CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support

Person-Centered Support for Community and Aged Care Settings

Tuition Fee

$14,000

CRICOS Code

113085F

Delivery Location

Melbourne

Course Overview

The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is designed for individuals who work in community, home, or residential care settings, providing person-centred support under supervision. This qualification prepares students to support people with ageing, disabilities, or other needs. It includes theoretical and practical knowledge required to deliver safe, compassionate care in diverse environments.

Admission Requirements

All students must be 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Ridge International College.

For enrolment into the course International students must:

  1. Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
  2. Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 with no less than band 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
    • Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
    • Successful completion of an English Placement Test.

*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Career Outcomes

Accommodation Support Worker

Care Service Employee

Care Worker

Care Assistant

Client Assistant

Community Access Coordinator

School Support Officer (Disability)

Transport Support Worker

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support

Choose Structure

Core Units

  1. CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
  2. CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
  3. CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
  4. CHCCCS041 Recognises healthy body systems
  5. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
  6. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  7. CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
  8. HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
  9. HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

  1. CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
  2. CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
  3. CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
  4. CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
  5. CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
  6. CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

Work Placement

120 hours of work placement required.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge questions

Projects

Portfolio

Observations

Work Placement

Simulations

Presentation

Supervisor report

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) & Credit Transfer

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and have relevant work or life experience considered towards this qualification. Throughout your personal and professional life, you will have developed a broad range of skills and knowledge through employment, volunteer work, family responsibilities, and everyday activities. The evidence of these experiences can be assessed and may contribute to achieving this qualification. If you have previously completed the same unit, you may also be eligible to apply for a credit transfer. To request RPL or credit transfer, please indicate your preference on the application form or speak with our staff during the enrolment process. For further information, refer to the RPL and Credit Transfer Policy.

Delivery Arrangements

A face-to-face training and workplace mode are employed for this qualification. All classroom- based training will take place at the Ridge International’s training facilities. Units of competency are delivered individually. Students will be provided with learning and assessment materials that they will use to develop their knowledge and understanding. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve competency. Students can also be supported outside of face to face through e-mail and telephone contact with their trainer. Students are provided with their trainer’s contact details at their orientation. Students are encouraged to contact their trainer at any time and trainers will liaise with students regarding their progress and provide advice as required, including any relevant course content and concepts, learning opportunities, assessment requirements, feedback on assessments and any issues the student is experiencing. Ridge International College uses a range of techniques during face-to-face delivery including trainer presentations and demonstrations, individual tasks, case studies, research, role plays, practical demonstrations, and group work. The context of the simulated workplace environment will be incorporated into delivery methodologies and students will complete tasks to appropriate workplace standards.Delivery methodologies employ terminology, equipment, resources, materials, contexts, practices, and activities associated with the business (or related) role in the workplace.

Fees Breakdown

Application Fee

$300 (non-refundable)

Resources Fee

$300 (non-refundable)

Tuition Fee

$14,000

Upcoming Intakes

28/04/2025

09/06/2025

28/07/2025

08/09/2025

27/10/2025

08/12/2025

26/01/2026

09/03/2026

Application Form