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CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support

CRICOS COURSE CODE: 119086A

Looking to start a career in aged care, disability support, or community care? The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you to work under supervision in a residential care facility, home care environment, or community support setting. This course is ideal for those who want to become a personal care worker, aged care worker, or disability support worker.

Through this individual support course, you’ll learn to follow personalised care plans and deliver person-centred support to people who require assistance due to ageing, disability, or other support needs. You’ll become part of a multi-disciplinary team, working under guidance and delegation while still taking responsibility for your own tasks within your role.

Start your journey toward a rewarding career in aged care or disability services with this in-demand community services qualification.

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Career Outcomes

Graduates of the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support can pursue roles in the aged care, disability support, and community care sectors.

Job opportunities include:

  • Aged Care Worker
  • Disability Support Worker
  • Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Home Care Assistant
  • Community Care Worker
  • Support Worker

Qualification Entry Requirements

There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification.

Macallan Entry Requirements

  • Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
  • Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies .
  • Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by Macallan College’s English Proficiency Policy and Procedures.
  • IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5. 
  • Students need to be physically capable of performing manual handling tasks.
  • To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.

  • Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.

Course Duration

Course Duration:

52 Weeks

Pathways

After completing the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, you can further your career with advanced qualifications such as:
  • Certificate IV in Ageing Support
  • Certificate IV in Disability
  • Certificate IV in Mental Health
  • Diploma of Community Services
These pathways can lead to senior roles like Team Leader, Care Supervisor, or Case Manager in aged care, disability, or community services. For other relevant qualifications or explore further study options in the automotive sector please refer to www.training.gov.au

Certificate Issuance

Upon successful completion of all coursework and the required 120 hours of work placement, students will be awarded the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.

  • All 15 required units of competency (9 core + 6 electives)

Qualification Rules & Units of Competency

9 core + 6 electives

The following lists of units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.

Units Code Units Core Electives
1 CHCCCS031 Provide individualised suppor Core  
2 CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving suppor Core  
3 CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing Core  
4 CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems Core  
5 CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services Core  
6 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core  
7 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically Core  
8 HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control Core  
9 HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care Core  
10 CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia   Electives
11 CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care   Electives
12 CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach   Electives
13 CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach   Electives
14 CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion   Electives
15 CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support   Electives

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