Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Although there are no specific prerequisites for this qualification, applicants must meet the following entry requirements to gain admission to the training program:

• Age Requirement: Applicants must be 15 years old or older.
• Language and Literacy Skills: Applicants should have sound language and literacy skills, which is typically equivalent to completing Year 10 English or a comparable level of proficiency.
• Computer Skills: Applicants need to possess basic computer skills, including familiarity with using computers and standard software applications.

Core Units

• CHCPRP001 – Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
• HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
• CHCDIV001 – Work with Diverse People
• HLTAAP001 – Recognise healthy body systems
• CHCCCS023 – Support Independence and Well-being (120 hrs work placement)
• CHCAGE005 – Provide Support to people living with dementia
• CHCCCS011 – Meet Personal Support needs
• CHCCCS025 – Support relationships with carers and families
• CHCLEG003 – Manage Legal and Ethical Compliance
• CHCAGE003 – Coordinate services for older people
• CHCAGE001 – Facilitate the empowerment of Older people
• CHCADV001 – Facilitate the interest and rights of clients
• CHCAGE004 – Implement Interventions with Older people at risk
• CHCPAL001 – Deliver Care Services using a palliative approach
• CHCCCS006 – Facilitate Individual Service Planning and Delivery

Electives:

• CHCDIS009 – Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
• CHCDIS008 – Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
• CHCDIS007 – Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

• 100 points photo ID
• USI ID
• Current CV with detailed job experience
• Work reference letter
• Copy of related qualifications
• Pay slips
• Photo & video to demonstrate your skill

• Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE): A formal document verifying your admission and studying full time with us.
• Access to the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Workplace Logbook of 120 Hours: Maintain a logbook documenting a minimum of 120 hours of workplace experience.
• Letter to the Organization: Submit a formal letter requesting work placement opportunity to the relevant organization
• Insurance for Voluntary Work: Ensure coverage through insurance for any voluntary work undertaken.

• Showcase expertise in coordinating services for older people.
• Exhibit competence in facilitating individual service planning and delivery.
• Apply palliative care approaches effectively in delivering care services.
• Implement interventions for older people at risk.
• Apply principles of developing networks and collaborative partnerships in aged care.
• Follow safe work practices for direct client care.
• Demonstrate understanding of working with diverse individuals in an ageing context.
• Recognise healthy body systems for adequate care provision.
• Understand legal and ethical compliance in aged care services.
• Demonstrate an empowered mindset in facilitating the interests and rights of clients.
• Uphold ethical and responsible management of legal compliance in aged care.
• Exhibit commitment to collaborative and empowering approaches in supporting older individuals.

Upon successfully completing the course, you’ll be equipped for diverse roles such as:

• Team Leader
• Coordinator
• Support Worker
• Daily Activity Officer
• Service Coordinator

Your career prospects will expand across various sectors, such as residential aged care facilities, community care centres, retirement villages, and home care settings.