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National code: CHC43015 | CRICOS Code: 090192G
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
OverviewAbout this course
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support will enable you to lead from the front as an aged care team leader.
Gain a deep working knowledge of aged care, uncover your personal leadership style and get on-the-job experience in this high demand area.
Learn to advocate for the interests and rights of your clients and coordinate services and interventions to support their personal needs. Empower your clients to maintain their independence and wellbeing and develop the skills to deliver care to palliative clients and clients with dementia.
This course helps you to build a rewarding career and make a difference in the community. During your study, you’ll have the opportunity to bring your passion for working with older people to life.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learn new skills
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Apple the principles of person-centered care and strengths-based practices
- Coordinate services and interventions
- Deliver care services to palliative clients and clients with dementia
- Understand the foundations of great leadership
- Honour the rights of the elderly to live dignified lives
Gain practical experience
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Coping with the physical demands of the job like manually lifting clients in and out of bed, transport transitions, bathing and more
- Performing domestic duties efficiently
- Providing leadership to your team
Develop your professional confidence
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- Strong interpersonal skills, empathy and patience
- Communicating clearly with co-workers, clients and their families
- Great organisation and time management
- Effectively manage and resolve conflict
Career pathways
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:
- Aged care worker
- Community care worker
- Direct care worker
- Home care planner
- Home care support worker
- Personal care worker
- Residential care worker
SuitabilityInternational entry requirements
At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
Academic Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you require may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
Work placement helps you to apply your learning in a real-world environment. You will gain exposure to circumstances that cannot be experienced in a learning or simulated environment.
This course includes 248 hours of mandatory work placement, including an eight-hour work placement orientation. A teacher will secure a work placement for you and assist with coordinating the workplace learning and other workplace activities you will undertake.
It's important to know that work placements generally only begin after your teacher is satisfied that you are ready to benefit from working in the industry. As this is a learning opportunity, you will not be paid for your time.
Before you start work placement
You may need to have an occupational screening and be vaccinated against infectious diseases so that you can complete your clinical placement hours in a public or private hospital, aged care facility or medical facility
You are required to complete a National Police Check before beginning your work placement
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- A basic level of fitness and flexibility to carry out tasks associated with manual handling and First Aid including performing CPR while kneeling on the floor
- Experience using technology
- A desire to work with people
- The ability to work independently
- Organisation and time management skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Fees and locationsStarting dates, course fees and locations
As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $12,810 AUD |
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $13,330 AUD |
Additional costs
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.
Structure and unitsWhat you will study
At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.
15 core units 3 elective units, consisting of: At least 2 units from the electives listed below, up to 1 unit from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Core units are the required units that you must complete.
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
Provide support to people living with dementiaCHCAGE005
Facilitate individual service planning and deliveryCHCCCS006
Meet personal support needsCHCCCS011
Support independence and wellbeingCHCCCS023
Support relationships with carers and familiesCHCCCS025
Work with diverse peopleCHCDIV001
PathwaysContinue your studies
At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:
Vocational study pathway
Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW degree pathway
From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways
TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
Other university pathways
You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.
Keep learning with TAFE NSW
Whatever your career ambitions, we will help you get there with a range of courses to develop your skills, build your knowledge and prepare you for work.
TAFE NSW is here to create exceptional learner experiences and to support you on your study journey to make sure you achieve your goals.
Explore your study options across a range of disciplines and talk to your TAFE NSW Education Agent or contact us.
ServicesCampus facilities and support services
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
Your learning journey starts in the classroom, where you will be equipped with the knowledge you need to work in the aged care sector.
You will strengthen your practical skills in the custom designed, simulated organisation, Indigo Community Services and Health Hub before attending work placement.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling, and Pathways Service
- Smarthinking – online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
We're here to help
If you have more questions about your course choice or study plans contact us today.
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