CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Gain the skills to prepare you for a meaningful career providing care and assistance to people who require support due to ageing, disability, or other circumstances.
The Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) prepares you for a meaningful career providing care and assistance to people who require support due to ageing, disability, or other circumstances.
This nationally recognised qualification teaches you how to deliver person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life.
This online course will teach you the practical knowledge and skills to support clients in their homes, community settings, or residential facilities — making a real difference in people’s daily lives.
Earn your Cert III with flexible study options that fit around your busy life. Benefit from expert trainer guidance, flexible study options, and structured work placement opportunities designed to help you confidently enter the care industry.
You will learn:
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Work effectively in disability support
Support community participation and social inclusion
Provide support to people living with dementia
Deliver care services using a palliative approach
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Career outcomes:
Aged care or disability carer
Support worker
Personal care aide
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Online Course Details
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
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Institute of Allied Health is a trading name for the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors Pty Ltd and qualifications are awarded by AIPC (RTO Provider Number 0670).
This Individual Support course is delivered online. You can study your online Certificate III on a full-time, part-time or self-paced basis. Indicatively, full-time study of this health administration course will take approximately 18 months.
You are able to gain entry to the Certificate III in Individual Support if you are over 18 years of age and have:
Completed Year 12, or
Completed a Certificate III qualification, or
Have at least 2 years of sufficient life experience (work or study) (If over 21 years of age)
This course is not available to international students.
Discounted upfront payments $2490 (normally $3115- save 20%)
Fortnightly payments $129/fortnight x 26 payments
Online Course Structure
CHCCOM005
Unit 01 Communicate and work in health or community services
Develop effective communication skills for working with clients, families, and healthcare professionals in a range of community and care settings.
CHCDIV001
Unit 02 Work with diverse people
Learning and identifying the skills to work with diverse people.
HLTINF006
Unit 03 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Gain essential skills in infection prevention, hygiene, and safe work practices to protect clients and colleagues in healthcare environments.
CHCLEG001
Unit 04 Work legally and ethically
Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of working in health and community care, including privacy, duty of care, and professional boundaries.
CHCCCS041
Unit 05 Recognise healthy body systems
Learn about the structure and function of the human body to identify normal health status and recognise changes that may indicate illness or injury.
HLTWHS002
Unit 06 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Develop the knowledge and skills to maintain personal safety and prevent workplace hazards when providing direct care to clients.
CHCCCS031
Unit 07 Provide individualised support
Learn to deliver care and support based on each client’s unique needs, preferences, and goals, promoting their comfort and independence.
CHCCCS038
Unit 08 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
Gain the ability to encourage clients to make their own decisions, exercise their rights, and participate fully in their community.
CHCCCS040
Unit 09 Support independence and wellbeing
Understand how to assist clients with physical, emotional, and social wellbeing while fostering independence in everyday activities.
CHCDIS020
Unit 10 Work effectively in disability support
Develop the skills to provide quality support to people living with disability, focusing on inclusion, empowerment, and person-centred approaches.
CHCAGE013
Unit 11 Work effectively in aged care
Learn to deliver safe and compassionate care to older people, supporting their health, comfort, and quality of life in aged care environments.
CHCDIS011
Unit 12 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
Understand how to support clients to build on their strengths and abilities, encouraging independence and self-confidence.
CHCDIS012
Unit 13 Support community participation and social inclusion
Learn to assist clients in engaging with their community, developing relationships, and participating in social and recreational activities.
CHCAGE011
Unit 14 Provide support to people living with dementia
Gain the skills to communicate and care effectively for people experiencing dementia, promoting comfort and dignity through person-centred care.
CHCPAL003
Unit 15 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
Learn how to provide compassionate care to clients with life-limiting conditions, supporting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Work Placement – Minimum of 120 hours of work placement Apply your learning in real-world care environments under supervision, gaining hands-on experience delivering individualised support in aged care, disability, or community settings.
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