Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Course Overview
The CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support reflects the role of support workers who complete specialized tasks and functions in aged services. They work either in residential, hospital or community based environments and are required to take responsibility for their own work within defined organization guidelines.
They will also be required to maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery. Workers will be required to demonstrate leadership and take responsibility for other team members.
The course modules are structured to provide a balanced program of theory and practice relevant to the career opportunities across the aged care industry.
Course Structure
18 units of competency are required for this qualification, including:
15 core units
3 elective units
CORE UNITS
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
CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being
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
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
ELECTIVE UNITS
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years or older at the start of the course. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | English proficiency requirements:
IELTS (Academic) – 6.0 overall or equivalent |
Career Opportunities
Job Outcomes
- Aged Support Worker
- Aged Care Activity Worker
- Care Service Team Leader
- Care Supervisor (Aged Care)
- Personal care assistance
- Personal service assistance