Certificate III in Individual Support

Course Code: CHC33021

Study Modes Blended (classroom and online)
Study Duration Upto 12 months
Campuses Sydney CBD (Haymarket), Parramatta

Traineeship Available
Work Placement 120 hours of Mandatory components to gain practical experience

Enrol Now Enquire Now

Course Overview

The CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support is designed for individuals seeking a rewarding career in the community and aged care sectors. This qualification equips students with the skills and knowledge to provide person-centred support to individuals in various settings, including residential aged care, home and community care, and disability support services.

Key Learning areas

Person-Centred Support
Working with Diverse People
Health and Safety
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
Communication and Teamwork
Support for Specific Conditions
Manual Handling
Palliative and End-of-Life Care

Course Delivery Information

Delivery Mode: Blended (classroom and online)
Duration: Upto 12 months
Campuses: Sydney CBD (Haymarket), Parramatta
Work Placement: 120 Mandatory components to gain practical experience
Traineeship Available

CHCDIV001	Work with Diverse People
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in Health or Community Services
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
CHCLEG001	Work Legally and Ethically
CHCCCS041	Recognise Healthy Body Systems
CHCCCS040	Support Independence and well Being
CHCCCS038	Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
HLTWHS002	Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
CHCCCS031	Provide Individualised Support

CHCAGE013	Work effectively in aged care
CHCAGE011	Provide Support to People living with Dementia
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support
CHCPAL003	Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS012	Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS011	Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

Entry Requirement

To qualify for Smart and Skilled funding, applicants must:

Be at least 15 years old
No longer be attending school
Be living or working in New South Wales
Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or New Zealand citizen

Language, Literacy, Learning and Digital (LLND)

Be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement
Undertake an LLN assessment and enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
Have completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate II or higher qualification with an Australian institution
Have the ability to undertake a work placement at an aged care, home and community care, disability care or community service organisation. 
Must have computer literacy to be able to access material and complete assessments.

Career Pathways

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Personal Care Assistant
Home Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
Aged Care Worker

These positions are vital in supporting individuals with daily activities and promoting their independence.

Work Placement.

Work placement is a mandatory part of the course to ensure you gain valuable real-world experience in a professional care setting.

Organised by Lead College

Lead College actively assists in arranging suitable work placement opportunities with its network of care providers. The college ensures placements are aligned with the industry requirements.

Already working in the industry?

If you’re currently employed in a relevant role, your existing workplace may be used to meet the placement requirements—Lead College provides support and guidance to help you navigate this process smoothly.

Hours Required

Minimum 120 hours of work placement is required to complete the qualification successfully.

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, contact our admissions team at [email protected]

submit the enrolment form Enrol Now