CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support

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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)

Term 1

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)

Term 2

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)

Term 3

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)

Term 4

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