CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) - International
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Intakes
February 2025April 2025
July 2025
Locations
Geelong City CampusWerribee Princes Campus
Duration
Full-time: 8 MonthsCRICOS code
114640J
Fee
$12,810Course description
Do you have an empathetic nature, good people skills and are looking for flexible work? A healthcare career could be for you.
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) prepares you for working with elderly and/or people living with disabilities in a community or residential setting. You will learn to communicate and work in health or community services, provide individualised support, recognise healthy body systems, work with diverse people, support independence and wellbeing, follow safe work practices and work legally and ethically.
Individual support has two specialisations, disability and ageing, in one. Students will gain both streams by studying this dual specialisation.
Work placement/industry experience
120 hours of work placement is required in this course, organised by The Gordon.
- Students will complete placement over 3 weeks, 5 days per week. Hours will be from 7.00am - 3.00pm.
- Placement is not paid work and students will not receive payment for undertaking practical placement.
- A current police check is required.
- The uniform is navy blue scrub top, including black/navy pants/scrub pants and flat non-slip fully enclosed shoes.
- As per worker vaccination requirements, all applicants for this course must be triple vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 prior to undertaking placement which is a requirement for completion of this course. Students are also required to have an up to date Flu vaccination as well. Students are required to provide evidence of full vaccination status, including booster dose, as part of their placement documentation which is provided to placement facilities. Students that cannot provide valid evidence will not be able to complete placement and therefore unable to complete this course.
Possible career outcomes
- Personal care worker/assistant
- Direct care worker
- Disability support worker
- Home care worker
Applications & attendance
How to apply
Find out what documents you will need to complete for your application.
Please complete the two forms below and submit via an education agent in your country.
If you need help, contact the International team.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 February Geelong City Campus |
Open: 13 Feb 2024 Close: 3 Feb 2025 |
Class Day
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Start: 28 Jan 2025 Mon,Tue,Wed,Fri 9am to 4pm-3.5 days/week |
Full-time: 8 Months |
| 2025 February Werribee Princes Campus | Open: 13 Feb 2024 Close: 3 Feb 2025 | Class Day | Start: 28 Jan 2025 Mon,Thu,Fri 9 am to 4 pm - 3 days/week | Full-time: 8 Months |
| 2025 April Geelong City Campus | Open: 13 Feb 2024 Close: 1 Apr 2025 | Class Day | Start: 22 Apr 2025 Mon,Thu,Fri 9 am to 4 pm - 3 days/week | Full-time: 8 Months |
| 2025 July Geelong City Campus | Open: 13 Feb 2024 Close: 1 Jul 2025 | Class Day | Start: 21 Jul 2025 Mon,Thu,Fri 9 am to 4 pm - 3 days/week | Full-time: 8 Months |
2025 July Werribee Princes Campus | Open: 13 Feb 2024 Close: 1 Jul 2025 | Class Day | Start: 21 Jul 2025 Mon,Thu,Fri 9 am to 4 pm - 3 days/week | Full-time: 8 Months |
Note: Students are required to undertake some self-paced learning and assessment activities outside of class time.
Please refer to our key dates and orientation webpage here.
We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers. An application does not guarantee a place in this course.
Entrance requirements
Academic:
Successful completion of Australian Year 11 or equivalent – Equivalents can be found on our Entry Requirements page.
English:
IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 (or equivalent) – Equivalents can be found on our English language equivalency page.
Age/other requirements:
You must be 18 years or over at the time of course commencement.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | HLTINF006 | 35 |
| Communicate and work in health or community services | CHCCOM005 | 30 |
| Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | CHCCCS038 | 120 |
| Follow safe work practices for direct client care | HLTWHS002 | 25 |
| Provide individualised support | CHCCCS031 | 100 |
| Recognise healthy body systems | CHCCCS041 | 80 |
| Support independence and wellbeing | CHCCCS040 | 80 |
| Work legally and ethically | CHCLEG001 | 55 |
| Work with diverse people | CHCDIV001 | 40 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach | CHCDIS011 | 40 |
| Deliver care services using a palliative approach | CHCPAL003 | 70 |
| Provide support to people living with dementia | CHCAGE011 | 80 |
| Support community participation and social inclusion | CHCDIS012 | 60 |
| Work effectively in aged care | CHCAGE013 | 65 |
| Work effectively in disability support | CHCDIS020 | 65 |
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).Find out more about CT or RPL here.
Assessment is based on:
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
- Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)
- Workplace evidence
Fees
Fees are based on current year and are subject to change for future years. Fees are charged upon course offer and must be paid to obtain the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Contact the international office for detailed information or see fees, payments and refunds. More information.
Total tuition fee:
$12,810
Total approx. non tuition fees:
$630
Further study options
- HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact the International Office at international@gordontafe.edu.au or 5225 0920.