CHC33015 - Certificate III in Individual Support

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If you already have industry experience, then utilising Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to turn your existing skills into a nationally recognised qualification is an ideal way of achieving industry accreditation while broadening your career opportunities.

As this is not a course, you do not need to complete the units listed below. Instead, you simply need to prove that you’re competent in the units shown. Our Facilitators will help make this process as easy and smooth as possible for you. 

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Total number of units = 13

  • 7 core units
  • 6 elective units, consisting of:
    • at least 4 units from the electives listed below, at least 2 units must be from those units listed under Groups A, B or C
    • up to 2 units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course these units must be relevant to the work outcome

Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Individual Support. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.

Packaging for each specialisation

All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support(Ageing).

All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).

At least four units from Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community).

Where two specialisations are completed award of the qualification would read Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community).

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Core units

CHCCCS015

Provide individualised support

CHCCCS023

Support independence and well being

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

HLTAAP001

Recognise healthy body systems

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective units

Group A electives AGEING specialisation (3 units)

CHCAGE001

Facilitate the empowerment of older people

CHCAGE005

Provide support to people living with dementia

CHCCCS011

Meet personal support needs

Group B electives  DISABILITY specialisation (4 units)

CHCDIS001

Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

CHCDIS002

Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

CHCDIS003

Support community participation and social inclusion

CHCDIS007

Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

Group C electives  HOME AND COMMUNITY specialisation (4 units)

CHCAGE001

Facilitate the empowerment of older people

OR

CHCDIS007

Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

Plus all of the following units:

CHCCCS011

Meet personal support needs

CHCCCS025

Support relationships with carers and families

CHCHCS001

Provide home and community support services

Other electives

CHCADV001

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

CHCAGE002

Implement falls prevention strategies

CHCAGE006

Provide food services

CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

CHCCCS001

Address the needs of people with chronic disease

CHCCCS006

Facilitate individual service planning and delivery

CHCCCS009

Facilitate responsible behaviour

CHCCCS013

Provide basic foot care

CHCCCS017

Provide loss and grief support

CHCCCS021

Respond to suspected abuse

CHCCCS022

Facilitate independent travel

CHCCCS024

Support individuals with autism spectrum disorder

CHCCCS026

Transport individuals

CHCDIS004

Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies

CHCDIV002

Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

CHCEDU005

Work with clients to identify financial literacy education needs

CHCEDU006

Improve clients' fundamental financial literacy skills

CHCES303C

Use labour market information

CHCES311B

Work effectively in employment services

CHCES312A

Deliver contracted employment services

CHCGROUP302D

Support group activities

HLTHPS006

Assist clients with medication

CHCINM002

Meet community information needs

CHCLAH001

Work effectively in the leisure and health industries

CHCLAH002

Contribute to leisure and health programming

CHCLAH003

Participate in planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs

CHCLLN001

Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs

CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

CHCPAL001

Deliver care services using a palliative approach

CHCPRP001

Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

CHCPRT002

Support the rights and safety of children and young people

CHCSET001

Work with forced migrants

CHCSOH001

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

CHCYTH001

Engage respectfully with young people

HLTAHA018

Assist with planning and evaluating meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines

HLTAHA019

Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans

HLTAID003

Provide first aid

HLTINF001

Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

HLTOHC001

Recognise and respond to oral health issues

HLTOHC002

Inform and support patients and groups about oral health

HLTOHC003

Apply and manage use of basic oral health products

HLTOHC004

Provide or assist with oral hygiene

HLTOHC005

Use basic oral health screening tools

BSBCUS301

Deliver and monitor a service to customers

BSBINM201

Process and maintain workplace information

BSBMED301

Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

BSBWOR204

Use business technology

BSBWOR301

Organise personal work priorities and development

SITHCCC201

Produce dishes using basic methods of cookery

SITHCCC307

Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

TLIC1051A

Operate commercial vehicle

TLIC3011A

Transport passengers with disabilities

TLIH2001A

Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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