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RTO No 3732

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Course Information and

Application Book Semester 2 2018

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NATIONAL COURSE CODE: CHC43015

COURSE NAME: Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Course overview This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services;

either in residential, home or community based environments. Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs

within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and

review of individualised service planning and delivery.

Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organisation and the

quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must successfully complete all units of competency and at least 120 hours

of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

When is the next course? Start Date: Tuesday 3 July 2018

End Date: Monday 17 December 2018 Classes delivered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays most weeks

Class times 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Enrolments close: Monday 25 June 2018

What resources are available to me? All resources are costed and included in detail on the fee schedule on the Albury Wodonga Community College

website. You will be provided with all required resources, work booklets, a polo shirt for work placement, and welcome

pack. There are no hidden costs; fees are detailed on the Schedule of Fees which is available on the AWCC website

(www.awcc.edu.au).

How can I complete this course? At Albury Wodonga Community College we strive to deliver quality courses that are convenient to your needs. This

course is offered on campus with a component of work placement to be completed in an Aged Care service.

What assessments will I be required to complete? You will need to:

Attend and participate in all classes unless otherwise arranged with the Department Coordinator.

Competently complete all assessment activities including allocated tasks, projects, scenarios, case studies, questions and work books.

Complete 120 hours of practical Work Placement with an Aged Care Service Provider.

As an adult learner you are to raise any concerns or problems that you may have in regards to completing any aspect of the course as soon as possible with your Department Coordinator or Trainer/Assessor to ensure actions can be put in place.

http://www.awcc.edu.au/


What is required for Work Placement? As a compulsory component of this course you will be required to complete 120 hours of work placement in an Aged Care Service. The Department Coordinator will organise your placement. Placement will commence approximately eight weeks from the course commencement.

Prior to industry placement, students will be required to complete a series of practical simulated tasks that will provide students with hands-on practical implementation of skills before entering a workplace environment outside the classroom. The specific aims of placement are to:

Apply knowledge and skills learned during your studies in the workplace;

Become familiar with employers’ expectations;

Increase your employment options and employability skills; and

Broaden your understanding of the industry.

What costs are involved? Course fees are detailed in the Schedule of Fees located on our website (awcc.edu.au). Please read the information below to help determine if you might be eligible for state funding through the *Skills First incentives. Course costs include all materials and resources. A deposit of $250 is required at the time of enrolment to secure your placement in the course. Our Student Handbook contains information relating to non-refundable deposits.

Am I eligible for Government subsidised training? The Victorian 'Skills First' and New South Wales 'Smart and Skilled' programs provide respective government subsidised training in vocational training courses to eligible individuals.

You’re able to check your eligibility status by accessing the state funding eligibility estimators on our website (www.awcc.edu.au). However, it should be noted that these on-line eligibility checks provide a general outcome based on minimum information input. The full criteria provided by you at the time of your pre-training review will accurately determine if you are eligible for either Victorian or New South Wales funding.

Your eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis and confirmed on enrolment.

What support will be available? Each course has a dedicated Department Coordinator to support you through your course. In addition to this, you will

have one or more Trainer/Assessors who teach, assess and support you throughout your course.

All our staff are highly qualified Trainer/Assessors and specialists in the field they are teaching so they can offer you the most current and comprehensive knowledge to complete your course in readiness for industry.

Are there any prerequisites?

Course Application Form: Complete the application form at the rear of this booklet.

The answers you provide will be discussed with the Coordinator at your Pre-Training Review Interview.

Pre-Training Review: These are conducted with every student to determine their competency and suitability to complete the course. Should learning assistance be required individualised plans are put in place for students.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy: Under the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) Standards, our organisation is required to assess the language, literacy and numeracy skills of all prospective students in order to determine the LLN skill level each prospective student has according to the demands of the course program the student is seeking to undertake. This accredited LLN tool will be completed as part of the Pre-Training Review.

http://www.awcc.edu.au/


Unique Student Identifier: If you are a new or continuing student undertaking nationally recognised training, you need a USI in order to receive your qualification or statement of attainment. If you don't have a USI you will not receive your qualification or statement of attainment. You MUST have your USI completed before we can enrol you into your desired course, go to the web address below to create your USI before your pre-enrolment interview

https://www.usi.gov.au/students/create-your-usi

Candidates seeking to undertake this course must have: Sufficient language, literacy and numeracy skills to complete the course

Ready access to a computer and the internet

Basic computer knowledge and the skills to: o Complete assessments, posters and flyers and other documents in Office Word o Send and receive emails, including being able to attach documents to emails

Basic internet knowledge to undertake research

IMPORTANT: Prior to course commencement students are required to complete/have a current:

National Police Check

Subjects to be completed in this course In order to gain full qualification, you must successfully complete a total of 18 units and 120 hours of work placement.

CORE

CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people

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 well being

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 CHCAGE002 Implement falls and prevention strategies

CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support

HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication

https://www.usi.gov.au/students/create-your-usi


Am I able to obtain credit transfers or recognition of prior learning? Yes. If you think you are eligible to apply for credit transfers or recognition of prior learning, please contact the Department Coordinator. They will advise you of the process and what you need to provide in order to receive these.

Where can I find more information? The AWCC Student Handbook contains general student information and should answer any further questions you have. This can be found on the Albury Wodonga Community College website (www.awcc.edu.au) under VET Student Information, or is available from Reception. We encourage all students to read this handbook prior to enrolling into any course.

How do I Apply? Complete the Course Application and Pre-Interview Questionnaire then detach and forward to the college:

Option 1: Deliver to:

Albury Wodonga Community College Reception 63 High Street, Wodonga

Option 2: Scan and email to [email protected]

Option 3: Post to:

Albury Wodonga Community College PO Box 129 WODONGA VIC 3689

mailto:[email protected]


What next? Your responses will be reviewed by the Department Coordinator. After receipt of your application, you will be

contacted to arrange a Pre-Training Review with the Department Coordinator.

All students will be required to complete an accredited LLN skill level assessment as part of their

Pre-Training Review process.

Documents to bring to your Pre-Training Review All students are required to provide proof of Australian citizenship/residency and age. Please bring one of the

following original documents to your Pre-Training Review:

Australian Birth Certificate (not Birth Extract) Current Australian Passport

Current New Zealand Passport Naturalisation certificate

Current green Medicare Card Australian Citizenship by descent extract

Formal documentation issued by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship confirming permanent residence

Students under the age of 21 years: If the document you provide (from the above list) does not include your date

of birth then one of the following originals must also be provided at your interview.

Current Drivers Licence/ Learners Permit, or Proof of Age card, or ‘Keypass’ card

Also bring:

Copies of any prior qualifications to determine if RPL’s or Credit Transfers may apply.

Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check

How will I know if I’ve been accepted? Applicants will be informed in writing of the outcome of their application.

Once you have received an acceptance letter you will be asked to meet with our enrolment staff to finalise your

enrolment.

Please note A deposit of $250 to secure your place in the course is required at the time of enrolment.

Contact Information: VET Coordinator: Kylie Streltschenko Reception

Ph: (02) 6043 8226 Ph: 02 6043 8200

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]




1) Are you still enrolled at High School? Yes No

If yes, at what level? Year ________ If you are under 17 years of age, please see blue section on the previous page

2) Are you currently enrolled in any other education / training? Yes No

If yes, at what level? ____________________________________

3) Not including this course, how many other government subsidised courses have you enrolled into this

year? (circle number)

1 2 3 4+

4) What is the highest level of education / training you have obtained?

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5) Are you listed with a Job Seeking Agency? Yes No

If yes, which agency __________________________________________________________________

6) Are you currently employed? Yes No

If yes, in what industry? _______________________________________________________________

7) Are you an Australian citizen or permanent resident? Yes No

8) Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? Yes No

COURSE APPLICATION FORM Detach this section and submit to the college

COURSE: CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

FIRST NAME:

SURNAME:

D.O.B.: EMAIL

RESIDENTIAL

ADDRESS:

PHONE: H: M:


Please complete this section in your own handwriting

9) What is your preferred learning style? (E.g. Classroom based, group work, practical tasks, self-paced).

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10) What do you believe are your strengths and weakness as a learner?

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11) How do you manage your time and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines?

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12) List three (3) things you would need to consider when communicating?

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2) ____________________________________________________________________________________

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13) Read the following scenario. ‘You are providing support to a client, they become aggressive towards you and

others in the area. They are verbally abusive and raise their fists.’

List five skills that you would implement to address this situation professionally.

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2) ____________________________________________________________________________________

3) ____________________________________________________________________________________

4) ____________________________________________________________________________________

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14) Which of the following is not a breach of confidentiality in a workplace?

a. Storing private client information in a locked cabinet

b. Printing client information and forgetting to collect it

c. Discussing client information on a busy train with a friend

d. Reading a colleague’s employment contract without their authority

15) Provide an example of how you have applied problem solving skills in the workplace, or at home if you are

not currently working.

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I confirm that this is my own work and that I personally completed this application.

Print name: _______________________________________________

Signature: ________________________________________________ Date ___ / ___ / ___

All information provided is regarded as private and confidential