CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support 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.

What will I learn?

  • A proficient level of English is required, however your English level will be assessed on application. You will also need to have the following:
  • Should be 18 years old or above
  • The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance
  • Be physically capable to undertake manual and the physical tasks required in this role including manual handling using equipment in an aged care setting.
  • Have the ability to communicate sensitively with a wide background of people
  • have personal attributes necessary including punctuality, personal hygiene and good presentation.
  • If you are undertaking HLTAID003 - PROVIDE FIRST AID training with us, please advise staff prior if you have problems with your back and knees or general mobility. First aid will require you to participate in physical activity which may aggregate existing injuries. 
  • Accommodation Support Worker
  • Assistant Hostel Supervisor
  • Care Supervisor
  • Care Team Leader
  • Community Program Coordinator
  • Day Activity Worker
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Support Worker (Community Services)

It is required to take Flu Shot before going to Work-Placement because it is a mandatory requirement for some of the facilities.

  • Upto 12 months.
  • You can also apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and significantly reduce the length of time to receive your qualification

We have an open enrolment with students able to commence and start a program each week. This means you can enrol at any time and start as soon as possible.

 

Although we have a set tuition fee for the course, we can tailor individual payment plan options to assist you. Contact us to find out more.

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Contact Signature Training for an appointment to understand the course and the eligibility criteria for enrolement. All prospective students are required to attend a face-to-face consultation with our team for enrolement. This is to confirm the following:
  • if you are eligible for the course
  • if you are eligible for any recognition of prior learning (RPL)
  • when you can start
  • arrange a time to have your LLN assessed and to make arrangements to enrol

Existing workers are encouraged to apply for RPL.

Signature Training cannot accept enrolments from International Students on a Student Visa. Only CRICOS approved providers may accept International Students and only if your visa condition allows it. You can check your visa conditions using VEVO.

 

Core Units

Unit Code Title
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

Unit Code Title
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
CHCAGE002 Implement falls and prevention strategies

Up to 12 Months Course Duration