Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CRICOS Course Code: 090829J
CRICOS Course Code: 090829JVET National Code: CHC33015
Government funded course for eligible candidates
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Course Description
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) course provides the required training to work in a community and/or residential workplace, offering support to people with disabilities. The growing disability sector is a valuable and fulfilling industry and offers a range of career paths.
Almost 20 percent of Australians have a disability (3.96 million people, or 1 in 5). This may be any condition that restricts a person’s mental, sensory or mobility functions. It may be caused by accident, trauma, genetics or disease. A disability may be temporary or permanent, total or partial, lifelong or acquired, visible or invisible.
People with disabilities are living a lot longer as medical support and resources are readily available in Australia. Therefore, the demand for skilled workers is greater now than ever before. This qualification delivers the skills and knowledge required for working in the community and/or residential settings providing person-centred support to people with disabilities in everyday living tasks, recreation and leisure, accommodation support, skills development, recreation and respite care.
People with disability have the same rights as others to participate in community life. It is important that services and facilities are accessible for them. As a Disability Support Worker you are assisting people to access all services that are available to everybody living in Australia and improve inclusion of people with a disability.
This Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) course is delivered via face to face training in a classroom environment with simulated practical tasks carried our practical room, followed by 160 hours of workplace training arranged by Australian Professional Skills Institute.
Career Outcomes:
- Personal Care Worker
- Assistant in Nursing
- Community Care Worker
- Disability Support Worker
Course Admission Requirements:
Australian Professional Skills Institute is CRICOS registered (CRICOS Provider Code 03255G). All students must be over 18 years of age before they can commence this course at APSI.
Domestic Australian Students:
- For Certificate level courses, students must have completed a minimum of Year 10 schooling or equivalent or to be a mature age student (20 years of age and above).
- Students need to demonstrate they have proficiency in English. If students cannot provide documented proof of their English language proficiency, they will be required to sit for a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN) before a place can be offered.
- Find out if you are eligible for the government funded Certificate III in Individual Support fees.
- This course is approved by the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) for student payment. Domestic students who meets the requirements of an approved course of education and study may be eligible to receive student payment from the Department.
- Additional requirements below.
International Students:
- This course is available to international students on a higher education student visa as their concurrent/ secondary course.
- Students need to demonstrate they have proficiency in English. If students cannot provide documented proof of their English language proficiency, they will be required to sit for a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN) before a place can be offered.
- International students are required to have a minimum of IELTS test results of 5.5 (academic) with no individual band lower than 5, or achieve an equivalent in other forms of testing that satisfy the Institute’s requirement. If an international student does not have any current IELTS score or any recognised English language result, they are required to take an English language test.
- For Certificate level courses, students must have completed a minimum of Year 10 schooling or equivalent or to be a mature age student (20 years of age and above).
- Additional requirements below.
Note: International student studying a concurrent/secondary course on student visa
An overseas student in Australia on a student visa is permitted to undertake additional study at the same time as the principal course. However, any course undertaken by a student visa holder must be registered on CRICOS. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) is also required for any additional study in a course undertaken by an overseas student whilst in Australia on a student visa. APSI is a registered CRICOS provider which accepts international student undertake this course as their secondary course.
Additional Requirements:
- All Certificate III in Individual Support students must be willing to apply, or already hold, a current National Police Clearance (not older than 3 months at time of enrolment). This is COMPULSORY for students/candidates to undertake workplace training. A National Police Clearance can be acquired from any Post Office for a small fee. Please allow 3 weeks for delivery. Students cannot attend work experience without this.
- All learners are required to wear an APSI uniform while attending workplace training.
Units of Competency
This Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) course consists of units of competence, including core units and elective units, as listed below:
Unit Code |
Unit Name |
Core Units |
|
| CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and well being |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
Elective Units |
|
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCDIS001 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCDIS002 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports |
| CHCDIS003 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
Students can also acquire a dual qualification – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) by taking the following extra units:
Additional Units |
|
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
| CHCHCS001 | Provide home and community support services |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
Intake Dates
2019
16 April
10 July
2 October
Course Fees
Mode of Delivery
This program is delivered with a classroom based face to face training which includes but not limited to utilising the specialised training facilities under the required supervision of the trainer, explanation, demonstrations, presentations and some self-paced studies. Also a minimum of 160 hours of workplace training in an appropriate aged care environment is required.
Facilitators/trainers may provide additional learning materials where gaps exist in participants underpinning knowledge or in the training resources.
Career Outcome
Occupational names may include:
| Assistant in Nursing | Community Support Worker |
| Accommodation Support Worker | In Home Respite Worker |
| Personal Care Assistant | Personal Care Giver |
| Personal Care Worker | Home Care Assistant |
| Nursing Assistant | Community Care Worker |
| Disability Service Officer (in some jurisdictions) | Care Assistant |
| Care Service Employee | Community House Worker |
| Field Officer | Carer |
Course Duration
International students : 1 semester (26 weeks) which includes 160 hours of workplace training in aged care homes or community care facilities
Domestic students: 14 weeks face to face training which includes 160 hours of workplace training in aged care homes or community care facilities.
For students doing a dual qualification with Disability major, there is an additional 2 weeks of studies and additional 120 hours workplace training in a disability organisation.
Workplace Training / Work Experience
Work based training is a compulsory component of this course for all students. Students are required to work in aged care or community care facilities for 4 weeks to 9 weeks before graduation. There is no guarantee of employment or salary payment during work experience or work based training or work experience.
All students must produce a current National Police Clearance before they can be placed in workplace training. You can apply for police clearance through Veritas Police Check
Entry Requirements
Completion of Year 10 or equivalent with upper immediate level of English, or minimum IELTS score 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or pass the Institute’s literacy (LLN) test. No prior work experience is required in this field.
All students must be over 18 years of age before they can commence this course at APSI.
Timetable
Every Wednesy, Thursday and Friday
(Timetable may subject to change,please contact APSI for the latest timetable )
Assessment Methods
Assessment is based on the principles of competency based training. Performance of learners is assessed on their ability to perform the task(s) to industry standards. In order to ensure the principles of validity are upheld are variety of learning styles and a range of assessment strategies are used.
Assessment for each unit of competence will be through a combination of classroom based and work placement tasks. Classroom based assessment includes but is not limited to:
- Classroom Exercises
- Assignments
- Practical Demonstrations
- Group Activities
- Projects
- Verbal and/or written questions
Students are advised well in advance of assessment activities and a student may put forward for consideration any special needs they may have. The assessment criterion is documented in all modules, and workbooks. Dates of assessment are provided on the first day of class along with a timetable. Students may be assessed by a combination of continuous assessments and examinations. Continuous assessment may be based on competencies and marks, or a combination of both.
Uniform
Australian Professional Skills Institute will provide a uniform to all Aged Care and Home and Community Care students while they undertake workplace training.
All Aged Care and Home and Community Care students are required to wear non-slip covered flat shoes while undertaking practical training in a simulated environment and in the workplace.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
APS Institute gives students credits or recognition for skills and knowledge they already possess. An RPL application form can be obtained from APS Institute.
Accreditation
This Certificate III in Individual Support program is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) at Diploma level. As a registered training organisation, qualifications issued by APS Institute are nationally recognised. If all units of competency are not achieved a Statement of Attainment will be issued for the units that have been successfully completed.
Articulation
Upon completion of the Certificate IV in Home and Community Care, students can continue to study Bachelor of Nursing with Australian Universities with advance standing. Details on advance standing may vary from different Universities.
Employment Skills
Breadth, depth and complexity covering planning and initiation of alternative approaches to skills and knowledge application across a broad range ot technical and/or management requirements, evaluation and coordination. Self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others.
(Source: AQF Implementation Handbook 2007)
Location of Delivery
Face to Face Classroom learning – Wellington Fair, 40 Lord Street, East Perth, WA 6004, Australia
Workplace Training – at the workplace, as approved by Australian Professional Skills Institute’s workplace assessor
National Police Clearance
A National Police Clearance is compulsory for all students who undertake industry placement or work experience. A National Police Clearance can be acquired from any Post Office for a small fee. Please allow 3 weeks for delivery. Students cannot attend work experience without this.
Disclaimer
The information contained on this website is current at the time of publishing. Australian Professional Skills Institute reserves the right to change the admission requirements, fees, location of delivery and units of competency whenever necessary. Please contact us for the most current information.
