CHC43015 Certificate IV Ageing Support

Become a job-ready Ageing Support Worker with AHT.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this course, call us on (03) 9894 3900 or schedule a call appointment.

Course Information


The Certificate IV in Ageing Support is a nationally recognised qualification designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the aged care industry. Covering a broad spectrum of topics, the course includes personal care for older individuals, supporting individuals living with dementia, developing and implementing service programs, promotion of independence and well-being, effective teamwork, communication with older individuals and their families, and compliance with relevant legislation and standards. Graduates gain hands-on experience and skills to work in diverse aged care settings, including residential aged care facilities, home care services, and community care programs.

 This certificate can serve as a starting point for those entering the aged care field, as well as being equally beneficial for industry professionals seeking to advance their skills and knowledge.

At All Health Training we're dedicated to inclusivity. We embrace access and equity principles, and we invite individuals with disabilities and from First Nations communities to apply. We believe in the strength of diversity and are here to support every learner in reaching their potential.

 

Job Prospects

Employment outcomes on completion of this course include varying roles which may include: 

  • Personal Care Attendant / Assistant (PCA)
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Home Care Attendant / Assistant
  • Support Worker

Entry Requirements

This is an open entry program of study with participants needing to read, write and communicate in English to a level to perform the job.

  • This is an open entry program of study with participants needing to read, write and communicate in English to a level to perform the job.

    • Students will be required to complete a “Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)” evaluation to determine suitability for the course
    • Students must undertake a “Pre-Training Review” prior to determine suitable for the course
    • Students must be over 18 years of age to conduct practical work placement.
    • Students are required to be able to access appropriate technology (including a computer). Students must have sufficient digital literacy. Further details will be discussed upon application
    • Police checks are required which is included in the student fees and must be completed by week 4 of the course. If a student has a Disclosable Court Outcome registered against their name, we are unable to assist with placement as industry will not accept students without a clear record. This requirement is not negotiable. Please note, in Victoria this includes any offence that may have occurred up to 10 years ago
    • Students are required to obtain a volunteer Working with Children’s check (WWC) by week 4 of the course
    • Students will be required to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check by week 4 of the course. This is an additional cost – for further information visit https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check
    • Students must also be able to provide evidence to AHT no later than by week 4 of the course, immunisation protection against Hepatitis B & Varicella (chickenpox), COVID-19 (3 doses required) & current flu vaccination in order to undertake practical placement

Practical Placement

 Practical placement of 120 hours is a mandatory requirement of this course. All Health Training will organise on our students behalf.

  • The hours of work required within Aged Care facilities is usually in two shifts, the morning shift is from 7:00am - 3:00pm which is the preferred shift for our students to attend; the afternoon shift being 3:00pm - 9:30-10pm. Weekend work is not available.
  • All providers request students to undertake placement in one block of time and as such, All Health Training suggests if you are already working you consider discussing and organising work and/or family care arrangements prior to undertaking practical placement to enable you to undertake these duties during the week.
  • Practical placement will be commenced during the end of your course and must be completed within 1 month after the course conclusion. Placement is not available during the months of December & January due to restrictions with employers.
  • Students will be required to wear an All Health Training polo shirt and name badge (both provided) on placement. In addition, long black pants & black closed in, non-slip shoes will be required which students will either need to provide or purchase at their own cost.
  • Students may be asked to wear an N95 face mask or a surgical face mask whilst on placement.
  • Students may be asked for a negative Covid test prior to attending placement – this may be a RAT or PCR testing. This will depend on the host employer's policies and procedures, and will be communicated to each student as placement is coordinated.

Fun Facts: Job Outcomes

Data gathered from labourmarketinsights.gov.au

Employment Size

275,000 workers

Average Weekly Pay

$1,382

Job Requirements

Qualification Needed

Skill Level

Lower skill

Full-Time Share

33% Full-Time

Future Growth

Very Strong

Gender Share

80% Female

Units of Competency

Core
Unit code Title

CHCAGE001

Facilitate the empowerment of older people

CHCADV001

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

CHCAGE003

Coordinate services for older people

CHCAGE004

Implement interventions with older people at risk

CHCAGE005

Provide support to people living with dementia

CHCCCS006

Facilitate individual service planning and delivery

CHCCCS011

Meet personal support needs

CHCCCS023

Support independence and wellbeing

CHCCCS025

Support relationships with carers and families

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

CHCLEG003

Manage legal and ethical compliance

CHCPAL001

Deliver care services using a palliative approach

CHCPRP001

Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships

HLTAAP001

Recognise healthy body systems

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective

HLTAID011

Provide first aid

CHCCCS007

Develop and implement service programs

HLTFSE001

Follow basic food safety practices

HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Competency is assessed through a combination of practical application and demonstration of skills, research, analysis and completion of competency based workbooks.

Homework & At Home Study

Students are required to complete assessments outside of class time, which depending on a student’s underpinning knowledge, may be approximately 6 – 10 hours per week. Assessments will require access to a computer for research on the internet, accessing Microsoft Teams (AHT will provide you with on course commencement).

Delivery Options

  • Classroom
  • Flexible Learning
To learn more about our flexible learning program:

 

Duration

  • Classroom day/evening courses: 22 - 30 weeks*
  • Flexible learning program: 12 months

*Delivery locations and duration varies between intakes. Please see upcoming dates below.

Upcoming Dates

Classroom

Commencement Date Time / Day Location Duration
Refer to Flexible Learning option.

TBA

TBA

TBA

Flexible Learning

Virtual Induction Date Delivery Location Duration

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By Distance / Practical Sessions

Required to come to Blackburn
for practical sessions

Individualised Training Plan

Up to 12 months

Fees

Government Funded
Total Fee $250
Registration Fee $250
Tuition Fee $0
Resources Fee $0

Government Funded
(With Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card or Vet Gold Card)

Total Fee $250
Registration Fee $250
Tuition Fee $0
Resources Fee $0

Fee for Service

Total Fee $3,200
Registration Fee $250
Tuition Fee $2,765
Resources Fee $185

All Health Training offer flexible payment plans for our full fee students. Speak with us to learn more.

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding under the Skills First Program and may impact your access to further government subsidised training. 

Are you eligible for government funding?

Application

So, are you ready to get started with this course?

One of our friendly student administration team members will then be in contact with you to discuss the enrolment process and obtain the necessary documentation prior to the course starting!

Opportunity for Credit Transfers (CT) & Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)


If students have already successfully completed unit/s of competency which are included within the qualification AHT offers, credit may be granted.  
Competencies gained through other formal study or experience may be acknowledged through a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. 

 

Further Education


For career advancement, consider pursuing qualifications like the Certificate IV in Disability, Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Diploma of Community Services or Diploma of Nursing. These qualifications can open doors to supervisory or management roles in the aged care sector.

Additional Skillsets for your consideration:

The Victorian Department of Education and Training, in partnership with industry, has created skillsets/courses/units focusing on family violence response and disability abuse prevention under the NDIS.

These units are crucial for future job readiness in various community roles in Victoria, and they differ from qualifications in terms of eligibility. Upskilling is not required for this free government initiative - $0 fees for eligible students. All Health Training provides public workshops for these skillsets, which we highly recommend completing either during or after your studies.

To learn more and apply, visit the links below. The skillsets of interest include:

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