CHC43015 - CERTIFICATE IV IN AGEING SUPPORT

Course Description:

This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community-based environments. Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery.

Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organisation and the quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

Entry Requirement:

It is beneficial but not essential for students to have access to a workplace while undertaking this qualification. However, in order to pursue the qualification applicants must:

 Be 18 years or over;

Be sufficiently proficient in English (read, write and speak) to be able to work successfully in a highly regulated environment;

Have satisfactorily completed a minimum of year 11 or equivalent.

Language, Literacy & Numeracy
Applicants must undertake a language, literacy and numeracy assessment during prior to beginning the qualification. This is to assess your ability to meet the assessment requirement of the qualification to successfully complete the course. Results will be assessed on an individual level by your assessor.
For learners that require support in language, literacy or numeracy, alternative training and assessment methods may be used (reasonable adjustment) or would be recommended to Foundation Skills qualification.
Pre-Training Review
Prior to commencement of your training, your assessor will conduct an interview with you to identify your existing skills and knowledge, your learning goals and any anticipated or existing obstacles that may act as a barrier in completing course. This information will guide your trainer and assessor to develop training plan that will suit your training need.
Course Outline:

The CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support consists of 18 units of competency. To successfully complete the course, you need to be competent in 15 core units and 3 elective units as listed below:

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 wellbeing

CHCCCS025

Support relationships with careers 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

Recognize healthy body systems

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

BSBINM201

Process and maintain workplace information

CHCDIV003

Manage and promote diversity

BSBWOR204

Use business technology

Delivery Methods

You are advised to identify your delivery method prior to enrolling in the qualification. Christa College offers the following delivery modes for this qualification:

  • Face-to-Face Delivery – It involves structured classroom-based training in a simulated work environment. Each session will allow enough time for the students to learn the topic, undertake practice opportunities and complete / submit set tasks required for assessment purposes.
  • Self-paced Learning – Self-paced learning involves the learner undertaking learning and assessment tasks between face- to-face consultations. The extent of self-paced learning is determined by each individual learner and is communicated through the trainer and assessor.

 

  • On the Job learning – On the job learning occurs when the learner undertakes placement and structured training within their workplace which is delivered by a workplace supervisor, manager, colleague or workplace trainer.

Other Qualifications Offered by Christa College:

CodeQualification
CHC30213Certificate III in Education Support
CHC33015Certificate III in Individual Support
CHC51015Diploma of Counselling
CHC43315Certificate IV in Mental Health
CHC43115Certificate IV in Disability
CHC40313Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
CHC52015Diploma of Community Services
CHC50121

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC30121Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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Practical Placement:
A practical placement is an important component of your course and allows you to prepare for the workplace by applying what you have learned in your course to the work environment. It involves more than just observing what is happening in the host workplace as you will have specific activities to undertake while on the placement. Your trainer will inform you what you will need to complete to successfully complete the placement.
Learners are required to complete 120 hours of practical placement at the end of the study.
Issue of Qualification:
Students will receive a formal qualification documentation upon successfully completing all the units of competency. Students who have completed only some units of competency but not all will receive a Statement of Attainment. Certificate will be issued within 28 days of request or completion of the training.
Student records are managed securely and confidentially and are available for student perusal.
Please note: Certificate will be issued once payment of the final account is made.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Students who believe they have competencies in the course achieved through work experience or workshops or other training may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Application may be made upon enrolment and can be made using the application form that will be provided during orientation by your trainer.
Credit Transfer:
Students who have completed units from Community Services (CHC) Training Package at other institutions will be given recognition on presentation of a verified transcript, Award or Statement of Attainment.
What can I expect from Christa College ?
 Experienced, knowledgeable and punctual Trainers;
 Quality training materials and excellent student support;
 Scheduled face-to-face training sessions;
 User friendly course materials/manuals;
 Assessment of each module and assistance in gathering evidence;
 Issued nationally recognized training;
 For further information about our services please see your Student Handbook.
What is expected from Students?
In order to provide students with the highest level of tuition and delivery, it is expected that students meet the following minimum requirements:
 Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. If a student is not available to attend a class for any reason, they are to contact their trainers prior to making any other arrangements.
 You are advised to read through the unit manual and practice knowledge between sessions.
 Students are advised to apply the skills learned in the training sessions to their work tasks.
Fee Refund Policy:
Any fees paid prior to commencement of a course are refundable upon withdrawal from the course less the administration charge. If a student withdraws from a course once training has commenced no refunds are given. Please refer to fees and refunds policy and procedure in our website at www.christacollege.edu.au
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