What does this course involve?
As you read this information, please note that this course is going to be re-accredited in the coming future. There will be minor changes to the course information provided here.
This course is delivered with the Certificate III in Home and Community Care to give you a dual qualification on successful completion.
This practical course will teach you how to communicate with clients, and provide physical and sociological support to the elderly in low and high care aged care facilities.
You’ll study how to care for people with dementia, provide personal care for clients, and work with culturally diverse clients and co-workers.
Learn how to comply with information requirements in aged and community care sectors, work effectively in a home environment and apply advanced first aid.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with aged care employment opportunities in:
- local government
- community organisations
- home and community care (HACC) services
- aged care facilities
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into aged care or health-related courses such as the Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) or Disability Work.
Can I apply?
- You must have a current National Police Record Check
- You must possess a mature disposition and have a genuine interest in the care of older people
- You must demonstrate skills in literacy and numeracy by completing a VETASSESS literacy and numeracy test at a cost of around $45. If you have already been tested within the last 12 months attach a copy of your results to your application form. The next round of testing will take place at our Elgar Campus E3.318 on Tuesday, 28 October, 6 - 8.30pm. To book a date for your test, go to www.vetassesstest.com.au
For traineeship applicants:
- You must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
- You must have a training contract with an employer
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Beginning and mid-year entry
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Assessment of Application
- Test or Examination
- An Information Session will be held on 08/10/2008 at 06:00PM.
Location: Building E3, Level 3 465 Elgar Road Box Hill - Supplementary requirements to the application process apply:
Length of course
Full time - 6 months (2 days per week)
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Oral presentation
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
- Workplace assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.