CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Is this course for you?
This qualification is designed for students who are interested in working within the aged care sector, particularly residential facilities or homes, and providing personalised care to individuals with complex needs.
Key Features in this Course
- Theory, practical and essential knowledge components will be delivered via classroom participation and practical workshops.
- Assessment of practical skills (120 compulsory hours) will be assessed during placement hours by allocated supervisors.
Students that are currently employed or actively engaged in the sector will have their hours recognised upon approval.
Employment Opportunities
Upon completion of the Certificate IV in Ageing Support, the high demand of job positions that suit this qualification include; Care Team Leader, Care Supervisor, High Performing PCA (Personal Care Assistant) or Program Coordinator.
Other employment opportunities include working in a variety of settings to provide training and support to promote independence and community participation.
Work Placement – On-site training within one of St Basil’s facilities
As one of the leading aged care providers, St Basil’s Aged Care gives students valuable first-hand practical experience to support and enhance their course.
Course Information
Entry Requirements for Domestic Students
While there is no formal academic entry requirement for this course, you may be required to show successful completion of an academic qualification equivalent to Year 10, 11 or 12.
Entry Requirements for International Students
While there is no formal academic entry requirement for this course, for the student visa purposes you may be required to show successful completion of an academic qualification equivalent to Year 10, 11 or 12.
We require an upper Intermediate level (completed) equivalent of IELTS 5.5, with no individual band under 5.0.
To enroll in a St Basil’s course you must be over the age of 18.
Intake Dates | 29th January | 29 April | 22 July | 14 October |
Duration | 36 weeks (term breaks not included) |
HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
Term break (13 April – 28 April 2019) |
HLTHPS007 | Administer and monitor medications |
CHCAGE003 | Coordinate services for older people |
CHCAGE004 | Implement interventions with older people at risk |
CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
Term break (06 July – 21 July 2019) |
CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
Term break (28 September – 13 October 2019) |
CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
CHCCCS023 | Support independence and wellbeing |
CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
Course Features
- Lectures 4
- Quizzes 0
- Skill level All level
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes