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Certificate III in Individual Support

Australian Sovereign College, Australia
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Course Overview

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to provide individualized support to clients in various settings, including residential aged care, home and community care, and disability services. Students will learn how to assess client needs, develop and implement individualized support plans, and provide support to clients with complex needs. The course covers topics such as dementia care, palliative care, and working with culturally diverse clients. Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to work as certified individuals in various healthcare settings.

Additional Information

This course is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in individual support work. It is suitable for those who want to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults, people with disabilities, and those in need of support. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the skills and knowledge required to work in this field, including communication and interpersonal skills, safety and hygiene practices, and understanding of client rights and responsibilities. Students will also learn how to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Unlock Your Potential with Australian Sovereign College

Australian Sovereign College is the perfect choice for individuals looking to pursue a career in individual support work. Our college is committed to providing high-quality education that prepares students for success in their chosen field. We offer small class sizes, personalized attention from instructors, and state-of-the-art facilities that create an optimal learning environment. By choosing to study at Australian Sovereign College, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to excel in this rewarding career.

Why You Should Study This Course

This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualized plan to provide person-centered support to people who may require support due to aging, disability, or some other reason.

Work involves using discretion and judgment in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical, and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centered support.

General Eligibility

  • Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.

  • ● Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs. This will also include an LLN assessment and you must achieve ACSF 4 for reading, writing, numeracy, and oral communication to enter the course.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours (per week)

What You'll Study

1 Modules

Core Module:
Provide individualized support

Support independence and well being

Communicate and work in health or community services
Work with diverse people

Work legally and ethically

Recognize healthy body systems

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective Ageing Specialisation

Facilitate the empowerment of older people

Provide support to people living with dementia

Meet personal support needs

Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

Elective Disability Specialisation

Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

Following established person-centered behavior supports

Support community participation and social inclusion

Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

Elective Home and Community Specialisation

Support relationships with carers and families

Provide home and community support services

Elective Others Specialisation

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
  • Have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:

    • • Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or

    • • Completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO; or

    • • Successful completion of an English Placement Test.

Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.

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