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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)
The Certificate III in Individual Support is a nationally recognised qualification for
individuals seeking to work in community, home or residential care settings.
This course focuses on developing practical skills to support people who require
assistance due to ageing, disability or other support needs. Training emphasises personcentred care, communication, and safe work practices required in care environments.
Learning is hands-on and designed to reflect real care settings, supporting the
development of confidence and capability for entry-level support roles.
A mandatory work placement component enables students to apply their skills in a
supervised workplace environment
CRICOS 111833B
This qualification reflects the role of support workers who provide assistance in accordance with individualised support plans while working under supervision and delegation as part of a care team.
Graduates apply their skills within the scope of their job role and in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian Standards, and relevant industry codes of practice.
To be awarded this qualification, students must complete a minimum of 120 hours of mandatory work placement, as specified in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
Pathway
This qualification provides a pathway to work in a diverse range of community and/or residential setting including people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other circumstances.
Course Unit
Total number of units of competency = 15
20 hours a week
120 hours of work placement
Core – 9 units
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and well being
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Electives – 6 units (Disability) *
- CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
- CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
- CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
- CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
- CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
* Electives are subject to change due to industry requirements or delivery type.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements mandated by the training package for this qualification; however, all students are required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment prior to enrolment.
Students must also have:
- National Police Clearance (issued within 6 months of course commencement)
- Working With Children Check
- Proof of identity
- Unique Student Identifier (USI)
For international students: Please refer to the International Students tab for CRICOS-specific requirements.
Course Dates
Intake rolling intakes monthly
Occupational titles may include:
Support Worker
Personal Care Worker
Aged Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
Home Care Worker
Community Care Worker
Local Student Fees
- Tuition fee:
- Resource Fee:
- Total Course Fee:Payment plans available
International Student Fees
- Tuition Fee:
- Resource Fee:
- Application Fee:non-refundable
- Total Course Fee:
- Initial Fee Required for COE
CRICOS Course Code – 111833B
English requirements
International students are required to have a minimum of IELTS score to 6.0 / PTE score of 52, or their equivalent.
DNA Kingston Training assists students with packaging English training if required.
Course Fee
Local Student Fees
- Tuition fee:
- Resource Fee:
- Total Course Fee:Payment plans available
International Student Fees
- Tuition Fee:
- Resource Fee:
- Application Fee:non-refundable
- Total Course Fee:
- Initial Fee Required for COE
CRICOS Course Code – 111833B
English requirements
International students are required to have a minimum of IELTS score to 6.0 / PTE score of 52, or their equivalent.
DNA Kingston Training assists students with packaging English training if required.
Resource fees are charges for materials that are considered essential to a course or unit of study and which do not form part of the course fee. The resource fee covers materials purchased by DNA Kingston Training to be consumed or transformed by students in the course of instruction, such as materials, workbooks and course specific uniforms.
Additional Items are items that are required to complete the course of study, but are retained by the student. This can include protective clothing, textbooks, and tools. Details of the additional items required for each course can be obtained from the College.
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services.
Resource fees are charges for materials that are considered essential to a course or unit of study and which do not form part of the course fee. The resource fee covers materials purchased by DNA Kingston Training to be consumed or transformed by students in the course of instruction, such as materials, workbooks and course specific uniforms.
Additional Items are items that are required to complete the course of study, but are retained by the student. This can include protective clothing, textbooks, and tools. Details of the additional items required for each course can be obtained from the College.
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services.