Cert III Aged Care

CHC30208 Certificate III COURSE OUTLINE

Aged Care

About This Course

The Certificate III in Aged Care will prepare you for work as a carer in a residential aged care facility. It is the standard entry qualification for workers in this sector and will introduce you to all aspects of a carer's role including personal care, well-being and assistance with daily activities. People involved in this type of work need the physical capacity to deal with personal care. They also need to demonstrate genuine compassion and empathy towards others.

Career Options

The Certificate III in Aged Care course opens a variety of career opportunities.

  • Nursing Assistant
  • Community Care Worker
  • Disability Service Worker
  • Field Officer
  • Personal Care Assistant

Entry Requirements

To enrol in a Certificate III in Aged Care course you should hold at least a NSW School Certificate or equivalent.

Course Structure

The course is made up of 14 units:

  • 10 core units
  • 4 elective units
Assessment Tasks Assessment methods include:
  • Written Assignments
  • Written and Oral Questions
  • Case Studies
  • Projects
  • Observation Tasks
  • Supervisor Reports (for those in employment only)
Course Materials All learning and assessment materials for the Certificate III in Aged Care are provided by the College.
Delivery Options
This course is
offered as:
 
We suggest online learners complete the course within 12 months - that's an average of 6-8 hours study per week.
Face to Face Learning

Contact us to register your interest in attending the course face to face.
Online Learning
Complete the Certificate III in Aged Care Online. Start immediately! Our e-learning program is based on a simple online learning platform that is easy to understand and practical to use. Online learners are assigned a qualified assessor who will guide you through the program from start to finish.

Online learning is ideal for people who live in remote regions but it is also for those who are genuinely committed to following a self-paced program.  Online learning is a popular way to complete the course.

Find out more about Online Learning
View our Online Learning Demonstration
Traineeship
If you have been in full-time employment for 3 months or part-time employment for 12 months with the same employer, you may be eligible to complete the course as a government funded trainee.
Work Experience
Work experience is not mandatory. If you wish to complete the assessments that relate to workplace tasks as part of work experience, you will need to organise this yourself. Alternatively, your trainer may conduct these assessments by creating a simulated workplace environment for you.

Where work experience is a mandatory part of a specific program, the College will arrange work placements with you. Please note that work placements are subject to Police Checks, which we will conduct for you at a standard fee.
Recognition Assessment Do you have qualifications and/or life experiences related to the course content for Certificate III in Aged Care? If so, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which could reduce your study load. Contact us for an application form.
Course Fee
  • The regular course fee is $1,800
  • Pay upfront and receive a 10% discount - Pay only $1620
  • Flexible payment plan available
Course Locations
For classroom-based courses only		 Suite B7
12 − 14 Solent Circuit
Norwest Business Park
Baulkham Hills
Learning Pathways
Successful completion could lead to advanced standing in:
Popularity

The Certificate III in Aged Care course is a very popular course that helps you get employment in one of Australia's fastest growing industries.

Online Learning

Online learning is one of the most popular ways of studying the Certificate III in Aged Care as the study can be scheduled around work and family commitments.

Government Funded Training

There are significant demands for additional staff in Aged Care. Formal aged care courses and other aged care training are recognised by the government and employers as essential to meet future workforce needs. To meet this need the government has periodically supported free aged care courses and government subsidised courses. Contact us for more information on free courses and government funded courses in aged care.

What is a Certificate III Course

Certificate III Courses are nationally recognised qualifications that prepare you for employment in a variety of jobs. Certificate III Training is popular with people starting their career, changing jobs or wanting to increase their work skills.


SAVE 10% PAY UPFRONT
& SAVE

Pay upfront and receive 10% discount off the full course fee. Flexible payment options are available.

Regular
Price $1800
Upfront Payment Price $1620

INTEREST FREE easy   instalment options

  • Fortnightly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 26
    instalments of     $65.40
  • Monthly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 12
    instalments of     $141.70
  • Per Unit
    Pay for
    each unit in
    equal instalments     $100 Deposit

Core Units

CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence

CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people

CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia

CHCCS411B Work effectively in the community sector

CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs

CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans

CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being

CHCOHS312B Follow safety procedures for direct care work

CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach

HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context

Electives

HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls

CHCAD401D Advocate for clientsa

HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work