Further your career in the Aged Care industry with a Certificate IV in Ageing Support. This qualification will prepare you to perform specialised tasks in aged services, empower older individuals, support people with dementia, deliver care with a palliative approach, and lead a team of aged care workers.
A Certificate III in Individual Support qualification can go a long way. Here’s what is possible:
It is anticipated that over 50,000 job opportunities will emerge in this field over the next five years, with roles available in a variety of organisations such as aged care facilities, community health centres, and home care services.
Training Delivery
The Certificate IV in Community Services course is predominantly classroom based. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: LearnEd Training RTO ID 52504
Students are provided with the following:
Required course materials such as:
Required course materials such as workbooks
Access to computers and software during class
Your student training plan
A dedicated and qualified trainer
Targeted assessment tools
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this qualification, however, students must be 17 years or older to enrol and parental consent required if under 18.
Student must be 18 years of age to complete work placement and complete this qualification.
Students must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test at induction
Student must have a USI number – we can assist if required.
Students must be citizen/permanent resident or have legal rights to study & work in Australia.
Students also required to have a National police Clearance before commencing Work Placement.
Upon Completion
Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will receive a:
Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript OR
Statement of Attainment (if student is found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
To attain the Certificate IV in Ageing Support, eighteen (18) units must be successfully completed, consisting of fifteen (15) core and three (3) elective units.
Course Units
Unit Code
Unit Description
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
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS023
Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025
Support relationships with carers and families
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003
Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCPAL001
Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCPRP001
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
Elective Units
Unit Code
Unit Description
CHCCCS010
Maintain a high standard of service
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCCOM002
Use communication to build relationships
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