Stanley College
Stanley College

CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

CRICOS Course Code 091309C

Apply now Enquire Now This course available for International & Local students

Suggested Pathway for this course

Course overview

Acquire the skills and knowledge to gain a career in community and/or residential aged care facilities (Disability Services). Learn to provide personal care to people who may require support due to disability. Be trained in safety procedures and the legal and ethical framework of this sector.

Course Summary

  • Duration: 22 weeks including 6 weeks of holidays (International Students)

  • Students: International & Local

  • (International Students)
    Tuition Fee: $4,300
    Materials Fee: $300

  • Funding: Government Funding Available (Local Students)

  • CRICOS Code: 091309C

  • Intakes:
    2023: 13 Feb, 13 March, 10 April, 08 May, 05 Jun, 03 Jul, 31 Jul, 28 Aug, 25 Sep, 23 Oct, 20 Nov

About Course

Course Duration

For International Students

Option 1: 22 Weeks (Standard Pathway)
This course includes Work-Based Training# of 4 weeks @ 38 hours per week (total=152 hours). Classes are rostered for 3 days per week. This course includes 6 weeks of holidays.

Option 2: 16 Weeks^ (Intensive Pathway)
This course includes Work-Based Training# of 4 weeks @ 38 hours per week (total=152 hours).
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week. This course does not include holidays.

For Local Students
Option 2: 16 Weeks^ (Intensive Pathway)
This course includes Work Based Training# of 4 weeks @ 38 hours per week (total=152 hours). Classes are rostered for 3 days per week. This course does not include holidays.

Full Time studies requires students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contacthours per week.

^ Note: Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.

#Work-Based Training placement must be completed full time (minimum 38 hours per week).

Study Modes

The delivery methods for this course include:

  • Face-to-Face Classroom-Based Learning.
  • Practical Simulated Activities in the Stanley College Ward
  • Work-Based Training

Course Content

Students must successfully complete the following units:

  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being
  • HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
  • CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
  • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
  • CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
  • HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
  • CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
  • CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion
  • CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

Work Based Training

During Work-Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready> at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work-Based Training agreements with a number of employers.

All Work-Based Training is organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students.

Before commencement of Work-Based Training, students are also required to provide:

  • National Police Certificate (WA)^
  • National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) screening certificate^
  • Medical Clearance may also be required^
  • Evidence of Flu Vaccination^
  • Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination^#

ˆRequired to complete the Work-Based Training component of the course.
#Fully Vaccinated = You have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 Vaccination AND a mandatory third dose when it is due (currently 3 months after 2nd dose)

>completing a course at Stanley College, does not guarantee a migration outcome. If you decide you want to undertake further study or work in Australia, on graduation, you will need to check whether your visa allows this or whether you need to apply for a new visa by referring to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.

Course Entry Requirements

Academic

  • Completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent

English Proficiency
Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Test Score of 5.0
OR
Other recognised English Language tests such as:

  • TOEFL iBT Test Score of 58
  • PTE Academic Test Score of 36
  • Cambridge English: FCE
  • OET Pass Grade
  • TOEFL PBT Test Score of 490
  • TOEIC 500

Course Pre-Requisite Requirements

Course Pre-Requisite Requirements
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.

Cost

For International Students

Option 1: 22 Weeks (Standard Pathway)
Tuition Fee: $4,300
Materials Fee: $300*
Optional Add On available: Ageing# (AGE) $840
Option 2: 16 Weeks (Intensive Pathway)
Tuition Fee: $1,950
Materials Fee: $0*
Optional Add On available: Ageing# (AGE) $420

For Local Students
Option 2: 16 Weeks (Intensive Pathway)
Tuition Fee: $1,950
Materials Fee: $0
Optional Add On’s available: Ageing# (AGE) $420

#Please note: Prerequisite entry requirement for AGE – students must be currently studying or have completed the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent.

Easy payment plans available.

Please familiarise yourself with the applicable Stanley College Refund and Cancellation Policy:

Funding is available for Local Students ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
Concession Course Fee^: $265.44
Non-Concession Course Fee^: $895.86

For more information on Funded Courses including Entry Requirements, click here

^Student Tuition Fees – The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as Student service and resource fees. Prices quoted are calculated at the concession rate unless otherwise specified. Eligibility criteria apply. Prices as per the VET Fees and Charges Policy 2022.

Government Funding

For Local Students
Local Students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner
Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.

Intake Dates

2023

  • 13 Feb
  • 13 March
  • 10 April
  • 08 May
  • 05 Jun
  • 03 Jul
  • 31 Jul
  • 28 Aug
  • 25 Sep
  • 23 Oct
  • 20 Nov

Career Opportunities

This qualification suits students seeking employment in the following job roles:

  • Disability Services Worker
  • Residential Care Officer
  • Community Worker
  • Disability Support Worker
  • Personal Care Giver
  • Residential Disability Support Worker
  • Respite Care Worker

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.

Further Studies

On completion of the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support, students may also pursue a CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support at Stanley College other CRICOS registered training organisations.

Other Expenses

For other fees and expenses including Administration Fee, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees click here

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