Certificate III in Home and Community Care 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CHC30308 
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Health and Community Services
Location:
Elgar Campus,
Study Area: Community Services 
Study Area Sub Category:  
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Gain the essential skills and knowledge to care for people in a home setting with this course.

You will learn how to work effectively in a home and community care environment, gain valuable communication skills and facilitate cooperative behaviour in clients and colleagues and learn how to apply basic first aid.

This course is delivered with the Certificate III in Aged Care Work to give you a dual qualification on successful completion.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities in local government, community organisations and home and community care (HACC) services.


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 Diploma in Nursing (enrolled division 2 nursing), the Certificate IV in Disability Work or the Diploma in Leisure and Health.

Can I apply?

  • You need to obtain a 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 free literacy and numeracy test at the compulsory information evening (see below for details).

For traineeship applicants you must have:

  • previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
  • a training contract with an employer.

How do I apply?

  • Direct Entry - Beginning and mid-year entry.
  • Download and complete (from August 1) the application form to express your interest for study in 2011.

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
  • You will be required to attend a compulsory information session where you will be required to complete a free of charge a literacy and numeracy test, on a date to be advised.

    • Length of course

    Full time - 6 months (3 days per week including all practical placement hours)

    Where will I study?

    Elgar Campus,

    What costs and other fees should I expect?

    Government Subsidised Fees (Skills Building)

    Fees for government-subsidised students are made up of three main components:
    1.   Tuition Fee
    2.   Service and Amenity Fee
    3.   Materials Fees (including course teaching materials fee and/or retained course items fees).
    1. Tuition Fee - 2010
    If you are enrolling for the first time in 2010 and eligible for a government subsidised place, the Tuition Fee will be $1.62 per hour with a minimum Tuition Fee of $120 per year and a maximum of $1,000 per year depending upon number of hours enrolled and eligibility for concession.

    If you commenced your current course prior to 1 July 2009, but need to enrol in additional units for the same course in 2010 you will pay the Fee Maintenance rate of $1.40 per hour with a minimum fee of $56 per year and a maximum of $896 per year depending upon eligibility for a concession.
    2. Service and Amenities Fee
    For enrolments up to 404 hours a $58 fee will be charged. For enrolments 405 hours and higher, an $80 fee will be charged.
    3. Material Fees
    Course teaching materials fees and/or retained course items fees are charged per course. This fee covers materials used in the course, plus some items that you are issued with and retain beyond the life of the course. Fees will vary from course to course, and can range from $100 to $1,000.

    Self Funded

    Self funded students will pay approximately $5.802 per year ($10.18 per hour of course) depending upon number of hours enrolled.

    How will I be assessed?

    • Oral presentation
    • Written assessment
    • Practical assessment
    • Project work
    • Workplace assessment

    Will my previous experience or study count?

    Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. 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.
    All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.
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    Units of Competency

    Core
    HLTHIR403B
    Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
    20 hr
    CHCOHS312A
    Follow safety procedures for direct care work
    30 hr
    CHCDIS301A
    Work effectively with people with a disability
    50 hr
    CHCICS301A
    Provide support to meet personal care needs
    50 hr
    CHCICS302A
    Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
    15 hr
    CHCICS304A
    Work effectively with carers
    35 hr
    CHCAC318A
    Work effectively with older people
    30 hr
    CHCAC319A
    Provide support to people living with dementia
    55 hr
    CHCCS411A
    Work effectively in the community sector
    40 hr
    CHCHC311A
    Work effectively in home and community care
    45 hr
    Electives
    HLTFA301B
    Apply first aid
    18 hr
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid, life support, casualty management and incident response, until more definitive assistance becomes available.
    HLTAP301A
    Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
    70 hr
    CHCICS303A
    Support individual health and emotional well being
    30 hr
    CHCAC317A
    Support older people to maintain independence
    20 hr
    CHCPA301B
    Deliver care services using a palliative approach
    55 hr
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    Course Enquiries

    Phone:
    1300 BOX HILL
    (1300 269 445)