Certificate IV in Ageing Support Online

Course Description

The Certificate IV in Ageing Support enables you to empower and encourage seniors and older individuals in the community, to live more productive and satisfying lives associated with positive ageing. The valuable skills and knowledge you will obtain from this course, will enhance your career in caring for clients in their own homes or in aged care facilities. This qualification is ideal for existing workers in the aged care industry who are looking at upskilling.

Entry Requirements:

There are no entry requirements for this course; however, it is recommended that learners:

are at least 18 Years old
have sound language and literacy skills
must be employed in a regulated aged, disability or community centre
must be able to obtain a federal police check

Possible Career Outcomes:

Community Program Coordinator
Residential Care Worker
Support Worker (Community Services)
Care Supervisor
Personal Care Worker
Personal Care Giver
Personal Care Assistant
Residential Care Officer
Day Activity Worker

Course Delivery Structure:

Mode of Study: Classroom based – Face to face mode

This is a full-time program delivered over a maximum period of 20 weeks, comprising:

20 weeks – face to face study (2 classes per week 3 hours each)
Total of 12 months to complete the course
Vocational placement requirement (120 Hours) will depend on an individual’s current employment sector

Course Structure:

UNITS OF COMPETENCIES – 18 Units to be completed

Core Units – 15 Core Units
Electives

No	Unit Code and Name
1	CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
2	CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
3	CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people
4	CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk
5	CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
6	CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
7	CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
8	CHCCCS023* Support independence and wellbeing*
9	CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
10	CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
11	CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
12	CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
13	CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
14	HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
15	HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

No	Unit Code and Name
1	CHCAGE002 Implement falls prevention strategies
2	CHCCCS017Provide loss and grief support
3	CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

Fee Structure:

Fee Paying Applicants:

$2160 ($120 per Unit)

$160 (Admin fee – Non-refundable once course starts)

Total: $2320

Please note:

HVTC will not accept fee in excess of $1500.
No fee associated with Credit Transfers
Required Book purchase: The Experienced Carer by Helen Croft

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a government subsidy?

Yes, you can. We currently deliver this course under the Higher Level Skills Program funded by the Queensland government. However, you must be employed in the care industry to be able to use government funding for this course.

Who will organise my vocational placement?

If you’re not employed in the relevant industry, we will organise your vocational placement. However, if you’re already employed in the relevant industry then you may not need to complete the vocational placement. We will assess your circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Do you guarantee a job?

No, we do not guarantee a job. However, there is a huge demand for workers in this industry and it is likely that you will secure employment.

How long does it take to complete this course?

The total duration of this course is 20 weeks. However, the duration may change based on your employment status.

Course Description

UNITS OF COMPETENCIES – 18 Units to be completed

All Aged and Disabled Carers

Frequently Asked Questions