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people | ✔ |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia* | ✔ |
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support* | ✔ |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and well being | ✔ |
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid* | ✔ |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families | ✔ |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | ✔ |
* Eligible for Credits
Educational Pathways
Students who have completed the Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Ageing and or Disability may receive credits for some units. Students who complete this program may chose to pursue either a Diploma in Leisure and Health or a Nursing program such as Diploma of Nursing.
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, Bank Deposit or Direct Debit. NTA may enter into payment plans depending on student needs on a case by case basis.
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