Certificate III in Aged Care

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This qualification addresses work primarily in residential facilities under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organisation guidelines and service plans.  These workers carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities of living for people in an aged care setting. They also carry out activities related to an individualised plan and report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers.

Vocational outcomes for graduates of this qualification may include:

Accommodation support worker Assistant in nursing Care assistant Care service employees Care worker Community care worker Community house worker Community support worker Disability service officer (in some jurisdictions)

Field officer Home care assistant In-home respite worker Nursing assistant Personal care assistant Personal care giver Personal care worker Support worker

Compulsory Units (10)

CHCAC317A	Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC318A	Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A	Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A	Work effectively in the community sector
CHCICS301A	Provide support to meet Personal care needs
CHCICS302A	Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCICS303A	Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCOHS312A	Follow safety procedures for direct care work
CHCPA301B	Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301A	Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context

Elective Units (4)
TLC has pre-selected the following electives to ensure graduates gain diverse experience relevant to aged care settings:

CHCAC316A	Provide food services
CHCCS305A	Assist clients with medication
CHCMH301A	Work effectively in mental health
HLTFA301B	Apply first aid