CHC43015-Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Course Details

This qualification includes 18 units of competency which comprise of 15 core and 3 elective units. Elective units have been carefully selected based on the industry consultation to ensure the learners achieve the desired vocational outcomes of the course.

Units of Competency:

Duration:

Up to 30 weeks (excluding holidays).

Study commitment required:

We recommend a learner would require a minimum of 35-45 hours of commitment per week to complete this qualification. This includes participation in class, homework and self-study, assignment activities and assessments.

Training delivery method:

Training is delivered in a blended mode including scheduled face-to-face learning in class and online learning activities.

Assessments method:

Written assessment, Project, Case studies and Role Plays.

Age:

Minimum 18 Years

English:

• Year 10 or equivalent; or
• Completed a Certificate III or higher

LLN:

Completion of LLN Assessment at Level 4 of Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)

Academic requirements:

• Year 12 or equivalent; or
• Completed a Certificate III or higher

Physical requirements:

This qualification requires working in a home and community care services environment which may involve:

• working for long hours standing and walking
• frequently engaging in manual handling tasks i.e., bending, squatting, kneeling, carrying, and repetitive movements for direct support.

Technology requirements:

This course is offered in a blended mode and the learning resources are accessible online through our Learning Management System. To ensure access to the learning resources, you would require:

• a Personal Computer/Laptop/Tablet or any Mobile device
• appropriate software e.g. Microsoft Office to engage with the learning and assessment
• High speed internet connectivity
• Audio-visual tools to engage with the interactive video materials
• Basic computer skills to engage with the LMS and in live online learning sessions

USI Number:

Valid USI number is required. Ask us if you require any assistance in creating it on your behalf

Other requirements:

• Valid and current email address
• National Police Check
• Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People Check

Work Placement

This course requires you to complete a mandatory work placement of 180 hours within an approved aged care services facility. This is to ensure that a learner has adequate opportunities of learning, practicing and demonstrating their skills in the workplace according to industry standards and based on the units of competency.

At CBTC, our learners are responsible for finding a suitable workplace facility to undertake the mandatory work placement. However, our Student Support team is available to assist with strategies of identifying a suitable venue.

Requirements:

At CBTC, our learners are responsible for finding a suitable workplace facility to undertake the mandatory work placement. However, our Student Support team is available to assist with strategies of identifying a suitable venue.

Approval of the aged care services facility:

Once identified, our Work placement coordinators verify the suitability of the venue to ensure our learners will get opportunities of learning and practicing the required tasks.

Documents required:

CBTC provides:

• Work Placement Agreement between CBTC and the employer;
• Insurance Certificate for undertaking work placement;
• Work Placement Logbook and other related materials.

Learner to organise:

Any other evidence requested by the employer e.g., proof of vaccination etc.

Undertaking work placement:

Prior to the commencement of the work placement, learners are informed about:

• the workplace, their policy and procedures and the do’s and don’ts;
• the requirements of the work placement and the activities to be undertaken;
• the evidence to be recorded in the Work Placement Logbook.

Payment Options

CBTC recognizes that our learners may need flexibility in managing their fees. To assist them, we provide a structured Payment Plan option that can be tailored to their needs.

Payment Plan

You have the freedom to make payments according to an agreed-upon amount and duration. Please be aware that CBTC does not accept any single payment of fees exceeding $1500.

Government Funded

If you enroll under a government-subsidized option, your fees will adhere to the funding regulations set by the respective funding body. Please consult the enrollment officer for additional information.

• ACT
• NSW – Smart and Skilled Program

*If you do not qualify for government funding, please reach out to our support team for alternative options.

Why CBTC?

Versatile Training Modalities:

• Traditional Classroom Setting
• Online Instruction
• Blended Learning Approach
• Workplace-Based Training

Our Nationwide Reach:

• Greater Sydney Region
• ACT: Belconnen

Benefit From Expertise

Our instructors are seasoned industry professionals with extensive experience.

Government Subsidized Training Organization

• NSW
• ACT
• Centrelink

*Please be aware that not all courses are covered under each of the aforementioned government subsidized options. Kindly verify eligibility and availability at the time of application. Eligibility criteria apply