Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Take on specialised tasks and leadership in aged care. Coordinate services for older people, support people living with dementia, deliver palliative care and develop individualised service plans.
- Course code
- CHC43015
- CRICOS code
- 110962A
- Duration
- 26 weeks full time
- Units
- 18
- Placement
- 120 hours
- Intake
- Rolling
- Study mode
- Face to face, full time
- English
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Course code
- CHC43015
- Duration
- Up to 26 weeks incl. 120 hrs placement
- Units
- 18
- Placement
- 120 hours
- Intake
- Rolling
- Study mode
- Face to face or blended
- Ways to study
- Fee for service or Skills SA
- Entry
- LLND test (fee for service) · interview + LLN (Skills SA)
Work placement: 120 hours
This course includes supervised work placement. We help arrange placement with our industry partners for eligible students: you need to be up to date with classes and assessments, hold the required checks, and be available for the placement roster. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday. Terms and conditions apply.
Work placement: 120 hours
This course includes supervised work placement. We help arrange placement with our industry partners for eligible students: you need to be up to date with classes and assessments, hold the required checks, and be available for the placement roster. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday. Terms and conditions apply.
Apply as an international student
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Apply as an international student
26 weeks full time · CRICOS 110962A. Apply from outside Australia, or from inside Australia if you already hold a visa.
Fee for service
Duration: Up to 26 weeks incl. 120 hrs placement. Payment plans available.
Entry requirements
- Entry requirement: CHC33015 or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support. Credit transfer applies
- Aged 18 or over
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Skills SA subsidised
$675
participant fee for eligible students
This training is funded through the Government of South Australia.
Entry requirements
- Entry requirement: CHC33015 or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support. Credit transfer applies
- Aged 18 or over
- Interview with our team
- Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (Skills SA Upfront Assessment of Need)
Entry requirements
- Entry requirement: CHC33015 or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support. Credit transfer applies
- Aged 18 or over
- English: IELTS 6.0 overall or equivalent
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Fee for service
- Entry requirement: CHC33015 or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support. Credit transfer applies
- Aged 18 or over
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Skills SA subsidised
- Entry requirement: CHC33015 or CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support. Credit transfer applies
- Aged 18 or over
- Interview with our team
- Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (Skills SA Upfront Assessment of Need)
Where it can lead
- Aged care team leader
- Care supervisor
- Residential care officer
- Community program coordinator
- Senior personal care worker
Job outcomes depend on individual circumstances and are not guaranteed.
Course structure
18 units in total. Units checked against training.gov.au.
Core units (15)
| 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 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 units (3)
| CHCDIS017 | Facilitate community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS018 | Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach |
| CHCCCS033 | Identify and report abuse |
Course FAQs
How long does the course take?
26 weeks full time, including holidays, assessments and placement.
How much study is expected each week?
International students follow a full-time, face-to-face timetable of at least 20 hours a week, including class time and assessments. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday.
What English level do I need?
IELTS 6.0 overall or equivalent, no more than 2 years old, plus our in-house LLND test.
Can I get recognition for previous study or experience?
Yes. Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning (RPL) are assessed at enrolment and can shorten your course.
Where can this course lead next?
Start with CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.
How long does the course take?
Up to 26 weeks incl. 120 hrs placement.
How is the course delivered?
Face to face on campus in Adelaide, or blended: on-campus classes plus supported online study. Plan for about 20 hours of study a week. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday.
Can I get a subsidised place?
Eligible South Australians may get a Skills SA subsidised place. Use the quick eligibility check.
Can I get recognition for previous study or experience?
Yes. Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning (RPL) are assessed at enrolment and can shorten your course.
Where can this course lead next?
Start with CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.
Updated fee list coming soon
We are updating our course fee list. For current fees, please contact our team.
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