Certificate III in Aged Care

Clark Education City’s Certificate III in Aged Care is designed for those wanting to pursue an Personal Carers career within an aged care facility and combines industry relevant learning and assessment strategies, guiding students in developing a competitive advantage for success in the Aged Care and Nursing Health Care Industry.

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Course Duration

16 weeks

Average Contact Hours

18 per week

Pre-Requisite

IELTS Entry 5.5 or equivalent

Professional Development

All assessments undertaken are designed to replicate the types of skills and standards that will be required for success in the aged care industry eg. practical demonstrations, project-based work and presentations. Additional services provided to CEC students to enhance their employability include the following:

  1. Resume Workshop
  2. Interview Skills Workshop
  3. English for Health Care
  4. Australian Culture, Language and Communications Workshop
  5. Careers and Further Education Workshop
  6. Student Mentoring
  7. Industry Tours
  8. Work Experience
  9. Uniforms

Qualification Pathways

Certificate IV
Diploma
Advanced Diploma
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Diploma
Masters Degree

Career Pathways

Successful participants will graduate with the skills and knowledge to work under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans.
Possible career outcomes could include:

  1. Nursing Assistant
  2. Community Care Worker
  3. Community House Worker
  4. Community Support Worker
  5. Disability Service Officer
  6. Field Officer
  7. In-home respite worker
  8. Personal Care Assistant
  9. Personal Care Worker
  10. Support Worker
  11. Accommodation Support Officer

Course Outline

COMMUNICATION
CHCCS411A Work effectively in the community sector
CHCAC318A Work effectively with older people
CHCCOM302C Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
CHCMH301A Work effectively in mental health
CHCDIS301A Work effectively with people with a disability

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
CHCOHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work
HLTFA301B Apply First Aid

SERVICE DELIVERY
HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in health care Core context
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal needs
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of Core individualised care plans
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well Core being
CHCCS305A Assist clients with medication
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia

Pre Enrolment Information

Clark Education City will provide you with the following additional information prior to enrolment:

  1. Student selection, enrolment, SSP Visa and induction/orientation procedures
  2. Course information, including content and vocational outcomes
  3. Fees and charges, including refund policy and exemptions (where applicable)
  4. Provision for language, literacy and numeracy assistance
  5. Student support, including any external support the CEC has arranged for students
  6. Staff responsibilities for access and equity as provided for in CEC’s code of practice
  7. Flexible learning and assessment procedures
  8. Welfare and guidance services
  9. Appeals and complaints procedures
  10. Disciplinary procedures
  11. Living in Clark Special Economic Zone (CSEZ)

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