Cricos Code 113270E
CHC43015
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
At QAT we believe you can change the world, starting with yourself. We pride ourselves in transforming your passion for caregiving and helping people into a rewarding and enriching career in aged care, disability and community service. Setting you up for success from day one! Our graduates facilitate transformative change, enhancing personal and societal well-being.
Obtain the skills and knowledge required to operate as an elderly care worker with this mid-level certificate, and get a head start on your career in the aged and community care industry.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification is designed for support workers in aged care, whether they work in residential facilities, clients' homes, or community settings. It equips workers to carry out specialized tasks while taking responsibility for their own work within organizational guidelines and ensuring high-quality service delivery through the development, facilitation, and review of individualized service plans.
Support workers in aged care may need to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for overseeing the work of others within specified boundaries.
Candidates must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work as outlined in the Assessment Requirements of the competency units to achieve this qualification.
There are no specific licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements for this qualification at the time of publication.
Course Duration and Study Options
Course Duration: 55 weeks
Intake Date: Every 4 weeks
Student Options: In Campus
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For international students, IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no band below 5.5).
TUITION FEES
For International Students:
Please contact us for tuition fee of this course.
For Domestic Students:
Please refer to the following details of Fee and Funding. Where alterations are made to course structure, fees will be recalculated and students advised accordingly.
ASSESSMENTS
Skills and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you study at the Queensland Academy of Technology, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback.
Credit transfer is available for students who have successfully completed units of competency through a nationally recognised provided. Evidence of transcript will be requested prior to commencing the course.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We have many payment options available depending on each individual student. Please Contact QAT to know what payment option suits you.
Why Study with QAT?
At QAT, the Certificate IV in Ageing Support program covers a wide range of topics, including understanding the needs of elderly individuals, supporting their independence and well-being, and managing legal and ethical compliance in aged care.
Our trainers bring real-world experience to the classroom, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge that can be directly applied in the field.
By choosing to study Certificate IV in Ageing Support with QAT, you are setting yourself up for a fulfilling career in a growing industry while receiving top-notch education
QUALIFICATION UNITS
CHCADV001 - Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCAGE001 - Facilitate the empowerment of older people
CHCAGE003 - Coordinate services for older people
CHCAGE004 - Implement interventions with older people at risk
CHCPAL001 - Deliver care services using a palliative approach (Cert III CHCPAL003)
CHCCCS006 - Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCCS011 - Meet personal support needs
CHCAGE005 -Provide support to people living with dementia (Cert III CHCAGE011)
CHCCCS023 - Support independence and wellbeing (Cert III CHCCS040)
CHCCCS025 - Support relationships with carers and families
CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people (Cert III CHCDIV001)
CHCLEG003 - Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCDIV003 - Manage and promote diversity
HLTAAP001 - Recognise healthy body systems (Cert III CHCCCS041)
HLTWHS002 - Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Cert III)
CHCCCS017 - Provide loss and grief support (Cert III)
CHCMHS001 - Work with people with mental health issues (Cert III)
CHCPRP001 - Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
FURTHER STUDY
After achieving the Certificate IV in Ageing Support you the following pathway option:
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Job prospects upon successful completion of this course include:
• Disability Support Worker
• Coordinator of Volunteers (for services for older people)
• Care Service Team Leader
• Aged Care Activity Worker
Any Questions?
For assistance, our Enrolments Team are more than happy to help you with any questions you may have. Contact us now and we'll get you started.
