• Tuition fee A$12,000
• Enrolment fee A$250
• Material Fee A$1,750

• 52 weeks
• Full-Time
• Study (20 hours per week) including holiday

Training and assessment are conducted face-to-face, both in the classroom and in a simulated environment, as well as in the workplace.

Assessment methods include written work, project, logbook /third party report and observations. The college will organise 120 hours of compulsory work placement.

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Successful completion of year 12 or equivalent
• Successful completion of the college's LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) test and digital literacy assessment

Must have:

• Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word and a web browser).
• Access to the Internet.
• Access to a video and audio recording device.
• Computer skills including an understanding of how to access an online video conferencing software, how to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader, and be able to download, scan and upload documents, and how to access online materials.

Note: If you need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for you.

Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience within a relevant industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.

Additional Requirements:

Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:

• A Federal Police Check (name check), no more than 6 months
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check when required
• Evidence of up-to-date vaccination as required
• Applicants must be physically capable of doing general lifting and be prepared to be on their feet for long stretches of time.

Additional requirements for enrolment in 26 weeks course duration:

Completion of CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support from Australian Institute of Digital Technology (AIDT) or equivalent.

• Personal Care Worker
• Community Support Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Home Care Worker
• Support Worker

After completing this qualification, individuals may undertake the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services

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AIDT recognises AQF and VET qualifications, as well as Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs. Students may apply for course credit, which will be assessed and recorded by AIDT. Approved credits may reduce the course duration.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) acknowledges a student’s previous formal or informal learning, work, and life experience relevant to the course outcomes. Students who believe they already hold certain competencies may apply for RPL by submitting an application with supporting evidence that aligns with each Unit of Competency. For more information, contact AIDT.

Students must achieve competency in all 18 units listed below to successfully complete CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification.

Core Units

• CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
• CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
• CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
• CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
• CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
• CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
• HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
• CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
• CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
• CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
• CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
• CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

• • CHCAGE012 Provide food services
  • CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
  • CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care