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Certificate III in Individual Support

CHC33021 
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 Certificate III in Individual Support | CRICOS Course Code: 117689A
Qualification description
Course Information
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.

These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

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To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, candidates need to demonstrate the following:
English Language (International Students) IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum score of 5.0 in each band or equivalent (e.g., EAL/ESL, ISLPR, CSWE etc.) English language test scores
Academic Level Minimum Year 12 or equivalent high school certificate.
Minimum Age 18 years or over at the time of commencement.
Note: Students who do not meet the minimum English requirement for this course will need to package this course with an appropriate English Course before they can proceed into this course/qualification. An Internal English Test is available on request.
Example of possible job roles include:
  • Care worker or assistant
  • Nursing assistant
  • Community worker
  • Personal carer
  • Home carer
  • In-home respite worker
  • Residential support worker
This course is delivered over a period of 1 year. The course duration is:
  • 52 Weeks of Course duration consisting of:
  • 40 Weeks of scheduled study/tuition (4 terms of 10 weeks each)
  • 12 Weeks of scheduled breaks/holidays including pre-training and completion activities (3 breaks of 2 weeks and 1 break of 6 weeks)
Notes:
  1. A minimum of 20 contact hours per week of study/tuition have been scheduled by Contempo – to ensure students meet their student study Visa conditions
  2. The course duration may vary for students who have been granted credits or RPL towards this course (e.g., students having completed any units in a previous course/qualification).
  3. Additionally, students will be required to undertake activities such as homework, research, revision, and prepare for assessments and examinations relevant to each unit of competency in their own
  4. Where the scheduled classes have finished prior to a large holiday break (e.g., Christmas holidays), and students have completed all the course requirements (e.g., re-submissions, re-assessments, intervention etc.), Contempo College shall review and adjust (on a case-to-case basis) student CoEs end dates to ensure that the course does not exceed the time required to complete the course on the basis of full-time study. Similarly, the holiday period shall not be included in the course duration in determining the course start date prior to course commencement.

2025: Jan, April, July, Oct
2026: Jan, April, July, Oct
2027: Jan, April, July, Oct

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Fees breakdown:

Application Fee

$AU: 250.00 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee

$AU: 12,000.00

Materials Fee

$AU: 1,500.00
Note: The Materials Fee covers all equipment and learning resources required for course delivery
This course training package requires students to successfully complete the below: Total number of units = 15
  • 9 core units plus
  • 6 elective units, of which
Based on the course outcomes and training package requirements, the following elective units of competency have been selected for this qualification.
For more information refer to: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CHC33021/qualdetails

Face to Face, campus-based delivery, supported by industry work placement (120 hours).

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

This course assessments include a combination of workplace-based activities, tasks, workplace based and independent projects, self-study, work placement and scheduled classroom/workshop sessions.

For all students, strong Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills are fundamental to supporting vocational learning, employability, and effective workplace communication, regardless of their course or training level. To ensure students receive the necessary support, all students undergo LLN testing during Orientation to determine their skill levels and identify any required support. Contempo College uses these assessments to tailor assistance, ensuring learners develop the essential LLN competencies needed for their course and future employment.

Contempo College provides Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) options to all prospective students. Applications must be submitted prior to enrolment completion, with supporting evidence demonstrating existing competencies or equivalent qualifications for relevant course units. No RPL or CT applications will be accepted after enrolment is finalised.

On successful completion of CHC33021, students can progress to:

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support or other related CHC certificate IV level qualifications 

Students may also pursue other desired certificate IV or diploma level qualifications with Contempo or any other institution. Contempo shall provide students with the required information and support regarding their pathway options.

Students enrolled in packaged courses with Contempo shall progress to CHC52021, with standing credits if applicable, on successful completion of CHC33021.

At Contempo College, we are dedicated to ensuring a smooth transition for our international students as they begin their studies and adjust to life in Australia. Our comprehensive orientation program is designed to provide essential support, promote wellbeing and set students up for academic success.

  • Settlement Support: Housing guidance, local area orientation, and cultural adjustment
  • Legal & Visa Requirements: Understanding visa conditions, work rights, and compliance
  • Health & Safety: Access to medical services, emergency contacts, and personal security tips
  • Academic Success: Study skills workshops, language support, and campus resources
  • Employment Readiness: Workplace rights, resume building, and career services
  • Daily Life Essentials: Banking, transportation, and local community connections
  • StudyPerth: Introduction their support services for International Students
  • City of Perth: Your gateway to student discounts, libraries, transport networks, cultural experiences and essential city services.

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