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Course Details - CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support - MADEC



 This course will not be offered in 2025.



  
AHSPs TitleIndividual Support (Aged Care)
QualificationCHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
RTOMADEC (National Code 3957)
Host OrganisationMADEC
Course Length2 Semesters (1 year)
Course DescriptionThis course has been designed to prepare students: LEARN HOW TO Appreciate diversity and inclusiveness and their benefits Recognise and promote ways to support healthy functioning of the body Determine support needs Provide support services Communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and situations Promote independence Work legally and ethically Understand and comply with infection control procedures
PathwaysOn completion of - Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Care Worker Field Officer (Community Services) Home Care Assistant Nurse’s Aide School Support Officer EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: Certificate IV in Ageing Support or Disability Diploma of Community Services Diploma of Nursing Bachelor of Nursing
Entry RequirementsMust Complete an ‘Upfront Assessment of Needs’ (UAN) test, have a strong interest in Aged Care and a moderate level of Literacy and Numeracy. School and RTO will facilitate and schedule the UAN. Enrolling students must provide evidence of experience within this industry prior to enrolling. Ask your VET coordinator for further details. Students are required to take part in the Upfront Assessment of Needs process. This process includes assessing suitability to ensure there is a good fit between the individual and the qualification of choice. And an on-line assessment in reading, maths and depending on the qualification level, writing too.
Other RequirementsA Department of Human Services (DHS) clearance is required by ALL students prior to starting the course. Because you are classed as a VOLUNTEER student when on work placement the DHS clearance is free of charge. Students can apply by using the following link: https://www.dcsiscreening.sa.gov.au/SCRequestApplicationIndividual
Dates and Times35 weekly sessions at St Francis de Sales College on Wednesdays from 09:00 until 15:00.
Commencement date 08/02/23.
Completion date: All delivery will be completed in 2023 with placement and assessment requirements being finalised in February 2024
Work Placement20 days
All students must completed a minimum of 120 hours of work placement in an accredited Aged care Facility and complete performance tasks to achieve competency.
SACE DetailsSACE Stage 2, 90 SACE credits
Units Of Competency
CoreCHCCCS015Provide individualised support30 nominal hours
 CHCCCS023Support independence and wellbeing80 nominal hours
 CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services30 nominal hours
 CHCDIV001Work with diverse people40 nominal hours
 HLTAAP001Recognise healthy body systems70 nominal hours
 HLTINF001Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures25 nominal hours
 HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client care25 nominal hours
 CHCLEG001Work legally and ethically55 nominal hours
ElectiveCHCAGE001Facilitate the empowerment of older people50 nominal hours
 CHCAGE005Provide support to people living with dementia65 nominal hours
 CHCCCS011Meet personal support needs60 nominal hours
 CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues80 nominal hours
 CHCPAL001Deliver care services using a palliative approach60 nominal hours
Nominal hours are used for SACE purposes and are not reflective of actual delivery hours
Training Cost$350.00 GST exempt
This training cost may vary in 2023 and does not include consumables but includes GST for materials.



Course fee covers both Year 1 and Year 2.



Students will undertake the VET Readiness Orientation (VETRO) process in Semester 2, 2022 via a referral process completed at their Home School using an online from. Once the Home School has completed the referral process, students will be required to undertake a Snapshot Reading and Numeracy Assessment to demonstrate sufficient literacy and numeracy ability.



This training cost is the gap fee payable after subsidised government funding from the Department for Innovation and Skills (VFSS).



For DfE families who qualify for School Card, there may be no cost for this course.



Non-member schools - an admin levy of $250.00 per student.



Please refer to your school's VET Coordinator for further information.
Other CostsNone
Other costs may apply.
Cost NotesThis course is delivered by a National Accredited Training Organisation with an approved Funded Activities Agreement with Department of Innovation and Skills, and as such, students may be eligible to be funded for the Training Cost of this course under the Subsidised Training List for VET in Schools. From January 2022, students who turn 16 in year 11 will be able to access subsidised training from the beginning of the school year. Please refer to your school's VET Coordinator for more information.
Number Of StudentsMinimum    12
Maximum   22
Selection ProcessStudents will undertake the VET Readiness Orientation (VETRO) process in Semester 2, 2022 via a referral process completed at their Home School using an online from. Once the Home School has completed the referral process, students will be required to undertake a Snapshot Reading and Numeracy Assessment to demonstrate sufficient literacy and numeracy ability. An interview will be required for all new students applying into this course. The interview will be conducted at St Francis de Sales College, SA Mt Barker campus. Applicants will be contacted to confirm time and date.
Orientation DetailsAll students will have an induction on Day 1 of course commencement to go through: House keeping Expectations Studying VET Code of Conduct Simulated Assessment Assessment requirements Work placement requirements Work Health and Safety
Contact PersonBranden Hill, Phone 8393 1000, Email Bhill@stfrancis.catholic.edu.au
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