CHC30308 Certificate III in Home and Community Care
With the Aging population Home and Community Care is attracting increased Government funding and emphasis and is a rapid is a growth industry in Australia. It is available in all areas of the community and there is increasing demand for workers in the field to comply with minimum standards.
Potential clients for this course are both new entrants to the industry who require a broad and comprehensive grounding in the skills required to perform effectively in the industry as well as persons who are currently working in the industry who have not had the opportunity to gain the expected qualification.
This is the neccessary and approved minimum qualification for persons working in the field of Community Care, particularly in the field of Aged Care and Disability. It may be considered as an additional qualification to A certificate 3 in Aged Care or in Disability but may stand on it\'s own. Persons wishing to complete the Certificate 3 in home and community care who already have completed a Certificate 3 in Aged Care or in Disability are likely to be eligible for significant Recognition of Prior Learning and may be eligible to complete several units by E-Learning.
This may include:
- School leavers
- Unemployed workers
- Those wishing to gain entry to a different industry sector
- Persons returning to the workforce following prolonged absence
- Unqualified workers within the industry sector
14 units are selected for this qualification including:
- 10 compulsory units
- 4 elective units
Compulsory Units
CHCAC318A Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A Work effectively in the community sector
CHCDIS301A Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCHC311A Work effectively in home and community care
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCICS304A Work effectively with carers
CHCOHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work
AND one of the following units:
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
OR
HLTHIR404B Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Students must demonstrate competency in 4 of the following electives
Electives may vary in order to meet the requirements of specific industry sub groups.
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients
CHCCOM302C Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues
CHCCS311C Deliver and monitor services to clients
CHCCS400A Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCGROUP302D Support group activities
CHCICS305A Provide behaviour support in the context of individualised plans
HLTCSD307B Care for the home environment of clients
HLTFA301B Apply first aid
HLTFS207B Follow basic food safety practices
HLTFS310B Apply and monitor food safety requirements
HLTIN301A Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
HLTRAH302A Undertake home visits
CHCCS305A Assist clients with medication (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301A)
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC412A Provide services to older people with complex needs (Note pre-requisite CHCAC318A)
CHCDIS313A Support people with disabilities who are ageing
CHCDIS322A Support community participation and inclusion
CHCDIS323A Contribute to skill development and maintenance
CHCMH301A Work effectively in mental health
HLTFA301B Apply first aid
| Course Category | Community Services |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Payment Plans | Deposit plus Installments |
| RCC/RPL info | RCC/RPL Available |
Course Run as Required