CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Providing Skilled Support for Elderly Care
Tuition Fee
$15,000
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:
- Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
- Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
- Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 with no less than 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
Assistant Hostel Supervisor
Care Team Leader
Care Supervisor
Community Program Coordinator
Day Activity Worker
Personal Care Assistant
Support Worker (Community Services)
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Choose Structure
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 carers 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 Recognise healthy body systems
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community service
- HLTWHS003 Maintain Work Health and Safety
- 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 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
$15,000
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