Certificate III in Individual Support
(Ageing and Disability)
Course Outcome
Study Options
- Class
- Duration: 2 Semesters
Campus Locations
Employment Prospects
- Personal Care Assistant
- Direct Care Worker
- Support Worker
- Personal Care Worker
- Personal Carer
COURSE UNITS
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing / Home and Community) will consist of the following 13 units (7 core and 6 elective units). You will be required to undertake 120 hours of vocational/work placement (WP) in an approved setting.
- Provide person-centered support in community, home, or care settings
- Work under supervision as part of a team
- Follow individualiSed plans for support
- Responsible for their own tasks within job role
- Possess factual, technical, and procedural knowledge
- Skills must align with legislation and industry standards
- Completion of at least 120 hours of work required
- No specific licensing or certification needed at this time
CORE UNITS
| Core Units | |
|---|---|
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CHCCCS031
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Provide individualised support (x3 Work Placement assessments |
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CHCCCS038
|
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (x1 Work Placement assessment) |
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CHCCCS040
|
Support independence and wellbeing (120 hrs of Work Placement & x3 Work Placement assessments) |
|
CHCCOM005
|
Communicate and work in health or community services |
|
CHCDIV001
|
Work with diverse people |
|
CHCLEG001
|
Work legally and ethically
|
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HLTINF006
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Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (x3 Work Placement assessments)
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CHCCCS041
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Recognise healthy body systems |
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HLTWHS002
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Follow safe work practices for direct client care
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ELECTIVE UNITS
| ELECTIVE UNITS | |
|---|---|
|
CHCAGE011
|
Provide support to people living with dementia (x2 Work Placement assessments) |
|
CHCAGE013
|
Work effectively in aged care |
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CHCPAL003
|
Deliver carer services using a palliative approach |
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CHCDIS011
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Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (x1 Work Placement assessment)
|
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CHCDIS012
|
Support community participation and social inclusion |
|
CHCDIS020
|
Work effectively in disability support |
FEES
FUNDING
Government Subsidised Training – Eligibility Enquiry
Am I eligible for Career Ready, Career Start or Career Boost Government Funding?
You may be eligible for subsidised training under the Queensland Government’s Career Ready, Career Start or Career Boost programs, depending on your individual circumstances.
These programs are designed to help eligible Queensland residents gain skills for in‑demand jobs by providing access to government-subsidised training, subject to eligibility requirements, funding availability and applicable student contribution fees.
How it works
- Subsidies are provided by the Queensland Government to approved training providers
- Available funding and eligibility requirements vary by program and qualification
- Students may still be required to pay a student contribution fee or other costs
From 1 July 2025, updated funding arrangements are in place to:
- Improve access to training for priority industries
- Support positive student outcomes
- Deliver training aligned to workforce needs across Queensland
Important information
- Eligibility criteria apply and must be assessed for each student
- Not all courses are subsidised under every program
- Funding availability is subject to change
- Participation in a subsidised program does not guarantee employment outcomes
Fees and Costs
Some eligible students may pay a reduced student contribution fee (in some cases from $50, depending on the qualification and funding program).
Fees will be confirmed prior to enrolment and are dependent on eligibility and course selection.
Next Steps
To find out if you’re eligible, contact us for a no‑obligation eligibility assessment.
Important Information
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Up Front Payment
When you enrol the total amount will need to be paid. This could be the cost of the full fee for the course or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Any upfront fee that exceeds $1000 a payment plan will apply.
Payment plan
If you have difficulties paying for the full cost of a course or the course exceeds $1000, you may be eligible for a payment plan, which will be negotiated upon enrolment.
STUDY OPTIONS
Classroom learning (Virtual and In-Class) provides a complete learning experience for students. Conducted in a class environment is a great way to learn face to face or via video conference and facilitated by industry professionals skilled at making the class experience interactive.
Our learning spaces are will equip for in-house simulations and workshops.
Courses may have a combination of online and classroom-based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
SELECTION OF CRITERIA
As part of the selection criteria for this program, it is highly recommended that students:
- are aged 16 years or older by the course commencement date
- have successfully completed Year 10 (or equivalent) or are of mature age
- have basic English reading and writing skills
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please click here to download the TESS Student Handbook for further information.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Up Front Payment
When you enrol the total amount will need to be paid. This could be the cost of the full fee for the course or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession. Any upfront fee that exceeds $1000 a payment plan will apply.
Payment plan
If you have difficulties paying for the full cost of a course or the course exceeds $1000, you may be eligible for a payment plan, which will be negotiated upon enrolment.
STUDY OPTIONS
Classroom learning (Virtual and In-Class) provides a complete learning experience for students. Conducted in a class environment is a great way to learn face to face or via video conference and facilitated by industry professionals skilled at making the class experience interactive. Our learning spaces are will equip for in-house simulations and workshops.
Courses may have a combination of online and classroom-based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
SELECTION CRITERIA
As part of the selection criteria for this program, it is highly recommended that students:
- are aged 16 years or older by the course commencement date
- have successfully completed Year 10 (or equivalent) or are of mature age
- have basic English reading and writing skills
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please click here to download the TESS Student Handbook for further information.