Entry Requirements
Entry requirements apply.
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Overview
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification reflects the role of workers in the aged care sector operating in residential settings, clients’ homes, and community-based environments. Workers will take responsibility to provide services to people with complex care needs, assist in program development, and deliver individualised care.
ARC Entry Requirements
ARC Training’s entry requirements differ depending on what type of student you are:
- General Public – Any member of the public that meets the General ARC Training entry requirements.
- Existing Workers – Individuals who are currently employed in the industry.
General Public
To be eligible for this course as a General Public student entrant, you must be:
- Must be old enough to acquire:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have completed Year 10 or equivalent; or
- currently working; or
- (For QLD students only) Have work experience in a care related role in the Community and Health sector and have completed a Certificate III level in any relevant CHC qualification (if you are an existing worker, your specific requirements, and what you need to provide will be discussed with you by our consultants);
- Complete a Learning, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment;
- Provide a USI;
- Be physically fit to be able to assist clients (lifting/bending may be required);
- Be able to attend work placement and provide the below:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check;
- Vaccination Card;
- COVID-19 Vaccination (including booster); and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have access to black work trousers, enclosed black leather, or rubber shoes for work placement; and
- Have basic computing skills.
Existing Workers
To be eligible for this course as a Existing Worker student entrant, you must be:
- Must be an Existing Worker;
- Must be old enough to acquire:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have completed Year 10 or equivalent; or
- currently working; or
- (For QLD students only) Have work experience in a care related role in the Community and Health sector and have completed a Certificate III level in any relevant CHC qualification (if you are an existing worker, your specific requirements, and what you need to provide will be discussed with you by our consultants);
- Complete a Learning, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment;
- Provide a USI;
- Be physically fit to be able to assist clients (lifting/bending may be required);
- Be able to attend work placement and provide the below:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check;
- Vaccination Card;
- COVID-19 Vaccination (including booster); and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have access to black work trousers, enclosed black leather, or rubber shoes for work placement; and
- Have access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone device with up to date software and a stable internet connection (existing works only), and
- Have basic computing skills.
*Queensland only; QLD prospective students enrolling in CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support must already hold CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (or superseded qualification) and be an Existing Worker in the Aged Care sector. For other states, students only need to be currently employed in a care role in the CHC sector.
Digital classroom students will be required to attend workshops for practical skills demonstration/assessments, this will be communicated to students in advance.
Possible Job Roles
At the beginning of your career? Or are you looking for a career change? The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification could lead to employment in a position such as:
- Community care worker
- In-home respite worker
- Personal care worker
ARC Training does not guarantee successful completion of this course or guarantee employment.
Duration and Mode of Delivery
This course can be delivered via a Digital Classroom or flexible program of classroom training and self-paced learning activities. Students have up to 24 months to complete the course (General Public); or approximately 55 weeks training program and self-directed learning (Existing Workers).
Please be advised that some assessments may be conducted in a simulated environment. If you are not an existing worker in the industry, the current simulation locations are Parramatta (NSW), and Wollongong (NSW).
This course also includes a work placement component (120 hours; approx 40 hours per week) at a care facility that must be completed in order to be awarded your qualification. If you are an existing worker, you may not need to complete a work placement.
Training and Assessment Activities
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification assessment methods may include but are not limited to:
- Short answers, projects, reports, demo / role-play, portfolio.
- Work placement assessment.
In addition to the assessment methods above, students are required to commit to participating in self-directed learning throughout the duration of their studies.
Students will be provided the following support services:
- LLN support
- Career counselling
- Tutorials
- Assessment support
- Referral to personal counselling.
Qualification Structure
There are eighteen (18) units of competency to complete, comprising of fifteen (15) core units and three (3) elective units of competency. Please see below for our standard CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support.
One of our ARC representatives will be happy to discuss unit selection, recognition of prior learning and credit transfer.
CORE | |
UNIT CODE | UNIT TITLE |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE003 | Coordinate services for older people |
| CHCAGE004 | Implement interventions with older people at risk |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and well being |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
Elective | |
UNIT CODE | UNIT TITLE |
| CHCAGE008 | Implement falls prevention strategies |
| CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships |
| CHCCCS033 | Identify and report abuse |
Please note: electives may change, depending on organisational and student needs.
Support Services
Students will be provided the following support services:
- LLN support
- Career counselling
- Tutorials
- Assessment support
- Referral to personal counselling.
Good News Story:
When Jean started her CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support, she found the course very overwhelming, especially the homework component. She considered withdrawing and spoke to the trainer Julie about doing so, but decided to stick with it after her daughter Donna’s and Julie’s encouragement. Donna was doing the course with Jean, her mother, and Jean wanted to complete it for and with her daughter. She is so happy she persevered and completed the course, and very proud of herself but especially thankful to Julie.
Jean already works at Carrington but since completing the course, she can now work in extended areas of the business, including delivering medications. She has signed a new contract for 2019 where she will be working in respite and personal care due to her new skills. Since beginning in 2011, Jean has been working in the same ward but thanks to ARC she has now been able to advance her career and open opportunities that were not available to her previously. Well done Jean!
Course Cost
Government funding may be available for eligible participants in ACT, NSW, and SA, please see links below. If you are not eligible for government funding the course can be delivered as a Fee for Service program. Please contact 1300 793 146 for more information. To see our Refund Policy, please click here.
Please note: ARC Training will not collect prepaid fees from students in excess of $1500.00
NSW Government Subsidy
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.
subject to availability and eligibility.
Click here for information about NSW Government Subsidy Funding.
Student Fees Payable:
Fee Exempt: $ 0 | Concession: $240.00 | First Qualification: $ 1,990.00 | Second/further Qualification: $ 2,320.00
Traineeship:
Fee Exempt: $ 0
ACT Government Subsidy
Click here for more information about ACT Government Subsidy Funding for:
Student Fees Payable:
Not funded, Fee for Service price applies
Traineeship Fees Payable:
New Worker $350.00 | Existing Worker $350.00
SA Government Subsidy
Click here for information about SA Government Subsidy Funding.
Student Fees Payable:
Qualification Price: $602.50
Traineeship Fees Payable:
Qualification Price: $602.50
Fee For Service
Student Fees Payable: $10,670.00
ARC Training can organise a payment plan with you to cover the cost of the course. Please contact 1300 793 146 for more information.
Policies, Terms & Conditions
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