OverviewAbout this course
Lead from the front as an aged care team leader. Gain a deep working knowledge of the aged care sector, develop your personal leadership style and get on-the-job experience in this high growth industry.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Provide person centred care and strengths based practice
Advocate for the interests and rights of your clients
Coordinate services and interventions
Deliver care services to palliative clients and clients with dementia
Lead teams of staff
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Learn on the job with 120 hours work placement
Provide personal care
Follow infection control procedures
Follow care plans
Perform domestic duties
A pathway to a rewarding career or further study
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
An Australian National Police Record Check
Vaccination and health screenings
A Working with Children Check (WWCC), depending on your work placement
Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An interest in working with people
The ability to work independently
Empathy and patience
Good organisation and time management skills
A reasonable level of fitness and flexibility to carry out first aid and manual handling
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Home care support worker, Community care worker, Aged care worker, Home care planner and Direct care worker
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 18 Units of competency, including 15 core and 3 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Facilitate the interests and rights of clientsCHCADV001
Facilitate the empowerment of older peopleCHCAGE001
Coordinate services for older peopleCHCAGE003
Implement interventions with older people at riskCHCAGE004
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TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 2 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Healthcare