CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Providing Skilled Support for Elderly Care

Duration

52 Weeks

Tutuion Fee

13,500

CRICOS Code

111679G

Delivery Location

Melbourne, Sydney

Course Overview

The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to work in aged care settings, offering support in residential facilities, community services, and other environments. This qualification focuses on providing effective support, communication, behavior management, safety procedures, and cultural sensitivity to elderly individuals.

Admission Requirements

For enrolment into the course International students must:

  1. Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
  2. Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
  3. Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (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:
  4. 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

Assistant Hostel Supervisor

Care Team Leader

Care Supervisor

Community Program Coordinator

Day Activity Worker

Personal Care Assistant

Support Worker (Community Services)

Choose Structure

Core Units

  1. CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
  2. CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
  3. CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
  4. CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
  5. CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
  6. CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
  7. CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
  8. CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
  9. CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
  10. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  11. CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
  12. CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
  13. CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
  14. HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
  15. HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Units

  1. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community service
  2. HLTWHS003 Maintain Work Health and Safety
  3. HLTAID011 Provide first aid

Work Placement

120 hours of work placement required.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge questions

Projects

Portfolio

Observations

Work Placement

Simulations

Supervisor report

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) & Credit Transfer

Students can apply for recognition of prior learning, and work experience towards this qualification. During the course of your life, you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. Through work, volunteer roles, family commitments, and various tasks undertaken in everyday life, you are building up a bank of knowledge. The evidence of these skills and knowledge accumulated can be used to help you gain a qualification. You can also apply for course credit if you have completed the same unit previously. To apply for RPL or credit transfer indicate your preference in the application form or speak to our staff at the time of enrolment. Refer to RPL/Credit Transfer policy for details.

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

$200 (non-refundable)

Resources Fee

$300 (non-refundable)

Tution Fee

$13,500

Upcoming Intakes

27/01/2025

10/03/2025

28/04/2025

09/06/2025

28/07/2025

08/09/2025

27/10/2025

08/12/2025

Application Form